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Tickets & Admission
Children under 12 months: FREE
Adults & Children (12 months+): $12 per person
EBT/WIC Cardholders: $3 per person*
Library Pass Holders: $6 per person
*To reserve EBT/WIC admission, please call 978-538-5765.
Reserving Tickets
We strongly encourage reserving tickets online, as museum capacity is limited.
Prefer to visit without a reservation? Walk-in tickets are available every day on a first-come, first-served basis for all visitors, including members and guests using discounts. If a session is at capacity, you may need to wait while we operate on a one-in, one-out basis.
VISITING A FEW TIMES A YEAR?
Consider purchasing a membership, which gives you and your family unlimited access to the museum. Learn more about our membership options.
Library Pass Program
Did you know you can borrow a North Shore Children’s Museum pass from your local library?
Participating libraries offer 50% off general admission for groups of up to 5 visitors. Contact your local participating library to learn more about reserving a museum pass.
Participating Libraries (*as of 9.1.26): Andover-Memorial Hall; Beverly; Boxford Town Library; Burlington; Danvers; G.A.R Memorial Library; Georgetown; Gloucester; Groveland; Hamilton-Wenham; Haverhill; Ipswich; Lynn; Lynnfield; Melrose; Middleton; Nahant; Newburyport; Newbury Town; North Andover (Stevens); North Reading (Flint); Peabody; Reading; Revere; Salem; Saugus; Swampscott; Topsfield; Wakefield; Wilmington; Winchester
Access for All Income Levels
We are proud to make play more accessible through several free and reduced admission programs.
EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare Admission – $3
NSCM participates in Card to Culture and Museums for All. Visitors with a valid EBT, WIC, or ConnectorCare card may purchase admission for just $3 per person.
Simply present your card at the Ticketing Desk. If a session is sold out online, don’t worry—we reserve a limited number of tickets for eligible walk-in visitors.
Library Passes – $6
NSCM partners with more than 30 local libraries to offer 50% off admission, bringing tickets to just $6 per person.
Before your visit:
- Reserve a pass for your preferred date through a participating library.
- Pick up the pass or download it from the library’s website.
- Purchase your discounted Museum tickets online or at the Ticketing Desk.
Contact your local library for availability and reservation details.
Town Free Days
Throughout the year, NSCM offers free admission days for residents of participating communities, thanks to support from generous sponsors.
Follow @nschildrensmuseum on social media and check our website calendar for upcoming Town Free Days!
Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program is offered in partnership with the Department of Transitional Assistance, the WIC Nutrition Program, and the Massachusetts Health Connector. View the complete lists of organizations offering discounts for EBT cardholders, WIC cardholders, and ConnectorCare members.
Sensory-Friendly Play Sessions: Every Child Initiative
We want every child and family to feel comfortable and welcome at NSCM. Once a month, we offer a two-hour Sensory-Friendly Play Session for visitors with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other sensory processing needs.
During these sessions, we provide:
- Reduced visitor capacity
- Lower lighting and sound levels
- Noise-reducing headphones
- Sensory support boxes
Because space is limited, advance ticket purchase is recommended.
Everything Starts with Play!
