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Sunlit indoor climbing structure inside Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine.
Fixed locationChildren's Museums

Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

Thompsons Point, Portland, ME

Three-floor children’s museum in Portland with indoor climber, hands-on exhibits, theatre, and inclusive programming for a wide age range.
Plan This Visit

Best for

broadest fit in the region, from toddlers through older elementary

Hours

Monday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

museum-style indoor exploration with active play

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

The best all-around indoor family destination in the region when you want variety, strong accessibility work, and real staying power for multiple ages.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Mixed-age siblings who need more than one type of play in a visit
  • Families who like combining physical play, imaginative exhibits, and theatre
  • Caregivers looking for an indoor destination with stronger accessibility and inclusion work
Less Ideal For
  • Families seeking the cheapest quick drop-in play option
  • Visitors who only want a simple soft-play room
  • Caregivers who need Tuesday hours, since the museum is not open then under current posted schedule

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Climbing structureSlidesPretend playMuseum exhibitsSensory play

Family amenities

Snack barNursing roomFamily restroomsStroller parking

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesPrivate party roomParty packages

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessibleSensory-friendlyQuiet hoursCleanliness focus

Visit options

Open playMembership availableDrop-in visitsClasses or events

Price range

Mid-range

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Operator type

Museum

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 13

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SnacksSnack Shack offers a limited menu
CleaningMuseum notes nightly hospital-grade cleaning and daytime sanitizing
Food PolicyFood and drink stay in designated areas except water and baby bottles
Play WindowDaily ticket is valid for the full day
SupervisionChildren under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Stroller NoteLimited stroller storage
Advance TicketsBuying online can save time but is not required

Pricing Snapshot

Adults$20
Daily TicketGood for the entire day
Children 1 To 17$20
Museums For All$1 admission per person with eligible EBT, WIC, or SNAP proof at walk-in
Babies 0 To 11 MonthsFree

About the Venue

Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine is a large nonprofit museum at Thompsons Point with three floors of interactive exhibits, indoor climbing play, and an in-house children's theatre. While it is broader than a standard indoor playground, it is one of the region's strongest indoor family destinations because kids can move, build, imagine, and explore for hours under one roof. It works especially well for mixed-age families who want more variety than soft play alone, including quieter and more inclusive programming through Play Your Way.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age Fitbroadest fit in the region, from toddlers through older elementary
Noise Levelmoderate
Visit Stylemuseum-style indoor exploration with active play
Energy Levelmoderate
Parent Comforthigh
Booking Frictionlow

Birthday Party Snapshot

Member PerkMembers receive discounts on party rentals
Parties OfferedYes
Playful Parties$395 non-members or $350 members for up to 30 guests in a private room with museum admission during the party block
Larger CelebrationsFriday evening party option listed for bigger groups

Accessibility & Comfort

NursingNursing nook on the second floor
ParkingAccessible parking available
RestroomsWheelchair-accessible restrooms and a gender-neutral family restroom on the second floor
Sensory SupportsPlay Your Way offers quieter low-key sessions, and the museum notes quiet spaces and sensory-support items such as headphones
Wheelchair AccessADA-accessible building with elevator access to all three floors
Wheelchair accessibleSensory-friendlyQuiet hoursCleanliness focus

Gallery

Large translucent indoor climbing structure at CMTM.
The museum's indoor climber is one of the strongest indoor active-play features in the region.
Child beside the indoor climbing area at CMTM.
CMTM blends active indoor play with broader museum-style exploration.
Children enjoying a performance at CMTM theatre.
The in-house theatre expands the visit beyond exhibits alone.

External Links

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Quick Summary

Best for

broadest fit in the region, from toddlers through older elementary

Hours

Monday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

museum-style indoor exploration with active play

Contact Information

Address

250 Thompsons Point Road

Portland, ME, 04102

Location
MaineGreater Portland / Casco BayPortland, ME
Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 6, 2026

Checked against 4 public sources.

Reviewed as

Business website and booking-flow review

What Changed

April 6, 2026

Verified current museum hours, admissions, accessibility details, and party-rental offerings.

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