I went to the La Habra Children's Museum with my two sisters and my nephew, and we had such an amazing time! I took so many pictures because there were so many cute and fun moments. The dinosaur by the entrance was one of our favorites--my nephew loved it so much and was excited the whole time. One of the best parts was the stage and dress-up theater section. It was so engaging for the kids! They got to play, pretend, and really use their imagination. It was fun watching them interact, perform, and just be themselves. I also liked how social it was for children. Kids were playing together, sharing, and exploring as a group, which made the experience even better. It's not just fun, but also a great place for kids to build confidence and connect with others. Overall, such a fun and memorable day. Definitely a great spot for families with kids! Side not get camera ready! I took so many photos I only posted what I could for privacy reasons but such memorable experience! read more

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So fun! Kids got to do a lot of different things, ride of a bus, farming, pick fruits from avocado trees, check out trains, see bears and lions. They loved the gabbys dollhouse treasure hunt too. They even had a STEAM learning area. read more

This was our first time visiting this museum, and we had a great experience. We came specifically because it participates in the Museums for All program, which made admission only $3 per person, such a great deal. They do close at 4:00 PM, which feels a little early, but the museum isn't very large, so you can comfortably experience a lot in a couple of hours, which is exactly what we did. We stopped here to wait out the rain on our way to Knott's Berry Farm, and it ended up being a perfect pit stop. There are so many hands-on activities for kids. One highlight was the theater and tech area, where kids can explore sound and camera equipment, that was especially cool. Another favorite was the live bee exhibit, where kids can put on a little bee keeper costume and go inside to learn about bees up close. Such a fun and unique experience! Overall, this was a really enjoyable visit, and we would definitely come back. It's a great stop if you're heading to Knott's, and with the Museums for All pricing, it's incredibly affordable. Highly recommend! read more

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Super amazing place to take a kinder field trip to. I like how it's not so crowded like pretend city or discovery cube. It gave me vibes of a little bit of art, science, hands-on children's play. The decor reminded me of Pea Soup Anderson's vintage old school restaurant vibes and decor. There is a tour guide teacher that took us to 4 private areas and we had lunch after under the shaded trees and played on play ground. It's about a 40 min drive from coastal area. Def recommend this place! Kids had a blast doing pretend play, learning about different artists, bees, vintage stuff, dinosaurs. The long drive was worth it! read more

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The biggest pro about this place for me was that the staff was super nice and very friendly. They were so polite when answering all of our questions and letting us know the different times that certain activities would be happening. That being said, this did not feel like a $12 a person experience to me. From what we visited, I think there were about 5 separate rooms (although I've heard there might have been one more down a narrow hallway that I thought was just for staff). The main room had how everyday items work (like toilets and showers) and a giant Lite Bright, another room had a carousel and fake bus you could sit in, another room was all dinosaurs, another had farm-like things, another was the stem lab where you could crate a track for wooden balls to fall through, there was a room with a giant stage with dimmable lights and a working microphone and then they had an arts and crafts room where the kids can paint (we painted cardboard apples). My kid enjoyed the theater room where they could dress up and put on a show with the dimmable lights, he enjoyed painting and seeing the dinosaurs .. other than that, the appeal wore off quickly. There's also a train parked next to the museum that we couldn't access. Would have been cool to be able to do that. There was definitely a lot of room for pretend play but my son isn't that into that, so it was a short visit. They do offer a lot of discounts (military, EBT, etc) that can bring the price down a bit - in which case I'd say it's a fun quick outing, but not worth the full $12 for me. read more

