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Hamilton Children's Museum - Events



Location:   1072 Main St. East (map)
in Gage Park, Hamilton, Ontario
Phone: 905-546-4848
Fax: 905-546-4851
Email: childrensmuseum@hamilton.ca



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Hours of Operation

During busy times there may be a
short wait to visit this popular museum.

April 1 to September 30:
Tuesday to Saturday: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

October 1 to March 31:
Wednesday to Saturday: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm

Closed Good Friday, Canada Day (July 1),
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day

Admission Rates

Adult / Senior (18+)   $1.50
Student / Youth * (13-17)   $1.50
Child (1-13)   $3.50
Infant (under 1)   Free
Family **   $8.00

* Student = 13-17 or with valid student ID
** Family = two adults and all dependant
children under 18

Events, Workshops and Exhibitions

Admission rates and scheduled events are subject to change. Please call to confirm.


Fun Day Fridays - Up, Up and Away - Bubbles


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, June 1, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Sports


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, June 8, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Imagine In The Park


Hamilton Children's Museum

The Hamilton Children's Museum and Hamilton Academy of the Performing Arts invites you to enjoy a day full of hands on workshops for children in music, literature, drama, and visual arts. This family festival is a great way for everyone to explore and learn together by working with artists in their disciplines. Bring your lunch and stay for the whole day. In addition to the outdoor workshops the Hamilton Children's Museum will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with FREE admission. Enjoy special art themed activities in the museum for lots of family fun.
Date: Saturday, June 9, 2012 (LOCATION: Gage Park and The Hamilton Children's Museum)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free


Fun Day Fridays - Toes, Feet and Finger Painting


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, June 15, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Splish Splash


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, June 22, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Nature Music


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, June 29, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Windowsill Gardening


Hamilton Children's Museum

Every Tuesday through Thursday there is something blooming at the Hamilton Children's Museum. Plant your own seeds and take them home, create a garden decoration and investigate a variety of plants in the museum's container garden. Also enjoy a walk through the Monarch waystation to see larvae laid and the emergence of beautiful butterflies in the park and if you feel really adventurous, try a Gage Park Gallivant activity. Please note that during busy times, there may be a short, outdoor wait for admittance to this popular museum. At such times, visits may also be limited to one hour.
Date: Tuesday, July 3, 2012 to Thursday, August 30, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Clowning Around


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, July 6, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Freaky Friday


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, July 13, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Things That Make You Say Hmmm..


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, July 20, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - I Can Build It


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, July 27, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Science Fair


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, August 3, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Butterflies


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, August 10, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Big and Small


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, August 17, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - I Spy


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, August 24, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


Fun Day Fridays - Road Trip


Hamilton Children's Museum

They're here, they're here! Fun Day Fridays are back! When you visit the museum on Fridays in June, July and August expect an added surprise. Enjoy a self guided activity that you can do in addition to your visit in the museum galleries.
Date: Friday, August 31, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.


International Talk Like a Pirate Day


Hamilton Children's Museum

Arr me matey! Join us for a day of adventure and Pirate Talk, Pirate Games, and Pirate Treats. Dress up like a Pirate and join our Pirate Parade through Gage Park. Swashbuckling Parade and scavenger hunt begins at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, September 15, 2012
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Regular admission rates apply to the museum.