Children's Museum of Greater Fall River
Downtown Fall River, Fall River, MA
Hands-on Fall River children’s museum with a space-themed indoor play structure, Astro Tots area, exhibits, and birthday parties.

Astro-themed climbing-and-slide area inside the museum.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A great fit for families who want a museum day that still gives kids room to climb, slide, and play hard.
Good fit
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids
- Families who want exhibits plus physical play
- Repeat visits supported by membership and special events
Consider another option if
- Adults hoping to visit without children
- Families wanting a fully elevator-accessible multilevel attraction
Know Before You Go
- Details
- Open Wednesday-Friday 10 AM-5 PM, Saturday 10 AM-4 PM, and Sunday Noon-4 PM.
- Details
- Closed Monday and Tuesday.
- Details
- Advance ticket purchase is not required for regular visits.
- Details
- Families may bring lunch or snacks to the multipurpose room; the museum has a nut-free policy and also sells child-friendly snacks and beverages.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
For caregivers
- Stroller parking
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Hands on museum visit with indoor play built in.
Read more about this location
The Children’s Museum of Greater Fall River combines museum-style learning with real indoor play appeal, including an Astro Tots area, a space-themed climbing-and-slide structure, and hands-on exhibits across multiple rooms. It is a strong South Coast option for families who want imaginative play, repeat-visit value, and a nonprofit community feel rather than a purely commercial playground.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Accessibility
Details
The first floor is accessible via the main entrance ramp.
Details
There is one ADA-accessible restroom on the first floor.
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Location
441 North Main Street
Fall River, MA, 02720
Other options nearby
Source reviewedLittle Wanderers Sensory Play
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Hyper Zone
Indoor playground inside Dartmouth Mall with slides, climbers, a toddler zone, memberships, and birthday parties for younger kids.
Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 5, 2026 against 5 public sources
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 5 public sources
Public sources
- Official homepagecmgfr.org
- Official plan your visit pagecmgfr.org
- Official tickets pagecmgfr.org
- Official FAQs pagecmgfr.org
- Official parties pagecmgfr.org
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What changed
April 5, 2026
Enriched from official CMGFR pages; added address, email, admission discounts, accessibility, and party notes.
