Children exploring a hands-on exhibit area at FLIP Museum in Hillsboro.
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FLIP Museum

Downtown Hillsboro, Hillsboro, OR

Hillsboro nonprofit children’s museum with hands-on exhibits, active play zones, affordable admission, and private party rentals.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for younger kids, but with enough hands-on variety for mixed-age siblings and some older elementary visitors.

Hours

Monday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Visit style

children's museum visit

Birthday parties

Available

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

One of the better museum-style options for families who want creative play, community programming, and easier pricing than a full-scale entertainment center.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Toddlers through elementary-age kids
  • Families who like hands-on learning with play built in
  • Parents looking for strong value on admission and memberships
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting a giant all-day obstacle course or trampoline park
  • Visitors who need a perfectly fixed schedule every day

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Museum exhibitsPretend playSensory playToddler area

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesParty packages

Visit options

Drop-in visitsMembership availableClasses or events

Price range

Budget

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

Museum

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 13

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Hours vary due to private events

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Thursday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Saturday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
HoursMonday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM; Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Tuesday closed.
Notes
Hours can occasionally vary for private events or field tripsCall or text ahead if timing is critical
Parking
Shared lot in back accessed via the Advantage Dental sign on SE 4th Ave.Two-hour free street parking nearby
TransitA block from the Hillsboro Central / SE 3rd Transit Center on the MAX Blue Line.

Pricing Snapshot

Admission$10 per child or adult
Discounts50% off tickets with SNAP or WIC card
Last CheckedApril 5, 2026
Memberships

Annual

$50 per person

Six Month

$30 per person
Under 2Free

About the Venue

FLIP Museum is a nonprofit children’s museum in downtown Hillsboro built around hands-on exhibits, imaginative play, and community-focused programming. Families can visit for open museum time, memberships, camps, parties, and rotating activities, with a layout that serves younger kids especially well while still giving older siblings things to do.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for younger kids, but with enough hands-on variety for mixed-age siblings and some older elementary visitors.
Booking Frictionlow for general visits and medium for private parties
Energy Levelmoderate
Noise Levelmoderate
Parent ComfortHigh for caregivers who prefer a museum-style outing with room to participate rather than just spectate.
Visit Stylechildren's museum visit

Birthday Party Snapshot

Add Ons
Instructor-led crafts: $125Extra hour: $150Mobile museum size add-on: $300
Birthday PartiesYes
CapacityUp to 48 indoor guests
FormatPrivate full-museum rental; the museum closes to the public for your party.
Included
2 hours of private useUp to 30 minutes early setupBring your own cake, food, and non-alcoholic drinks
Pricing$325 standard package

Gallery

Children using an active play feature inside FLIP Museum in Hillsboro.
FLIP mixes museum exhibits with active indoor play elements rather than a purely gallery-style visit.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for younger kids, but with enough hands-on variety for mixed-age siblings and some older elementary visitors.

Hours

Monday 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Visit style

children's museum visit

Birthday parties

Available

Contact Information

Address

136 SE 3rd Ave. Suite 200

Hillsboro, OR, 97123

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 5, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 5, 2026

Checked against 3 public sources.

Source

Flipmuseum.Org

What Changed

Upgraded the listing with official address, direct official images, admission pricing, membership rates, party details, and parking guidance in April 2026.

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