Member Corner
Your membership opens up a world of unlimited fun! You receive access to special events, a bunch of discounts and a year of free admission to exhibits where kids drive the fun and build their brains and bodies through play. Plus, your membership helps make a difference – it supports the museum’s nonprofit mission to spark all children’s learning through play.
Not a member yet? Join today!
Visit Information
- All exhibits open for play
- No reservations required for members
- Masks are required for all visitors age 5 and older, whether they are vaccinated or unvaccinated
- Masks are strongly encouraged for kids ages 2 to 4
- Anyone who is sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 should not come to the museum
Regular Hours
| Sunday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Location
10 West Seventh Street
St. Paul, MN 55102
651-225-6000
Parking
We recommend the World Trade Center Ramp. Bring your ticket to box office for validation at our discounted rate ($7.50 for 3 hours and $1 for each additional 30 minutes.)
The City of Saint Paul also has a parking finder web app.
Public Transit
10th Street Station on the Green Line and numerous bus lines.
Use the Metro Trip Planner from Metro Transit to find the most convenient route.
Lost Cards & Lost Personal Items
- Replacing lost or stolen membership cards – Call 651-225-6000 or visit the box office
- Lost and found – 651-225-6000
Follow Us
- Be in the know! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
- Sign up for Play News email
Contact Us
- Phone: 651-225-6000
- Email: membership@mcm.org
Play Tips for Parents
Kid-Powered Play
- Every exhibit is designed to empower kids to take the lead while growing important skills like critical thinking, creativity, confidence and more.
- Kids pick their path, create their own stories and drive their own fun.
- The museum was created to provide dynamic experiences. Gallery components change, teaching artists and other activities are brought in so members and visitors can experience and try something new. Check our emails and Facebook page for information.
Be a Great Play Partner Enhance your child’s play and watch them grow before your eyes. It’s easy:
- Join your child’s story and add challenges or plot twists.
- Be ok with repetition. It’s how they master their world.
- Let your child explore freely.
For more tips and resources on play, visit our parent resource center.
Buy, Renew, Give
Buy, Renew or Give a Membership
Upgrade a Membership
- Add one or two flex members to your membership at the box office during your next visit or by calling 651-225-6000.
Discount Memberships
- The museum provides scholarship memberships to families with qualifying incomes | All Play Memberships
Donate
- Support the museum’s mission with a financial contribution. | Make a Donation
Upcoming exhibits
MEMBERSHIP PERKS
Our next special exhibit, Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites, opens Sept. 25. Join us opening night from 4 – 7 p.m. for a special members-only event.
The event is free, but space is limited. Register today to save your spot!
Membership Basics
Overview
- Free admission for one year
- 10 percent discount at museum café and store
- Discounts at partner retailers and attractions
- 50 percent off admission for up to six people at children’s museums across the U.S. (Passport and above level memberships)
Contact Us
- Phone: 651-225-6000
- Email: membership@mcm.org
Visit Info
Regular Hours
| Sunday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Location
10 West Seventh Street
St. Paul, MN 55102
651-225-6000
Parking
We recommend the World Trade Center Ramp. Bring your ticket to box office for validation at our discounted rate ($7.50 for 3 hours and $1 for each additional 30 minutes.)
The City of Saint Paul also has a parking finder web app.
Public Transit
10th Street Station on the Green Line and numerous bus lines.
Use the Metro Trip Planner from Metro Transit to find the most convenient route.
Lost Cards & Lost Personal Items
- Replacing lost or stolen membership cards – Call 651-225-6000 or visit the box office
- Lost and found – 651-225-6000
Follow Us
- Be in the know! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
- Sign up for Play News email
Membership Tools
Buy, Renew or Give a Membership
Upgrade a Membership
- Add one or two flex members to your membership at the box office during your next visit or by calling 651-225-6000.
Discount Memberships
- The museum provides scholarship memberships to families with qualifying incomes | All Play Memberships
Donate
- Support the museum’s mission with a financial contribution. | Make a Donation
Play Tips for Parents
Kid-Powered Play
- Every exhibit is designed to empower kids to take the lead while growing important skills like critical thinking, creativity, confidence and more.
- Kids pick their path, create their own stories and drive their own fun.
- The museum was created to provide dynamic experiences. Gallery components change, teaching artists and other activities are brought in so members and visitors can experience and try something new. Check our emails and Facebook page for information.
Be a Great Play Partner Enhance your child’s play and watch them grow before your eyes. It’s easy:
- Join your child’s story and add challenges or plot twists.
- Be ok with repetition. It’s how they master their world.
- Let your child explore freely.
For more tips and resources on play, visit our parent resource center.
Upcoming exhibits
