Explore, Create, and Play Today!

Explore 150 exciting exhibits, 10 beautiful galleries, and a half-acre of outdoor play space. Online reservations required.

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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.
Mid Winter Camp 670 x 330 Cooking
Camps
Register now for Mid-Winter camps, Feb 21-22, 2022 and Spring Break camps, April 4-8. Hurry, camps sell out fast!
Family Showing Their Printmaking Art
Membership
Buy a Museum membership and experience Hands On all year long. Give the gift of play!
Preschool
Preschool 2022-2023
Registration opens for current families Jan 31 & new families Feb. 7.
Kid's Birthday Party
Birthday Parties
Birthdays & special events are more fun at Hands On! Enjoy a private room and unlimited Museum play.

Upcoming Events

Blubber & Fur
Jan. 21 - 23
11:00am - 3:00pm

Blubber & Fur

Learn how different animals keep warm during the winter season!
PlayWise
Jan 27
10:00am - 11:00am

PlayWise: The Snowy Day

Create winter watercolor paintings and watch how salt reacts with the paint for snow!
Snowflake Making
Daily in January
9:00am - 5:00pm

Snowflake Making

Fold and cut paper to make snowflake creations!
January Printed Calendar 1
Daily in January
9:00am - 5:00pm

January Printed Calendar

Print a copy of our January calendar!
Featured Event
Jan. 21 - 23
11:00am - 3:00pm

Mitten Critters

Sew an abandoned mitten or glove into a cute and cuddly buddy.
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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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