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Please Touch Museum
Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park, 4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA19131
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Phone: (215)581-3181
E-mail: info@pleasetouchmuseum.org
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Description: On October 18, 2008, Please Touch Museum opens its doors at its new home at Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park! Come play in six new exhibit zones, take a ride on a century-old Dentzel Carousel, catch an interactive theater show and enjoy on-site parking and a kid-friendly cafe! Please Touch Museum, the Children's Museum of Philadelphia, is designed for families with young children and since 1976, has dedicated itself to enriching the lives of children by creating learning opportunities through play.

Appropriate Ages: 0 - 7 years

Suggested Time Required: 1 day(s)
(to fully appreciate the destination)

Hours of Operation
Monday-Saturday: 9 AM - 5 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 5 PM

Seasons of Operation
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Holiday Closures
Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Days

Parking: Available
Parking Fee: $5 flat rate

Gift Shop: Available

Family Restrooms: Available

Stroller Access: Available

Guided Tours: Not Available

Group Tours: Not Available

Rainy Day Outing: Not Available

Handicap Access: Available
Please Touch Museum is fully wheelchair and stroller accessible (including cafe, restrooms and carousel).

Docent / Internships: Available
 

Admission Rates: From $0 to $15
Members: Free Children under the age of One: Free Children and Adults: $15/person

Membership Rates: From $0 to $200
***Please check our website for full membership descriptions and rates!***

Discounts
 

Additional Charges
Carousel Rides are $3. (Free limited rides for members)

Activities for Children
6 unique exhibit zones: City Capers, Flight Fantasy, Roadside Attractions, River Adventures, Wonderland, and Centennial Exploration. Plus, three toddler zones, theater shows, storytimes, gallery activities, carousel rides and more!

Activities for Adults
 

Restaurant/Food: Available
The PLEASE TASTE CAFE offers a kid-friendly healthful menu filled with nutritious choices that are nut-free.

Birthday Party Facilities: Available
The Please Touch Museum Birthday experience is one your child, family and friends will never forget! ***Please check our website for full birthday party details and rates!***

Camp Programs: Not Available

10/08/08 - Grand Opening at Memorial Hall!
11/28/08 - Enchanted Colonial Village opens
12/31/08 - Countdown to Noon
02/01/09 - 17th Annual Junior Jazz Festival
08/08/09 - 8th Annual Kindergarten Mixer