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“Downcity rising” ExploreNewEngland.com / Boston Globe
“Children's Museums” GeoParent.com
“Family Friendly Providence” Rhode Island Roads Magazine
“More to see in Providence than TV show” cincinnati.com / Associated Press
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 67 attractions in Providence
Traveller Description: New museum located in the Jewelry District.
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Attraction type: Children's museum
Address: 100 South Street Providence, RI 02903
Tel: 401-273-5437
Fax: 401-273-1004

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“Excellent museum for 2 year old!”
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5 of 5 stars
Lingie
Colorado
22 Apr 2008

The Children's Museum was a highlight for our trip with our 2 year old son. We visited twice because it was so much fun. The water room offers a chance to redirect water, float boats, and float balls. They have smocks so the kids don't get wet. It's really a big hit, and you might decide to do that last... more

“Great relaxed alternative to the big one in Boston”
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5 of 5 stars
BostonComputerChic
Boston, MA
10 Aug 2007

I live in MA half way between Boston and Providence. Many mornings I wake up and decide to take the kids on an adventure. This has become one of my favorite and easy spots to go. I was very suprised to read the 3 year old post about area safety. There is a big free parking lot outside and I... more

“Some exhibits great”
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3 of 5 stars
Masscouple
massachusetts
8 Aug 2007

My 14-mos-old twins loved this museum when we went at the beginning of the summer. There is a large water room that is great for many agse (I even saw parents having fun). There ar tables of flowing water full of balls, pipes, and other items that the kids can play with, move around, see cause and effect, etc. My... more

“Good play places, questionable safety”
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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Mason City, Iowa
7 Apr 2004
7/10 found this review helpful

There are lots of enjoyable small areas for kids 3-10 to play here. But be careful! The neighborhood is run-down, and I got robbed/mugged in the parking lot on the way out. more

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100 South Street, Providence, RI 02903
Tel: 401-273-5437 Fax: 401-273-1004