STEMspot
Third floor entry via Door A near Salvatore's, Lawrence, MA
Lawrence play café with hands-on STEM-style exhibits, open play sessions, coffee, and cowork-friendly seating.
Open play is paired with exhibit-style play elements and café seating nearby.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the better parent-comfort picks in the region if you want coffee, Wi-Fi, and a softer, exhibit-led play style.
Good fit
- Toddlers and younger kids who like open-ended exhibits more than giant inflatables
- Caregivers who want coffee, seating, outlets, and line-of-sight to play
- Families planning a private party with a polished café feel
Consider another option if
- Older big kids who mainly want huge climbing structures or bounce attractions
- Families hoping for fully drop-off childcare
- Visitors who do not want to manage app-based reservations or weekly hour changes
Know Before You Go
- Socks
- Socks required in play areas
- Socks
- Socks required in the play area for adults and children
- 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
- Cafe on site
- Coffee available
- Food available
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- reserved open play with café hangout
Read more about this location
STEMspot is a thoughtfully designed Lawrence play café that combines open-ended exhibits, imaginative play, and a genuinely parent-friendly café setup. It feels more like a mini hands-on museum crossed with a coffee spot than a traditional soft-play warehouse, and reservations are usually handled through its booking app. The space is especially strong for families with younger kids and for caregivers who want coffee, outlets, and comfortable seating while still staying on-site.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | Free |
| Weekday First Child | $25 |
| Weekend First Child | $28 |
| Infants Under 6 Months | Free with café purchase |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
More exhibit-led and less chaotic than many warehouse-style indoor playgrounds
Location
354 Merrimack St. Unit 341
Lawrence, MA, 01843
Other options nearby
North Shore Children's Museum
Downtown Peabody children’s museum with hands-on exhibit rooms, programs included with admission, and sensory-friendly sessions.
Cowabunga's North Reading
Large North Reading inflatable playground with open play, a toddler area, food counter, and birthday party rooms.
Sandmagination
Indoor sandbox play space at North Shore Mall with sensory-rich sand play, STEAM touches, Wi‑Fi, and private rental options.
Sources & Updates
4 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 5, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 4 public sources
Public sources
- Official homepagestem-spot.com
Checked: address, phone, hours note
- Plan Your Visitstem-spot.com
Checked: pricing, rules, booking flow
- Birthday partiesstem-spot.com
Checked: party packages, guest counts, food policy
- Café menustem-spot.com
Checked: coffee service, Wi Fi, adult amenities
What changed
April 5, 2026
Verified pricing, on-site caregiver rule, party package tiers, and access instructions from official pages.