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We had a great time at this museum overall. It has so many engaging, hands-on exhibits, and it's a wonderful place for young children to explore, learn, and play. My only concern wasn't the museum itself--it was the behavior of some parents. During our visit, we had several encounters where parents allowed their children to take toys that my kids were actively playing with. In one instance, a parent even encouraged their child to take an item my child was using instead of redirecting them or teaching them to wait their turn. That made the experience less enjoyable. The most uncomfortable part of our visit happened in the arts and crafts area. A man who was there with his family repeatedly stared at my sister, our children, and me in a way that felt unwelcome. We also observed him taking apart other children's art projects so his own children could use the materials. While my sister and I were cleaning up our table, his behavior became increasingly unsettling. At one point, a pair of scissors landed on our table where our children were sitting after he tossed them in that direction. He also walked past us several times, continued staring, and kicked a chair as he passed. I want to be clear that none of these concerns reflect the museum itself. The staff and exhibits were great, and I would still recommend the museum to families. I just hope parents remember that shared spaces work best when everyone models kindness, respect, and consideration for others so all children can have a positive experience. read more

Decided to take my grandson here for the day. He had a great time. There was lots of activities for him to do. He really enjoyed the dinosaur area and looking at all the little animals. It was very interactive. It kept his attention, especially the room where you get to dress up It's really great for kids. My only complaint is it is very messy in some areas and unkept, but I am glad that throughout everywhere they do have stations to clean your hands It's a fun experience read more

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Great Spot for Younger Kids and Pretend Play. We recently visited this children's museum and had a fun time overall. It was very easy to find, located right across from a small community water park, which is a bonus if you're planning a full day of family activities. I really appreciated that they offered a discounted admission with my EBT/food stamps card--it made it more affordable for our family of four (me, my partner, our 1-year-old, and our 9-year-old). The staff were friendly and actively walked around cleaning during open hours, which made me feel like the place was well-sanitized and cared for. In terms of activities, this museum seems best suited for younger children--probably under 5 or 6. Our toddler loved the dress-up areas and pretend play zones, and the art station was a nice touch to let kids be creative. However, my 9-year-old got bored fairly quickly as there weren't many exhibits geared toward older kids. One thing to note: there's a train display outside which is fun to look at but not rideable, and the outside area is not enclosed. That means if you have a little one who tends to wander, you'll need to keep a close eye as the area leads directly to the street. Overall, it's a cool little place for young minds to explore, use their imagination, and burn off some energy. I'd definitely recommend it for families with toddlers or preschool-aged kids. read more

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Perfect for a quick educational experience for young kids. We went here during a weekday morning and explored some of the rooms. It was organized, clean and stroller friendly! Highly recommend for families with littles to explore. read more

Wonderful place to take your children. I bought the season pass. Worth every dollar. We love it here.

Educational place to spend a day or half day with little kids. Best for up to age 12, with educational exhibits and model trains. More reasonably priced than similar children's museums in San Diego or Pasadena. read more

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This place is absolutely fantastic for kids including toddlers. My SIL & I have came a few times to bring my precious 2 yr. old Goddaughter & we all love this place. We can spend at least 1.5-2 hours here & you can see why. There's multiple play areas where kids can enjoy play time. My niece loves going from one exhibition to the next. There's a lot of interesting things here. Though I'm not really a fan of taxidermy it gives kids the opportunity to see what animals look like up close up and the collection they have here is vast. There's also a stage area where kiddos can dress up. Since it's a place that kids frequently visit obviously don't expect this place to look spotless. There's spray & paper towels nearby in order for you to clean up. We bring our own hand wipes though & wash her hands frequently in order to avoid germs so I suggest you do the same. If you're looking for something fun to do with your little one, look no further. The Children's Museum is a gem. We'll be back again for sure. Thank you to the always friendly staff as well for being welcoming. read more

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Such a fun place! We met up with some friends here and the kids had a blast. There are lots of exhibits it's and rooms, enough for little kids to be busy for at least an hour and a half or two hours. Some of the favorite rooms were the theatre, train room, and the barn/kitchen. Also- I love that the carousel actually works! I wish we knew the art room closed earlier than the rest the museum. We will surely go there first next time. The staff is nice, there is parking and there are ample bathrooms. read more

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The Children's Museum in La Habra is a great place to take little ones. They have dress up, crafts, and lots of educational toys. My two and a half year old really liked it. They also have a carousel inside for little ones. The museum isn't that large so you can get a lot done in one to two hours. read more

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LOVED this place! During the week was perfect, easy parking right out front. We can't wait to go back. Discount with EBT available too! read more

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I took my family,daughter and grandson to visit the Children's museum in Dec.when they visited us .It was a perfect outing,as my grandson ran from exhibit to exhibit saying "that's amazing" he's 3 &1/2 and seemed to enjoy everything! read more

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Great museum! Love all the art and activities! Bring my cousins here all the time! Will be back.

