Children's Museum of the Lowcountry
Downtown Charleston, Charleston, SC
Downtown Charleston children's museum with hands-on exhibits, pretend play, snacks, and concrete accessibility supports including kits and lower-stimulation programs.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A strong family museum for Charleston trips, especially when you want real planning info, accessibility support, and more depth than a standard indoor playground.
Good fit
- Families wanting a museum-style indoor outing in downtown Charleston
- Toddlers through early elementary kids who like imaginative exhibits
- Families who value accessibility kits and quieter special-needs programming
Consider another option if
- Parents looking for a pure soft-play or climbing-gym visit
- Families who want free parking right outside the door
- Anyone expecting a private party venue more than a public museum
Know Before You Go
- Food
- Snacks and drinks are sold on site, and packed lunches can be eaten outside.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Toddler area
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Destination museum visit
Read more about this location
Children's Museum of the Lowcountry is a downtown Charleston children's museum built around hands-on exhibits, imaginative play, and early-childhood learning. Families will find mixed-age museum rooms, an infant-and-toddler-friendly zone, snacks on site, and enough structure to make this feel more like a destination museum outing than a drop-in playroom. What really strengthens the listing is the museum's practical planning support: advance admission pricing, clear parking guidance, accessibility kits at the front desk, and recurring lower-stimulation SuperStars sessions for families with children who have special needs.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| 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 – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Under 1 | Free |
| Museum Admission | $15 |
| Advance Admission | $13 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Features
Wheelchair-accessible restrooms
Location
25 Ann St
Charleston, SC, 29403
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 7, 2026 against 3 public sources
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 7, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- Official websiteexplorecml.org
- Official visit pageexplorecml.org
- Official SuperStars program pageexplorecml.org