Great Lakes Children's Museum
13240 South West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, Michigan, United States
About the Great Lakes Children's Museum
The Great Lakes Children's Museum, located in Traverse City, Michigan, is a hands-on, interactive museum that provides educational environments for children and adults alike. With a focus on curiosity, exploration, participation, and celebrating wonder, the museum offers a variety of exhibits and programs for visitors to enjoy.
Reservations are strongly recommended for admission, with tickets priced at $9 per person age 1 and up. Members receive free admission, and there are discounts available for Active Duty Military and their guests.
The museum has received recognition for its transparency and impact, earning Gold and Platinum Seals of Transparency on GuideStar. Funding for programming and operations is supported by grants from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as other organizations.
Media partners for museum events include 104.5 Bob FM, 106 KHQ, Lite 96 FM, and 9&10 News. Visit the Great Lakes Children's Museum to experience the joy of learning and discovery with your family!
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13240 S W Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684, United States
Opening hours of Great Lakes Children's Museum
Monday:
12:00 - 16:30
Tuesday:
09:30 - 16:30
Wednesday:
09:30 - 16:30
Thursday:
09:30 - 16:30
Friday:
09:30 - 16:30
Saturday:
09:30 - 16:30
Sunday:
12:00 - 16:30
Reviews of Great Lakes Children's Museum
"Terrible experience!! Told the lady my grandson was not yet 1 and she charged us $9 anyways when I brought it to her attention her reply was “oh sorry “ None of the toys were accessible and when asking for toys the workers were short and rude . The kitchen toys consisted of 1 cup 2 plates a salt shaker and a pan … get it together people this place was a dollar store knockoff of what these museums usually are ! What a joke"
"$8 per person, regardless of age. This is a small little play place with set hours for play. They close a couple times a day to clean. We were able to walk in mid week but they suggest reservations. They still have covid rules so the toys are basically all put away and you have to ask for them at the front desk. Not very conducive to creative, child led play. Overall, it didn't feel especially welcoming for children."
"It is a very small museum compared to some similar ones, some activities for children. a water table and some toys. The water table was the main attraction. The children had fun for about an hour."
"We had a great time today at the Great Lakes Children's Museum. We easily reserved tickets online prior to our visit for the 12:00-2:00 pm time slot. Their sanitation and cleaning protocols are efficient and appreciated. Upon entry I immediately could tell how clean and organized everything is. So many activities for our 3 year old son to enjoy. We spent our 2 hours there easily and our son remained entertained and stimulated bouncing from activity to activity. Being a Coast Guard family, we thoroughly enjoyed the various Coast Guard stations and helicopter. Our son especially loved the flowing water table, wooden boat magnet wall, and vegetable garden. Visiting from the U.P., the museum was a great way for us to spend some time between appointments. Only wish we lived closer so we could come more often - especially during the long winter months."
"Absolutely amazing children's place for both kids and parents. Plenty to occupy a baby, toddler or even an almost teen. My only suggestion would be adding some sort of discount or maybe a prize pack to parents who stay off or store their phone somewhere. Was sad to see dozens of parents glued to their phone missing out on their children."
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