Niantic Children's Museum

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Niantic Children's Museum

Niantic, CT

Hands-on children's museum in Niantic with interactive exhibit rooms, toddler-friendly play, memberships, family programs, and birthday parties.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Big kids, Mixed ages

Hours

Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Birthday parties

Available

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Museum exhibitsPretend playToddler area

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesParty packages

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessibleSensory-friendly

Visit options

Drop-in visitsMembership availableClasses or events

Price range

Mid-range

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Operator type

Museum

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 9

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Plan Your Visit

MondayClosed

Tuesday9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Wednesday9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Thursday9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Saturday9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

SundayClosed

About the Venue

Niantic Children's Museum is a long-running family attraction centered on hands-on indoor play and playful learning for children roughly 9 months through age 9. The museum combines imaginative exhibit rooms with opportunities for drop-in visits, memberships, classes, events, and birthday parties. It is especially appealing for families seeking a museum-style indoor play option with a strong toddler and preschool presence, while also offering sensory-friendly programming and broad accessibility.

Accessibility & Comfort

Wheelchair accessibleSensory-friendly

Gallery

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Quick Summary

Best for

Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Big kids, Mixed ages

Hours

Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Birthday parties

Available

Contact Information

Phone

Address

Niantic, CT

Location

Connecticut Lower Connecticut River Valley Niantic, CT

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 4, 2026

Source

Ai Region Research 2026 04 02

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