This place needs serious RENOVATIONS & better SECURITY measures!!!! I didn't see not one security camera in any of the rooms & there were several back doors that should be secured/watched. Most of the employees just mingle at the front desk while one employee cleans. read more

This is a very run down tired museum that is being taken care of less and less. We had passes in a previous year and everything was very well stocked: the trains, the theater room with firefighter costumes and police costumes, The gardening section with magnetic oranges. On our last visit, the train table had no trains, The fruit was missing from the farm area, There were no costumes for police or fire for the kids to try on, nearly half the toys were missing. it made me profoundly glad we do not have passes anymore, because my kids were disappointed with how much was missing and how little was in condition to be played with but for $36 it still felt a little bit like a rip off for now poorly the museum is not kept. We will probably not be back until it's better cared for. read more

Wonderful local kids museum! It's reasonably priced, and fun for younger kids. I love that they have new exhibits.

Loved bringing my children here. This is a close favorite and doesn't cost much. Kids got to go grocery shopping, work in the market. Try different work uniforms, see wild animals up close. So many fun things read more

This place is amazing for children 0 to toddler age range. I will be repeating my visits...just perfect for learning and having fun. The atmosphere from other folks visiting is very pleasant. Most importantly, it is surrounded by Portola park which makes it convenient for lunch and parking which is free. Thanks to the city of La Habra. This place is gem. read more

The kids absolutely loved it when we first walked in. They had to pass the dinosaurs on the right side and they were really scared, but I thought it was really cool. they had so many cool activities for the kids and like a pretend gas station and car which they absolutely loved and stayed there for like 30 minutes. they also had a pretend Kitchen play and it was super cool and Educational. The girls really loved digging up dinosaur bones in one of the activities! there is even a pretend bus and our daughter really loved pretending to be the driver lol One room that I thought was super cool was the animals Safari room they get to dress up in zoo keeper clothes and it was really fun for the toddlers and probably even school aged kids as well The hours and admission was depending on the day you go was 10 AM to 4 PM or 10 AM to 5 PM and it wasn't really busy when we went because it was a weekday The admission was $12 per person over the age of two our favorite part of the museum was the carousel room. I think it's every hour they would open up the carousel and little kids would be able to write it. I would totally recommend going here if you have toddler aged kids it is so fun and educational or if you are in the area, absolutely loved it read more

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I really enjoy taking my toddler here. The annual pass is affordable and it's a great way to get his exploratory juices flowing. They have reading and craft times (some times there's an additional cost associated with the activity - $3 or below), so double check the schedule. Parking hasn't been too bad, friendly staff, clean facility! read more

This place is absolutely repulsive. FILTHY, UNMAINTAINED, and I have to know- WHAT ARE THEY DOING WITH THE $12 PER PERSON?!?! There isn't even a child's rate. It's $12 a head for a literal piece of shit. Pieces to toys were broken and dangerous, there was no more paper in coloring areas, it looked like it hadn't been touched for decades. The restroom stunk of shit and they placed a "nursing" chair right next to the toilet and sink. Disgusting and disrespectful to nursing mothers. I actually feel like I was robbed of $36 for me and my two kids to go there. The floor doesn't even look like it gets mopped. Repulsed doesn't even describe how I feel. This place should be ashamed that they are taking peoples' money only to leave the place looking like that. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OR YOUR MONEY. Go across the street and enjoy a free park with a splash pad instead and stay the fuck away from this place. read more

I finally took my 5 yr old granddaughter yesterday. She had a blast. We both made new friends & will most likely be bringing her back along with my 1 year old twin grandsons ( maybe once they are 3 yrs old or older). I was last here with my oldest grandson back in 2017 when he was 4 1/2; he's now 12 yrs old. read more

