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The Brooklyn Children’s Museum.

Worth it, says Antonina. The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is a pioneer in the world of children’s museums, making it one of the best museums in Brooklyn for families.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my list Best museums in Brooklyn
Address
145 Brooklyn Ave, Brooklyn Directions
Subway
3 to Kingston Av, 7 min
Website
brooklynkids.org
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Everything I’ve written about The Brooklyn Children’s Museum on New York Dearest, in one place. It’s on five of my lists, from Best children’s museums in New York to Best museums in Brooklyn. Below you’ll find every list it’s on with what I wrote there. At the end, where it is and what’s near.

  1. Best children’s museums in New YorkWorth it
  2. Best museums in New York for kidsWorth it
  3. The New York experiences every kid should haveWorth it
  4. Best museums in Brooklyn for kidsWorth it
  5. Best museums in BrooklynWorth it

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Considered one of the best children’s museums in New York City, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum encourages kids to explore the world from different perspectives.

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Considered one of the best children’s museums in New York City, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum encourages kids to explore the world from different perspectives. With three floors to explore, there’s an emphasis on sensory experiences, cultural appreciation, and family engagement. The rotating exhibits and programs work in tandem to empower children to become involved in their community.

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    ​Founded in 1899, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum is recognized as the first museum in the world specifically designed for children. It offers interactive exhibits that explore world cultures, science, and the arts, aiming to ignite curiosity and foster lifelong learning.

    The museum features engaging spaces like the “Totally Tots” area for toddlers and the “World Brooklyn” exhibit lets kids pretend to work in bakeries, shops, and salons modeled after real Brooklyn businesses. There’s also a rooftop terrace with art supplies and water play in warmer months.

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    The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is a neighborhood favorite that’s been around since 1899—and it’s one of the best places to let kids explore at their own pace.

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    Not every iconic NYC moment is big and flashy. Some are slow, cozy, and filled with little discoveries. The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is a neighborhood favorite that’s been around since 1899—and it’s one of the best places to let kids explore at their own pace.

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    Established in 1899, The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is famous for being the first museum in the world specifically designed for kids. This innovative museum spans 102,000 square feet and offers interactive exhibits and educational programs focused on children, making it a great spot for young minds to explore and learn.

    With a commitment to serving Brooklyn’s diverse communities, the museum offers a wide range of exhibits that cover topics from natural science to cultural diversity. The museum was founded with the acknowledgment that existing museums were not designed with children in mind.

    Hoping to correct course, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum focuses on engaging children in hands-on learning experiences that are both informative and fun. Any way you slice it, this museum is a pioneer in the world of children’s museums, making it one of the best museums in Brooklyn for families. 

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    Best museums in Brooklyn

    No. 2 on that list
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    Established in 1899, The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is famous for being the first museum in the world specifically designed for kids.

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    Established in 1899, The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is famous for being the first museum in the world specifically designed for kids. This innovative museum spans 102,000 square feet of interactive exhibits and educational programs, making it a great spot for young minds to explore and learn. With a commitment to serving the diverse communities of Brooklyn, the museum offers a wide range of exhibits that cover topics from natural science to cultural diversity.

    The museum was founded with the acknowledgement that existing musettes were not designed with children in mind. Hoping to correct course, the Brooklyn Children’s Museum focuses on engaging children in hands-on learning experiences that are both fun and informative. Another big perk of this Brooklyn museum is the commitment to sustainability, made evident by the eco-friendly building, which is the first green museum in New York City.

    The Brooklyn Children’s Museum is a pioneer in the world of children’s museums, making it one of the best museums in Brooklyn for families.

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    Where it is, and what’s near

    Worth it, within a ten-minute walk
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    Nearby, from my lists
    On The Best of New York

    I put The Brooklyn Children’s Museum on four of my best lists.

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