Source-checked Apr 7, 2026Children's Museums

Discovery City Children's Museum

Downtown Port Huron, Port Huron, MI

Downtown Port Huron children's museum with hands-on exhibits, a Tot Spot, weekend reservations, and affordable admission.

Children playing inside Discovery City Children's Museum in Port Huron.

Editorial notes

What stands out

A very strong value play for younger kids, with more exhibit variety and better repeat-visit potential than a simple indoor playground.

Good fit

  • Toddlers through early elementary kids
  • Families who enjoy hands-on museum-style play
  • Affordable repeat visits
  • Weekend reservations and membership use

Consider another option if

  • Older kids who mainly want high-energy climbing or jumping
  • Families wanting fully spontaneous weekend drop-in access

Know Before You Go

Supervision model
Caregiver supervised
Hours vary due to private events
Yes

What to Expect

For kids

  • Babies
  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Toddler area

For caregivers

  • Snack bar
  • Caregiver supervised
Visit type
Hands on museum play
Read more about this location

Discovery City Children's Museum is a hands-on children's museum in downtown Port Huron with imaginative, local-feeling exhibits that invite kids to explore at their own pace. Families can move between favorites like the treehouse, pirate ship, grocery store, train table, sensory features, and Tot Spot, making this one of the strongest all-weather options in the area for younger children and early elementary kids.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (members 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM; reservations required)
Sunday1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (members 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM; reservations required)

Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
Under 1Free
General Admission$7

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Accessibility

Mobility Notes

Public listings note wheelchair-accessible parking and a hard-packed or paved approach surface.

Sensory Considerations

Public accessibility information mentions quiet-break options, tactile exhibits, and sensory-friendly supports including noise-canceling headphones.

Location

317 Grand River Ave

Port Huron, MI, 48060

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Sources & Updates

Source-checked Apr 7, 2026 against 4 public sources

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