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Measurement Rules

Measurement Rules

“Measurement Rules,” introduces the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) concept of measurement to children through interactive, hands-on experiences. Children can gauge height, distance, volume and other measurements in relation to the world around them using traditional and not-so-traditional tools. At…

Meet the Agbayani Family!

Meet the Agbayani Family!

Member Spotlight Meet the Agbayani Family! “As an educator and a parent, I am thrilled to have discovered the Sacramento Children’s Museum. Play is an essential tool for children’s learning and development, and this museum offers various activities catering to…

Meet the Martinez/Ragan Family!

Meet the Martinez/Ragan Family!

The Martinez/Ragan family became members because they wanted a place to experience free play and structured activities. “My niece adores the art room and always looks forward to Fridays when Leo’s Learning Lab is open. We are grateful for this museum…

Worldwide Day of Play: Mess Fest Press Release

Worldwide Day of Play: Mess Fest Press Release

In collaboration with ACM and Nickelodeon, we are excited to host our first Mess Fest! Join us on September 30 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Dress for the mess and get ready to be wet, sticky, gooey, and dirty! Wear…

Measurement Rules Press Release

Measurement Rules Press Release

Exciting news from the Sacramento Children’s Museum – our next traveling exhibit will open on September 23! How many chickens do you weigh? How tall are you in apples or inches or pennies?  Can you use your foot as a ruler? …

Worldwide Day of Play – Mess Fest

Worldwide Day of Play – Mess Fest

September 30th from 2:00-4:00 In collaboration with ACM and Nickelodeon, we are excited to host our first Mess Fest! Dress for the mess and get ready to be wet, sticky, gooey, and dirty! Wear a swimsuit or play clothes, rain…

Meet the Dunaway Family!

Meet the Dunaway Family!

Member Spotlight Meet the Dunaway Family! The Dunaways became members for their son to experience interacting and playing with other children before he starts Kindergarten in the fall. “We love taking our time in each area of the museum! I don’t think…

Meet the Flagg Family!

Meet the Flagg Family!

Member Spotlight Meet the Flagg Family! The Flagg family became museum members to allow their son a safe space to explore, socialize, and participate in our educational activities. Their son’s first stop when they visit is the train table and…

Meet the Herrera-Vilchez Family!

Meet the Herrera-Vilchez Family!

Member Spotlight Meet the Herrera-Vilchez Family! The Herrera-Vilchez family became members because they believe the Sacramento Children’s Museum is the perfect environment for the kids to learn through play. “We love all the exhibits and special events. Best of all,…

Meet the Reed Family!

Meet the Reed Family!

Member Spotlight Meet the Reed Family! “Although everyone loves the museum, we became members because members get an entire hour to play from 9-10 am without the public. This allows my kids to explore everything before it gets crowded. Visiting…

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Regular Operating Hours

We're currently closed. We're open again on Tuesday () from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Member – Only Hours

Tuesday – Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

General Admission

Tuesday- Friday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Measurement Rules: Friday – Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to close; open Thursdays 2 – 6 on and after October 12, 2023.