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Admission from $8.
Akron Children's Museum in Akron, Ohio offers hands-on learning through a dozen exhibits where visitors explore, build, and create. Scale the Summit challenges climbers, Energy Quest engages problem-solvers, and Farm to Table teaches food connections. Sound Studio lets children make music, Light, Shadow, Play explores perception, and Curtain Call Theater invites performance. Excavation Station, Rigamajig, Discovery Ramps, and Jumbo Blocks encourage construction and physical play. The A.R.T Studio and Healthy Little Monsters round out the permanent collection. Each child and adult pays $8 admission; infants under one enter free. Veterans receive a $1 discount. Guests presenting EBT, SNAP, or WIC cards with matching ID pay $2 per person for up to four people. Members of the Association of Children's Museums' Reciprocal Network pay $4 per person for up to six visitors. All pricing and discount information appears at akronkids.org.
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Fancy going together?
5 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 8Event
Families wear pajamas and enjoy free ice cream from Mary Coyle Ice Cream, dance, and music on Thursday evening. The museum features a new exhibit, Scoop, Stack & Serve, sponsored by Mary Coyle.
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“Ice Cream Pajama Jam on October 8th”
Oct 15 – 16Event
Children explore hands-on learning activities about earning, saving, spending, and sharing money through interactive stations including a disc run, photo station, occupation station, and storytelling tree.
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“PNC Mobile Learning on October 15th & 16th”
Oct 17Event
Families explore the museum at no cost with hands-on activities including pumpkin science experiments, creative leaf art, and interactive experiences designed for children of all ages.
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“FREE Admission Day on October 17th”
Oct 24Event
Children explore autumn-themed hands-on activities and build money skills through the Grow & Go Bank, learning about saving, spending, and sharing in a playful, interactive environment.
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“Fall Fun & Financials on October 24th”
Oct 31Event
Families come in costumes for a festive celebration featuring a costume parade, hands-on activities, playful surprises, and a special performance by the Hoban High School Choir.
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“Happy Halloween Costume Party on October 31st”
“Any guest who presents their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or WIC card and a matching ID upon arrival will be given an admission price of $2.00 per person for up to 4 adults or children.”
“Veterans receive a $1 discount.”
“Members of Association of Children's Museums' Reciprocal Network receive 50% off regular admission for up to 6 people (including the cardholder, who must be present).”
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$49.99 Ultimate Fall Family Deal
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Senior Discount (Ages 60+)
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Bring A Friend 50% Off Admission
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June 1 – Labor Day Wed – Sun: 10a – 4p; September – October Sat & Sun: 10a – 4p
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Monday-Friday: 9 AM - 10 PM, Saturday: 9 AM - 8 PM, Sunday: 9 AM - 6 PM
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Monday 3 PM – 11 PM, Tuesday 3 PM – 11 PM, Wednesday 3 PM – 11 PM, Thursday 3 PM – 11 PM, Friday 9 AM – 12 AM, Saturday 12 PM – 12 AM, Sunday 12 PM – 9 PM
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