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Southern California Children's Museum in Pasadena features hands-on exhibits where children explore through play, including Wild California Forest, Wild California Shore, and themed spaces designed for interactive discovery. The museum houses live animals and offers enrichment programs that are free with admission. A typical visit involves moving through multiple gallery spaces where visitors engage with the exhibits at their own pace. The museum operates Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and Sunday from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM, with special programming on the last Thursday of each month. General admission is $12 for children ages one and older and adults, though families with a state-issued EBT card and valid photo ID can enter for $5 through the Museums for All program, according to socalkids.org.
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Hours: Monday–Thursday 9:00AM–3:00PM, Friday–Saturday 9:00AM–4:30PM, Sunday 12:30PM–4:30PM
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3 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
TomorrowSep 24 · 12:00 pmEvent
Dedicated play hours for children and families of all abilities, with a quieter atmosphere, less crowded space, sensory backpacks, visual guides, and nonverbal communication cards available.
“September 24, 2026 at 12:00 pm”
Sep 25 · 4:30 pmEvent
An evening of inclusive play welcoming families with children of all abilities, with free museum admission, community resources, adapted environment, sensory supports, and visual guides.
“Free Inclusive Play Hours with Pasadena Public Health Dates: September 25, 2026 at 4:30 pm”
Oct 29 · 12:00 pmEvent
Dedicated play hours for children and families of all abilities, with a quieter atmosphere, less crowded space, sensory backpacks, visual guides, and nonverbal communication cards available.
“October 29, 2026 at 12:00 pm”
Discounted admission with EBT card and valid photo ID
“MUSEUMS FOR ALL ADMISSION: $5. Must present state-issued EBT card along with valid photo ID.”
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