Great River Children's Museum
Downtown St. Cloud, Saint Cloud, MN
Downtown St. Cloud children's museum with hands-on exhibits, a 0-3 play area, climbing play, pretend-play spaces, and day-pass admission.
Photo 1 of 3. Children gathered around an immersive campfire-style exhibit at Great River Children's Museum in St. Cloud.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A standout pick for families who want more than simple active play and are happy trading pure physical intensity for richer exhibits and longer exploratory visits.
Good fit
- Families who like open-ended play with educational depth
- Toddlers through elementary-age kids who enjoy pretend play and sensory discovery
- Repeat visitors who can make membership or seasonal passes pay off
Consider another option if
- Kids who mainly want trampolines or nonstop gross-motor play
- Families seeking the cheapest quick-stop indoor outing
- Visitors who prefer a simple all-eyes-on-one-play-structure layout
Know Before You Go
- Socks
- Socks are required for the large climbing exhibit.
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Museum exhibits
For caregivers
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Exploratory exhibit based play
Read more about this location
Great River Children's Museum is a play-based museum rather than a traditional indoor playground, but it squarely fits families looking for weather-proof hands-on indoor play. The museum combines imaginative role play, a dedicated 0-3 area, sensory-rich exhibits, water and making experiences, and a large climbing structure with a slide. It works especially well for families who want a longer, more exploratory visit with better educational depth than a standard bounce venue.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Individual Admission | $14 |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
Museum materials reference sensory-friendly times and activities in addition to general day-pass visits.
Wheelchair Notes
The Climber to the Clouds exhibit includes an ADA-accessible enclosed balcony viewing area.
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Accessibility and comfort
Sensory-friendly
Location
110 8th Avenue South
Saint Cloud, MN, 56301
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Sources & Updates
4 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 6, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 6, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 4 public sources
Public sources
- Great River Children's Museum official home pagegreatrivercm.org
Checked: operating status, hours, ticket pricing, address, phone, email
- Great River Children's Museum exhibits pagegreatrivercm.org
Checked: 0-3 area, exhibit mix, climbing exhibit, accessibility details
- Great River Children's Museum birthday parties pagegreatrivercm.org
Checked: party pricing, guest count, room access, food policy
- Visit Greater St. Cloud attraction pagevisitstcloud.com
Used for high-quality venue photos because official page image URLs were less directly accessible.
Checked: supplemental venue imagery
What changed
April 6, 2026
Verified museum admission, hours, exhibit details, and current birthday party terms from the official website.