Bucks County Children's Museum
Union Square, New Hope, PA
New Hope children's museum with hands-on exhibits, timed-entry family visits, memberships, and after-hours private parties.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A polished rainy-day choice for younger kids who love museum-style pretend play more than rough-and-tumble equipment.
Good fit
- Kids roughly ages 1-7 who love hands-on exhibits
- Families planning an all-weather outing in New Hope
- Parents who appreciate a smaller, easy-to-manage museum
Consider another option if
- Families wanting a big physical climbing venue
- Walk-ins on busy weekends without tickets
- Older kids expecting a large science-center experience
Know Before You Go
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Timed entry museum visit.
Read more about this location
Bucks County Children's Museum is a hands-on museum in New Hope designed for younger children who enjoy pretend play, interactive exhibits, and repeat visits. It works especially well as a rainy-day family outing thanks to clear timed-entry planning, a manageable footprint, and exhibits built for walkers through roughly age 7.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Infants | Under 1 free |
| General Admission | $9 per person for adults and children ages 1+ |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Mobility
Museum setting is wheelchair accessible.
Sensory Support
Sensory guide resources and sensory backpacks are available, and quieter special-needs group visits can be discussed in advance.
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Location
500 Union Square Drive
New Hope, PA, 18938
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Sources & Updates
4 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 9, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 9, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 4 public sources
Public sources
- Official plan-your-visit pagebuckskids.org
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- Official party rentals pagebuckskids.org
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- Official educators pagebuckskids.org
Checked: sensory backpacks, special-needs visit support
- Official Instagraminstagram.com
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What changed
April 9, 2026
Added verified address, hours, admission, parking, party details, accessibility notes, and official social links.