Children's Discovery Museum of Central Maine
Waterville, ME
Hands-on children’s museum in Waterville with interactive exhibits, pretend-play spaces, and birthday party rentals.
Photo 1 of 4. City-themed exhibit area inside the Children's Discovery Museum of Central Maine.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A strong pick for curious kids and mixed-age siblings who enjoy exhibit play, pretend play, and hands-on learning more than pure climbing time.
Good fit
- Families who want interactive exhibits rather than a single soft-play structure
- Mixed-age siblings with different attention spans
- Birthday parties that need both exhibit access and a separate celebration room
Consider another option if
- Kids who mainly want trampolines or high-intensity obstacle play
- Families expecting a giant indoor playground structure
- Visitors who want all-day daily access outside the museum's set weekly schedule
Know Before You Go
- Food
- Only water in the exhibit hall; snacks and other drinks must stay in the snack room
- Supervision
- Children must be supervised by an adult caregiver age 16+ at all times
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
- Pretend play
For caregivers
- Nursing room
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Self directed exhibit play
Read more about this location
Children's Discovery Museum of Central Maine is a play-forward museum where kids can move between imaginative exhibits, hands-on building areas, and child-sized environments. It is a stronger fit for families who want exploratory play and mixed-age sibling appeal than for children looking only for climbing structures. The museum runs regular public hours, offers memberships, and has a separate gathering hall for birthday parties and special add-ons.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Non Resident Admission | $12 per person ages 1-100 |
| Maine Resident Admission | $9 per person ages 1-100 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
Most visits are hands-on and exploratory, though some programs and party add-ons can be louder
Location
7 Eustis Parkway
Waterville, ME, 04901
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Sources & Updates
4 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 5, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
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- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 4 public sources
Public sources
- Children's Discovery Museum official home pagechildrensdiscoverymuseum.org
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- Children's Discovery Museum plan your visit pagechildrensdiscoverymuseum.org
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- Children's Discovery Museum rentals pagechildrensdiscoverymuseum.org
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- Children's Discovery Museum membership pagechildrensdiscoverymuseum.org
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What changed
April 5, 2026
Verified current Waterville hours, admission, membership, guest policies, and birthday rental details.