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Children's Museums

Fairbanks Children's Museum

Downtown Fairbanks, Fairbanks, AK

Play-based children's museum in downtown Fairbanks with hands-on exhibits, sensory-friendly programming, and flexible drop-in visits.

Families playing inside the Fairbanks Children's Museum in downtown Fairbanks.

Photo 1 of 4. Families playing inside the Fairbanks Children's Museum in downtown Fairbanks.

Editorial notes

What stands out

One of the region's best all-weather family picks if you want open-ended indoor play with a little more creativity and calm than a pure action venue.

Good fit

  • Families with babies through early elementary kids who like hands-on discovery
  • Parents looking for sensory-friendly options and a calmer pace than trampoline play
  • Birthday parties that need private-use options and downtown access

Consider another option if

  • Older kids who mainly want high-intensity physical play
  • Families expecting a large commercial climbing structure
  • Visitors who need standard public open-play hours on Sundays

Know Before You Go

Re-entry
Same-day re-entry is allowed
Supervision
All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult age 16 or older
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
Hands on exploratory play
Read more about this location

Fairbanks Children's Museum is a nonprofit play-and-learning museum centered on hands-on exploration rather than passive exhibits. Families will find gross-motor and pretend-play options like the Tree Canopy Climber and vet clinic, plus sensory-rich spaces such as the water table, Imagineering Lab, and a calming room. Standard admission works well for babies through early elementary ages, and the museum also runs sensory-friendly hours and party rentals.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

Check posted weekly hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Mondayclosed
Tuesday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sundayclosed

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

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
Grandparents$5
General Admission$10 for ages 1-99

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Birthday Parties

Party or event options reported

Accessibility

Supports

designated quiet rooms

Sensory Program

Sensory Friendly Mondays run on the first and third Monday each month from 14:00-17:00

Sensory Admission

$4, free for members

Accessibility and comfort

Sensory-friendly

Location

302 Cushman Street, Suite 101

Fairbanks, AK, 99701

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Sources & Updates

5 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 7, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.

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Last check on record
Apr 7, 2026
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What changed

  • April 7, 2026

    Verified official visit, exhibits, sensory, and party pages plus current Doubleknot booking details.