If you’re looking for an unforgettable indoor adventure for kids, the National Children’s Museum delivers hands-on fun that blends learning and play in the best possible way. Designed especially for young learners, this vibrant destination brings science, technology, engineering, art, and math to life through interactive exhibits that spark curiosity and creativity at every turn.
Kids can enjoy a temporary exhibit – The Pigeon Comes to Washington, DC! A Mo Willems Exhibit — for a limited-time from January 17-May 10, 2026.
Step into the silly, story-filled world of Mo Willems and his beloved characters in this laugh-out-loud interactive experience. Families can talk like Piggie in a larger-than-life phone booth, launch hot dogs at The Pigeon with a playful catapult, and strut down a fashion runway made especially for the Naked Mole Rat. Every corner invites kids to move, create, imagine, and giggle.
Beyond the fun, the exhibit encourages children ages 2–10 to explore big feelings, practice friendship skills, and express themselves through art and storytelling. It’s a joyful mix of creativity and social-emotional learning — all included with regular Museum admission.
Always Something New
The Museum’s Visiting Exhibit Hall regularly features innovative traveling exhibits from around the world, so every visit feels fresh and exciting.
Don’t Miss the Permanent Favorites
In addition to special exhibits, families can explore these year-round highlights:
Art + Tech – Create with favorite characters like SpongeBob SquarePants and PAW Patrol, and experiment with virtual slime for all the fun — none of the mess.
Data Science Alley – Discover how data shapes our world through interactive games and real-life statistics.
Dream Machine – Climb, slide, and explore inside a three-story, wheelchair-accessible play structure built for big adventures.
Engineering Games & Play – Design, test, and race vehicles while learning about motion, materials, and problem-solving.
Innovation Sandbox – Spark lightning, shape clouds, and explore climate science in an immersive digital playground.
Little Dreamers – A gentle, cloud-inspired space where infants and toddlers can move and explore.
Little Movers – An inviting area focused on building motor skills through open-ended play for the Museum’s youngest guests.
📍 Address:
1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20004 USA
🌐 Website:
https://nationalchildrensmuseum.org/
📞 Phone:
(202) 844-2486
Whether it’s your family’s first visit or a return trip, the National Children’s Museum offers endless opportunities to learn, laugh, and play together — all under one roof.
