OPEN Labor Day – Monday Sept. 7th
9am-12pm & 1-4pm

Monday Morning Openings! In July and August, we will be open on Mondays from 9am-12pm

Are you ready to PLAY!?!

 

Leave the kids at home for an adults-only night at the museum!

Team up with friends or other museum guests to tackle quirky challenges throughout the exhibits. It’s part scavenger hunt, part game show, and all-out after-hours fun …with a slightly warped sense of humor.

Monday Morning Openings! In July and August, we will be open on Mondays from 9am-12pm

We're Hiring!

We’re looking for a creative and organized Part-Time Digital Content & Marketing Associate to help share our story with families across the North Shore!

This role supports social media, digital content, and marketing efforts that highlight our exhibits, programs, and play-based learning experiences, making it a great opportunity for someone who enjoys storytelling, visual content, and working in a mission-driven, family-focused environment.

To view full details and to learn how to apply, please visit the City of Peabody’s Job Openings page.

Monday Morning Openings! In July and August, we will be open on Mondays from 9am-12pm

Got a spring birthday coming up?

Our January – April 2027 birthdays will be ready to book on August 25 🎉

Our parties are the perfect combination of celebration and play! Learn more about a party at our museum at the link below!

Where Play Sparks Discovery

A hands-on children’s museum where kids can explore, create, imagine, and learn through play!

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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.

Host A Birthday Party

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Hands-on Exhibits for Kids

NSCM, located at 10 Main Street in Peabody, resides in a former bank building, with 14 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.

View Our Exhibits

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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!

View Our Programs

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More Ways to Play, Learn & Discover

There’s always something new happening at NSCM! Our programs bring even more opportunities to move, create, experiment, imagine, and learn during your visit, with favorites like Kids Yoga, Music & Movement, and inclusive sports programming.

Throughout the year, we also welcome special performers, educators, and community partners for hands-on STEAM activities, live performances, seasonal celebrations, and more. Best of all, most programs are included with Museum admission!

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.

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“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.”

Mayor Bettencourt