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Providing Exciting Ways to Learn & Explore
Accessible and Educational Family-Friendly Experience North of Boston
NSCM welcomes all children from across the North Shore of Massachusetts and beyond, including Andover, Beverly, Boxford, Danvers, Essex, Gloucester, Hamilton, Ipswich, Lynn, Marblehead, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Nahant, Newbury, Newburyport, Peabody, Reading, Revere, Rockport, Rowley, Salem, Salisbury, Saugus, Swampscott, Topsfield, Wenham, and Winthrop.
Hands-on Exhibits for Kids
NSCM, located at 10 Main Street in Peabody, resides in a former bank building, with 15 distinct rooms, each curated with different themes for hands-on play, including a Rotating Room which changes seasonally! Exhibits are frequently updated and their smaller spaces aren’t overwhelming for younger visitors.
Local Programs for Kids
Nearly all programs at NSCM are included with admission, as part of our mission for access. Programs take place in our large, bright Party Room, and include regular offerings such as Yoga, Music and Movement, Storytelling, STEM workshops, and Sports Classes, as well as special monthly, themed events. Check out our events calendar and book your spot now!
Host Your Child's Next Birthday Party at NSCM!
Host your birthday party at NSCM! Our team will make your celebration special and stress-free. With private and semi-private options, all events include access to the museum for 40 people and exclusive access to our Party Room.
We are currently hiring for a few positions at NSCM! More information and applications can be found at https://www.peabody-ma.gov/hr.html!
Educational Museum Exhibits for Kids Ages 2-8
Rotating Room – June to August 2024 – Diner
Welcome to the NSCM Diner! An exciting exhibit that lets kiddos run their own business! Designed to encourage motor skill development and social interactions with adults and other children, this room is sure to be the hottest restaurant in town. Visit while it lasts! Our rotating room changes every three months.
Enriching and Educational Programs
Our Party Room is home to dozens of free programs each month, with recurring monthly favorites such as Yoga, Mini Movers, and Live Music. Children learn the fundamentals of sports through partnerships with InclYOUsion Sports and Danvers Indoor Sports. Twice a month, we run our Pre-K Wonder Workshop and STEAM Club, which engage our young learners in open-ended challenges through small group lessons led by former educators.
Host Your Next Event at NSCM!
Our beautifully renovated Party Room is the perfect spot for your child’s next birthday party, baby shower, corporate group, or family reunion! Parties include private access to the Party Room, which seats 40 people (24 at tables), as well as admission to the museum and assistance from a party host on staff. NSCM is here to make your special day unforgettable.
We also love to host field trips at the museum for schools or other organizations. To learn more, please visit our field trip page.
Get & Stay Connected
Jennifer Kowal Named Executive Director of North Shore Children’s Museum
Mayor Edward A. Bettencourt, Jr. is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Kowal as Executive Director of the Northshore Children’s Museum.
How to Turn Your Own Space into a Makerspace
The evidence is clear that play is good for kids’ emotional, social, and intellectual development. Here at the North Shore Children’s Museum, our Makerspace exhibit is a place where kids can build and be creative – using mostly recycled materials such as paper towel rolls, index cards, and other loose parts.
“A museum provides the perfect addition to downtown. It is the type of destination business that has the ability to provide education and entertainment to residents and visitors while generating business for existing restaurants and other complimentary businesses. While there are other children’s museums in Massachusetts, it would be a unique addition to the North Shore.”