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.
Cyber Sale
Cyber Sale Nov. 26-29
Get a Deluxe membership for the price of a Basic. Buy a $100 gift certificate and get $120 value. Give the gift of play!
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Gift certificates can be used towards a visit, membership, birthday party, camp, café, or store purchase. And they never expire!
Inspired Chef
Winter Camps
Winter camps (Dec. 20-30) are sold out. To join the waitlist call (360) 956-0818 ext. 0 or email reservations@hocm.org.
Kid's Birthday Party
Birthday Parties
Birthdays & special events are more fun at Hands On! Enjoy a private room and unlimited Museum play.
Preschool
Preschool 2021-2022
All preschool 2021-2022 sessions are full. Call to be added to our waitlist.

Upcoming Events

Home 2
Dec 1
9:00am - 5:00pm

WSECU Wednesday: December

WSECU members get 1/2 price admission the first Wednesday of the month.
Wreath Making
Dec. 3 - 5, 10 - 12
11:00am - 4:00pm

Wreath Making

Create your own mini wreath using evergreen boughs!
Olympia Dance Theater: Ballet Northwest
Nov. 6, 13, 20 & Dec. 4
11:00am - 1:00pm

Meet The Nutcracker Ballerinas

Meet the Nutcracker Ballerinas from Olympia Dance Theater: Ballet Northwest.
November Printed Calendar 1
Daily in November
9:00am - 5:00pm

November Printed Calendar

Print a copy of our November calendar!
Featured Event
Dec. 3 - 5
11:00am - 4:00pm

Inspired Chefs: Wax Workshop Gift Making

Explore different kinds of wax to make a reusable beeswax wrap or crayon "stained glass" for free or purchase and make a Trio of Trees candle centerpiece.
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Winter Camp CTA

Winter Camps!

Winter camps are sold out. To join the waitlist call (360) 956-0818 ext. 0 or email reservations@hocm.org.
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