CMOM sparks learning through play—both in our museum and beyond, reaching families in shelters, those impacted by incarceration, and communities across New York City.
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DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, CMOM IS CLOSED TODAY.
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Welcome to the Children's Museum of Manhattan!
Welcome to CMOM, NYC’s premier destination for interactive learning and play! Located on the Upper West Side, our engaging exhibits and programs inspire children ages 0-6 to explore arts, science, and culture through hands-on experiences. For over 50 years, CMOM has nurtured curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning in a joyful, safe environment designed specifically for the development of young minds. Plan your family’s adventure today!
Unlimited Access: Become a Member
The best way to experience CMOM? Becoming a Member! With one simple purchase, enjoy unlimited visits—and special perks including early access on the first Saturday of every month.
Visit Us
Find all the details you need to know before your visit to CMOM—directions, special information, and admission rates. Get ready for a day of hands-on learning and play!
Location
The Tisch Building
212 West 83rd Street
New York, NY 10024
General Hours
10 am – 5 pm
Tuesday – Sunday
Tickets
Buy online and save! Get your tickets in advance and enjoy $1 off—anytime, anywhere. On-site tickets are also available.
Education at CMOM
Through registered classes and school group experiences, CMOM brings museum learning to life.
What's On This Week
Each week we have a different line up of hands-on programs that will excite your little ones and is geared to their level of learning from 0 – 6. Check-out this weeks line up of art, science, music, storytelling or adventure!
About CMOM
Founded in 1973, CMOM has grown over the years into a destination and resource for educators, parents, scholars, and families, from across the five boroughs and from around the world. CMOM is open to the public and welcomes in more than 225,000 visitors per year, including families, educators, and scholars each year to its Upper West Side location and engages hundreds of thousands more through its outreach programs in partnership with schools, libraries, shelters, and Head Start centers throughout New York City; its touring exhibitions; and its online resources, research, tools, and curricula.