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The New Children's Museum

Think, Play + Create at The New Children's Museum!

The New Children’s Museum is a vibrant, one-of-a-kind space that sparks creativity, imagination, and critical thinking through contemporary art. With three floors of interactive installations, families can explore, play, and discover something new every time they visit. Now open within the Museum is Artopia: NCM Creative Studios—a dynamic creative hub offering hands-on workshops in painting, drawing, sculpting, ceramics in our state-of-the-art pottery studio, and much more. Designed for toddlers, kids, teens, and all ages, these artist-led workshops invite everyone to create their own works of art! 

The Museum also doubles as a unique event venue, perfect for customizing unforgettable celebrations, corporate gatherings, and private events. Learn more at thinkplaycreate.org 

 

Neighborhood: Downtown

200 W Island Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101

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Contact Info

(619) 233-8792
[email protected]

Hours

Monday: 9am-4pm
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday-Sunday: 9am-4pm
Please visit thinkplaycreate.org for more info.

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Events to check out

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The Big Exchange

The New Children's Museum
May 1 - May 18, 2025

The Big Exchange May 1–18, 2025 The New CHildren's Museum is excited to be part of The Big Exchange this year! As a member of The New Children’s Museum, you’ll get free general...

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Sensory Friendly Morning

The New Children's Museum
May 31, 2025

Sensory Friendly Mornings offer a welcoming environment for families who benefit from a sensory-friendly experience and a quieter setting. During these special hours, the Museum opens with adjusted...

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Seeding Future Author Visit with Janae Marks

The New Children's Museum
May 31, 2025

Get creative at Museum Park- right across the street from The New Children's Museum! Join us for a fun-filled event featuring Janae Marks (she/her), author of A Split Second ! Enjoy a live reading,...

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Mass Creativity Day

The New Children's Museum
Jun 14, 2025

Celebrate the 13th annual Mass Creativity Day at The New Children’s Museum—a free, family-friendly event that brings our community together through art, culture, and creativity. Enjoy...

Explore Installations Like:

  • Whammock! | hand-braided nylon rope crocheted into a 3D climbable sculpture
  • El Más Allá | slide into an immersive, imaginary and colorful world
  • The Wonder Sound | a labyrinth of rooms, nooks, ropes + continuous exploration
  • Teatro Piñata | explore a magical backstage world of a traveling caravan theatre
  • Wobbleland | develop important skills as they interact with each food sculpture

Make Art With Us:

  • Artopia: NCM Creative Studios | art workshops for toddlers, kids, teens + all
  • Innovators LAB | new projects offered in our makers space every month for 6+
  • Clay Studio | create art with your hands on our outdoor patio
  • Paint Studio | paint our Loving Dragon sculpture on our outdoor patio
  • Birthday Parties | celebrate your big day with play

More Information

  • Destination Weddings
  • Weddings
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor
  • Kid Friendly

Explore Installations Like:

  • Whammock! | hand-braided nylon rope crocheted into a 3D climbable sculpture
  • El Más Allá | slide into an immersive, imaginary and colorful world
  • The Wonder Sound | a labyrinth of rooms, nooks, ropes + continuous exploration
  • Teatro Piñata | explore a magical backstage world of a traveling caravan theatre
  • Wobbleland | develop important skills as they interact with each food sculpture
  • Disco Rainbow Cave | sensory place designed for our toddler Museum visitors

Make Art With Us:

  • Artopia: NCM Creative Studios | art workshops for toddlers, kids, teens + all
  • Innovators LAB | new projects offered in our makers space every month for 6+
  • Clay Studio | create art with your hands on our outdoor patio
  • Paint Studio | paint our Loving Dragon sculpture on our outdoor patio
  • Birthday Parties | celebrate your big day with play
  • Toddler Time every Friday at 10am

More Information

  • Destination Weddings
  • Weddings
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor
  • Kid Friendly
  • Tours
  • General Admission - Adult
  • General Admission - Child
  • General Admission - Senior
  • Total Number of Seats: 1,000

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