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A Museum for All

We believe that all children deserve the opportunity to learn and play regardless of their ability to pay.
PayByPhone
PayByPhone
Starting June 1, visitors can pay for parking in the Museum parking lot using the PayByPhone app or online at paybyphone.com, pay at the HOCM meter, or pay inside at check-in. Learn more.
Trike Loop
Possible Intermittent Trike Loop Closures
We are making some awesome updates to the Chidren's Garden. With all the changes, we may need to close the Trike Loop at different times between June 5-17. We apologize for any inconvenience, but we promise it'll be worth it! Thank you for your patience.
Summer Camp Feature
Summer Camps 2023
Register today for the camps you want! Camps sell out daily. Kids ages 3-9 will enjoy exciting art, science, nature & cooking adventures.
Membership Feature Box
Membership
Experience Hands On fun and learning all year long! Get unlimited admission, member discounts, early event registration, and much more!
Kid's Birthday Party
Birthday Parties
Birthdays & special events are more fun at Hands On! Enjoy a private room and unlimited Museum play.
Winter Camps 2022 IC
Inspired Chefs Cooking School
The Celebrity Chefs series is sold out. Add your name to the waitlist in case space becomes available.
Preschool
Preschool
All 2023-2024 Preschool sessions are full! To join the waitlist call (360) 956-0818 ext. 103 or email reservations@hocm.org.

Upcoming Events

Beaver Dams
June 2 - 4
11:00am - 4:00pm

Beaver Dams

Learn about beavers and their role in our ecosystem and build a beaver dam!
Fiber Art Fun Yarn
June 2 - 4
11:00am - 4:00pm

Fiber Art Fun

Get gluey in the MakeSpace with fabric and fibers to help us fill our summer display case with a collaborative underwater scene!
Cat with fabric cape
Daily in June
9:00am - 5:00pm

Paw-esome Costumes

Craft a cute costume or accessory for your pet all month long in the art studio and get ready for the Pet Parade downtown on June 24th!
June Printed Calendar 2023
Daily in June
9:00am - 5:00pm

June Printed Calendar

Print a copy of our June calendar!
Featured Event
Jun 2
4:00pm - 8:00pm

First Friday Night

Pay just $1 to play on the first Friday night of the month. Free for members.
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Best of Western Washington 1200 x 1020

Voted Best Family-Friendly Destination

Thank you for all the 5-star reviews and award nominations. We were thrilled to win the Best of Western Washington, 2021!
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