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Looking to take our toddler to an indoor play area and stumbled upon The Children's Museum La Habra. Parking located on the left side of the museum - we came a few minutes after opening so there was plenty of parking spaces available. Purchasing tickets onsite was quick and easy. You're then free to roam the different exhibits at your leisure. We spent most of our time in the Centennial Farm with the farmhouse, little chicken coop beehive, etc. Our toddler was a huge fan of this particular exhibit. She also enjoyed the Empire on the Nile (changing exhibit) and the carousel room with the OCTA bus! Unfortunately, the carousel was not in service during our visit. $12 per person for adults and kids 2 and over. There are some discounted rates for La Habra residents, military, and seniors. This particular museum is a bit more outdated than others and some of the areas, like the art room, have a classroom feel. Not a bad place to take kids to explore and roam. read more

Had my daughter's 1st birthday here and OMG! So blown away with the level of service I was provided. Hannah and her team were amazing! They were so kind and made sure to make my daughter's birthday extra special. You can't beat the pricing either! For $900 you get the whole museum for just your party for 3 hours with 50 guests during the special allowed hours. And then if you have more than 50 guests like I did you just pay regular admission per person above 50. Tables and chairs are provided and setup in the party room. We had a crepe person and they were able to setup right outside the party room. A great place for young kids to play! My guests loved the museum! I honestly can't say enough good things about this place! Definitely recommend having a party here and just for a fun little visit! read more

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It was cool and different for our little toddler, would come back again! Bring your kids! read more

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Where do I start? Awful experience. This museum is sooooo small and has not had an update since 1980. They have three tiny rooms all of which were occupied by school children classes of 30 in each room. They had a small carousel which I was told was not being operated because they were "short staffed". The rooms are tiny so there's nowhere else to go. Why wouldn't you close the museum to the public (and list it on your website) knowing that there were nine classes coming in that day? When I inquired about what we can do, they directed me into an art room and I was told there was a craft. By "craft", they mean colored construction paper cut into butterfly's and markers. They offered me passes to return (I live 40 min away) but instead I got a refund and left. YIKES! read more

Children's museum is closed until July 2nd, 2024. Do not go because it will be a disappointment and waste of your time. read more

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This was my first time here and I was surprised at how many rooms they had for the children to play and explore. All of the rooms were unique and had their own adventure. First room was the farm area, then the theater area, then you have the educational area that teaches you about colors, dinosaurs, vegetables, and how long you should use your water for your daily task. After you have the carousel/ bus station room, the Egyptian room (top 2) , the train station room (kinda small), educational room where you can build etc, and lastly, the nature walk (top 2) . They also have an art room and a place to purchases toys. Outside they have trains which was super cool. They have a lot more things that I didn't list but you get the idea. I did notice they host parties and I think it'll be worth it if you were to plan one. (Considering it for the future) All the staff were wonderful every interaction I had was a pleasant one. This place is very spacious and very clean. You can smell the disinfectants on some of the items. They also have hand sanitizer stations. An absolute great place to take your children and it was such a fun experience. read more

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Fun place Its pretty small but a great place on a rainy day fo4 kids to play and interact with one another Cool hack if you have your EBT card you get in for $3 per person My girls favorite spot was the house next to the chicken coop they had a garden and trees to pick their food A cow to milk A chicken pen to collect eggs and a whole play kitchen to cook eat play clean and even a baby in a high chair Cute place And they have a little gift shop too We spent a good hour there read more

