The Children's Hands-On Museum is an interactive children’s museum in Tuscaloosa that offers 25 unique exhibits aimed at reinforcing STEM, arts, and civics concepts for children ages 0 through 13. Unique exhibits include a replica traditional Japanese house, constructed in collaboration with the city’s sister city of Narashino, and a replica Choctaw indigenous village from the 18th century. Other play areas include a recreated miniature farmer’s market, a child-sized hospital, an arts studio, and a full-sized space station. A wide variety of public special events are held throughout the year, including Halloween-themed events and a celebration for Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play. The museum also frequently hosts school field trip groups and private reservations for birthday parties.

2213 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, Phone: 205-349-4235

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