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Kidspace Children's Museum

480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Brookside Park, Pasadena, CA 91103
626-449-9144
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Ranked #6 of 28 attractions in Pasadena
Type: Children’s Museums
Owner description: Focusing on the natural sciences, Kidspace Children's Museum offers children a place to explore, investigate, and express themselves. Climb a 40-foot... more » Owner description: Focusing on the natural sciences, Kidspace Children's Museum offers children a place to explore, investigate, and express themselves. Climb a 40-foot raindrop, uncover fossils, create an insect's dinner, wind through the grass maze, catch a butterfly, make music, meet a bearded dragon and much more at the Kidspace interactive indoor and outdoor spaces. Admission is $8 for adults and children, infants under 1 are free « less
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

We went with a toddler and there wasn't a great deal for the under 4's. For anyone older though, it's a good place to study outdoor science. A slight disadvantage is that indoor space with air-con is limited, and even the staff were feeling the heat when we went. There are (I think) unnecessary rules about small children having to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I wish I had Kidspace when I was a kid. Maybe I would have been more into science. What a fun place to learn how things work. The whole park is an interactive learning experience. Ben Franklin said, “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” Kidspace involves everyone in the learning process,... More

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Los Angeles
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Attention all you early childhood educators! This museum is an awesome field trip destination. I have been taking my little Kindergartners here for years and it is always a big hit with them. Absolutely everything here is "hands-on". They can explore the cool indoor spaces; insects, ant hill, climbing towers, live bees, etc. Outside there are gardens, arroyos, more climbing... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

A great destination for families with children under 10. Many fun activities for children in all different age groups, and many opportunities for learning and mental growth. Excellent and helpful staff. A great place for a few hours, or even a half day or more. Very good snack bar on premises. Some very good special evening programs. A great place... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

New physics forest is really engaging. Great place for kids from toddlers to about 10 or 11years old. Membership is pretty pricey however for occasional visits with grandparents it is a bargain. Lots of hands on and physical activity science based.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

There is a great park adjoining this venue, and sometimes our son just hangs out there. Also the cafe and public restrooms are accessible without admission to Kidspace Museum. Just dont go on any football or Rose Bowl fleamarket weekend! The museum itself is great and age appropriate for 2-12. Our son had his 3rd birthday party there also, recommend... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

We live about 40 minutes away and we have a membership. The place is great for kids of all ages. The woter works are the best part. My daughter loves playing in the creek!

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pasadena
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

FAcility felt small and poor kempt at the time that we visited. The floor was dirty and the number of children running "free" felt uncomfortable. Really not my cup of tea, nor was it for my daughter who wanted out in less than 1/2 hour.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

There is lots to do for the younger children here and one could easily spend 2-3 hours letting them try out lots of different activities.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2013

This is a fun place for younger children. A lot of things for the kids to see, play and do. Definitely bring a change of clothes...they will get wet. Price is not too bad, look for coupons that bring it down a few dollars (we found ours on readysetgrowla.org). Downside, when school groups attend, your little one might have to... More

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