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Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Mathews Park, 303 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06850
203 899 0606
Ranked #2 of 10 attractions in Norwalk
4.0 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Type: Children’s Museums
Owner description: Stepping Stones Museum for Children ignites a child's love of learning through play. Open your world to our hands-on exhibits and exciting programs.... more » Owner description: Stepping Stones Museum for Children ignites a child's love of learning through play. Open your world to our hands-on exhibits and exciting programs. With our five main galleries and over 100 hands-on activities, children become wide-eyed with wonder. As they see, hear, touch, feel and do, their ever-growing minds venture to amazing new places. Our Traveling Exhibit Gallery changes every few months so you can always expect new and fascinating adventures. Stepping Stones mission is to broaden and enrich the educational opportunities for children ages ten and under and to enhance their understanding of the world. The museum seeks to create an environment that inspires lifelong learning and supports parents, caregivers and educators as facilitators of children's explorations. Stepping Stones is open Monday through Sunday from 10 am - 5 pm. « less
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Doylestown, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

Our kids loved the different exhibits here. They especially loved the energy exhibit with the balls and water. It was very dynamic with lots to see. They also liked playing outside with the free play toys. The only complaint i have was that the staff started putting things away at 4:30 when the close at 5pm. I can understand wanting... More

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Wilton, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Stepping Stones has lots of fun exhibits that younger children will always enjoy. I actually volunteer there, so I spend quite a lot of time with the kids, and they always seem to be pretty happy. If you go, be sure to check out the Energy Lab!

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Stratford, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

I brought my niece and nephew here. They absolutely love it. We spent the entire day at the museum. I had to drag them out.

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Alesia Perry, Public Relations Manager at Stepping Stones Museum for Children, responded to this review
9 May 2012

Dear Janice, Thanks for your wonderful review. We appreciate your feedback and are delighted that you had an enjoyable visit! Best, Alesia More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Our daughter is now 18 months, and she first went at 15 months. First we were in a < 3 years part with balls / slide / lots of room to roam around area. Our daughter really loved it...until...she discovered the water area! There is a totally amazing section with flowing water & fountains with loads of brightly coloured plastic... More

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Milford, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Took my preschool and toddler daughters here. Outside of it being packed it was awesome. My preschool daughter especially loved the water room.

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Norwalk, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

We are members of this museum and visit probably 2 times a month with our 4 year old. Its a great museum and it keeps him entertained every time we come!

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Norwalk, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

I feel lucky to have this place so close to home. We have had memberships. I'm bummed that my family has out grown this place for the most part. An absolute must see if you are passing through Norwalk with small children. It's always a good day when you tell you child to "go ahead and touch!". You need to... More

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Danbury
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

an absolute must for the little ones, quite the experience for adults as well

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New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
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Consider a children's museum membership with reciprocal membership to other children's museums. However, do not purchase it here. It is less expensive at other museums such as Kid City in Middletown or The Children's Museum in West Hartford. You can then use it at Stepping Stones, along with many other museums all over the country.

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Norwalk, Connecticut, USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

They have great interactive exhibits for kids-very fun and educational at the same time.

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Alesia Perry, Public Relations Manager at Stepping Stones Museum for Children, responded to this review
29 March 2012

Thanks so much for your review. I'm glad to hear you had a good visit and I appreciate the feedback! Best, Alesia More

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