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My 3 year old was invited to his first birthday party by one of his preschool friends. Luckily, it was at LA Habra Children's Museum. I must say, my kids are hooked to children's museums ever since we went to the Cube in Santa Ana. The whole concept of interactive play to expose children to arts and sciences is genius. My sons had a great time, but especially my little one. My 9 year old had fun, but it would have been better if he had someone closer to his age to play with... My 3 year old, on the other hand, had the most fun exploring each of the discovery rooms, from trains to African animals to cooking, to the carousel to his all time favorite, the farm. Seeing his little eyes grow wider and his smile just as much when he entered the farm exhibit was priceless. He was beside himself (he loves any kind of animal, but especially farm animals). My older son enjoyed this area as well as they "picked and planted" vegetables, loaded up an organic food cart, "fed" the animals, and cooked and cleaned. We were called to one of their two party rooms for lunch then cake, but every time we went back out to explore, we went straight to the farm. Granted, it's really like small play areas and the train area seems like an afterthought. But for the most part, it's a close-in alternative to the cube that my sons will love returning to. Only next time, we'll bring my 6 year old. I mean, everyone deserves a trip to the farm, right? read more

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This place is great! My daughter had lots of fun, I recommend taking your child here! They have pretty cool Rooms with a lot of interactive things for the kids to play on and do. It was a great trip and even better memories! They have trains, animals, a stage with change outfits, outdoor garden stuff, kitchen, and a real bus inside! ! read more

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$12 admission for anyone over 2 years old. The perfect play place for those around 2-5. There were some younger babies crawling around too, but there isn't as much to do for really young babies. Lots of educational stations and very hands on. You can touch fake animals, learn about some fruits and if they grow on trees or in the ground, based on the toys. There's fake cooking and dining areas with quality play sets. My toddler loved this jungle like area with fun things like climbing ropes, a fake tree house, and a tractor with a slide. There were a lot of kids when we went on a weekday morning, right as they opened. But it definitely helped teach my toddler to share and patience. I like how there's different stations with clothes for kids to play dress up as they're in the area too. Like the cooking areas had aprons, the farm animal station had fake cow and pig hats, and police and fire stations had hats, boots, and clothes too! We saw they had a carousel, but we didn't get to let her ride it before we left. The one other thing we skipped was the arts and crafts. We were told that it changes everyday. There were lots of seats and benches to sit throughout the museum. They also had separate family restroom for nursing (not sure how many- I only saw one, but wasn't really looking), aside from their regular restrooms. The family restroom I went into was old, but clean. Overall, my toddler had so much fun here. We were here for about 3 hours, but she definitely wanted to stay longer! read more

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This is one of the facilities within Portola Park, and sits on a historic 1923 Train Depot. It's probably a great museum for kids five and under. My four year-old son loved it but my nine year-old daughter seemed kind of bored. It's a small museum, which you can probably go through in about half an hour, but there are still plenty of things to see. There are approximately seven galleries, including Nature Walk, STEAM Lab, Carousel area, Train Station, Science Station, Centennial Farm, and Family Art Center. Admission is $12 for two years of age and older, and $11 for residents of La Habra. There aren't any COVID restrictions at this time, but had hand sanitizers throughout the museum. read more

This cozy, converted train depot houses various interactive exhibits for kids primarily in my opinion 2-5 years old. There is a pretend dress up costume area with a working stage and microphone, a motorcycle and bus tomsit on , mini carousel that runs periodically throughout the day, Steam Lab toys, gardening area, rainforest, etc. What sets this place apart from some other children's museums in Southern California is that each area is in one of 7 rooms which may be good for kids who get overly stimulated with larger spaces. This place can get crowded with field trips. Check online for storytimes and other events. There is a sizable playground in the back. Parking is shared with the park next door to it. $12pp, free under 2. $1 discount for residents, teachers and military(?). Note: Annual membership here does allow you free access to various other ASTC children museums across the nation which makes membership worthwhile even if you only plan to go to a few other museums. read more

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Pretty nice small museum for kids. They have a theatre next door as well as a park onsite and a nice shaded one across the street with a nice looking splash pad. Admission was 12 each. A lot of rooms with different things to see and do. I would say good for kids between 2-9 maybe. Like a very smaller version of the discovery cube. read more

My little one is a little under two and she really loved this place. I just wish the staff did more walks through the museum because I saw a child unattended twice. The boy was definitely less than 2 years and he was wondering around without his parent and climbing on the slide by himself. read more