Children's Museum of Richmond - Downtown
Richmond, VA
Richmond’s flagship children’s museum with hands-on exhibits, pretend play, toddler-friendly exploration, and family memberships.
Editorial notes
What stands out
More museum than play gym, but it fills the same rainy-day family need exceptionally well and often wins on variety for sibling groups.
Good fit
- Families who want a longer exploratory visit instead of a single-attraction play stop.
- Toddlers through early elementary kids who enjoy pretend play and hands-on exhibits.
- Caregivers looking for memberships, programs, and a repeat-visit indoor destination.
Consider another option if
- Kids looking mainly for climbing, trampolines, or giant gross-motor play equipment.
- Parents who want a fast one-hour energy burn.
- Families expecting a conventional indoor playground layout.
Know Before You Go
- Food
- Food details were not prominently listed on the Downtown location page at review time.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
For caregivers
- Free parking
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Half day museum outing, membership destination, or rainy day plan.
Read more about this location
Children's Museum of Richmond - Downtown is the flagship CMoR location and one of the city's strongest indoor family destinations for open-ended, learn-through-play time. Families can move between imaginative exhibits, toddler-friendly areas, sensory-rich hands-on activities, and rotating museum experiences, making it a flexible pick for siblings who want more variety than a traditional indoor playground.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult admission | $9 |
| Child admission | $9 |
| Under 12 months | Free |
| Museums for All | $2 per guest for up to 6 guests |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Starting at $300
Weekend birthday parties are available at the Downtown museum with set time slots and member discounts.
Location
2626 West Broad St
Richmond, VA, 23220
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 7, 2026 against 4 public sources
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 7, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 4 public sources
Public sources
- Official Location Pagechildrensmuseumofrichmond.org
Checked: address, hours, parking, general visit
- Official Admissionschildrensmuseumofrichmond.org
Checked: admission pricing, Museums for All
- Official Partieschildrensmuseumofrichmond.org
Checked: party pricing, party schedule
- Official Accessibilitychildrensmuseumofrichmond.org
Checked: mobility access, restrooms, parking
What changed
April 7, 2026
Refined museum-focused editorial copy, added verified address, admission, party, parking, and accessibility details from official CMoR pages.