Children's Museums

Bronx Children's Museum

South Bronx / Mill Pond, Bronx, NY

South Bronx children’s museum with hands-on exhibits, cultural programming, and indoor discovery play for younger and elementary-age kids.

Families participating in a hands-on activity inside Bronx Children's Museum.

Photo 1 of 2. Families participating in a hands-on activity inside Bronx Children's Museum.

Editorial notes

What stands out

Good fit

  • Toddlers through early elementary kids who enjoy hands-on exhibits
  • Families looking for a culture-rich rainy-day outing
  • Visitors interested in sensory-friendly programming such as Sensory Saturdays

Consider another option if

  • Parents expecting a large padded playground or trampoline venue
  • Kids who mainly want nonstop gross-motor climbing play
  • Families who need broad evening or Sunday availability

Know Before You Go

Supervision model
Caregiver supervised

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Museum exhibits
  • Pretend play

For caregivers

  • Caregiver supervised
Visit type
Museum style indoor outing
Read more about this location

Bronx Children's Museum is an interactive children's museum on the Harlem River waterfront that combines hands-on exhibits, creative play, Bronx-centered culture, and early-learning programming in a compact indoor setting. It is not a traditional soft-play venue, but it is a strong indoor option for families who want imaginative play, making, sensory-friendly events, and school-age-ready discovery alongside toddler-friendly exploration.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 1:00 PM; 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed

Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
Adults$14
Seniors$10
Children$8

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Accessibility

Sensory Programming

Sensory Saturdays are promoted with dimmed lights, lower sound, and reduced attendance.

Location

725 Exterior St, 2nd Floor

Bronx, NY, 10451

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Sources & Updates

2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 9, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.

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Last check on record
Apr 9, 2026
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What changed

  • April 9, 2026

    Filled the museum address, verified current admission and hours, and added planning notes that better explain how this indoor museum visit differs from a traditional playground.