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Children's Museums

Staten Island Children's Museum

Snug Harbor, Staten Island, NY

Hands-on Staten Island museum with interactive exhibits, art, performance, and family-friendly planning tools inside Snug Harbor.

Children playing in the firefighter exhibit at Staten Island Children's Museum

Photo 1 of 2. Children playing in the firefighter exhibit at Staten Island Children's Museum

Editorial notes

What stands out

One of the stronger rainy-day museum outings in NYC for preschool and elementary-age kids who like hands-on exhibits more than giant play structures.

Good fit

  • Hands-on exhibit families
  • Mixed-age siblings
  • Parents pairing a museum visit with the broader Snug Harbor campus

Consider another option if

  • Families wanting a giant soft-play structure or trampoline setup
  • Visitors who prefer fully spontaneous visits during busy periods without prebooking

Know Before You Go

Supervision model
Caregiver supervised

What to Expect

For kids

  • Babies
  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Museum exhibits

For caregivers

  • Snack bar
  • Caregiver supervised
Visit type
Museum style exploration with programs, exhibits, and performances
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Staten Island Children's Museum is a strong museum-style indoor option for families who want hands-on exhibits, art, and learning-based play in one destination. The experience leans more toward exploration than soft-play chaos, making it especially appealing for preschool and elementary-age kids who like to build, pretend, experiment, and move between different exhibit zones. Its Snug Harbor setting also makes it feel more like a full outing than a quick stop.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
Adults$10
Under 1Free
Children$10

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Birthday Parties

Party or event options reported

Location

1000 Richmond Terrace

Building M

Staten Island, NY, 10301

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Sources & Updates

4 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

    Added official address, admission, dining, and accessibility details from museum website.