The name says it all! Families are invited to bring the children to this fascinating site, then let them touch and learn. The Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia, "Where Learning Is Child's Play" according to museum information,
Located at 210 North 21st Street (at 21st and Race streets) the facility is a contributor to Philadelphia's popular Parkway museum district. Among the popular exhibits and hands-on programs are: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, which offers a lot of fun centered on this delightful fantasy; Barnyard Babies, a Please Touch farm for those three years old and younger; Supermarket, where kids can shop and shop and shop and.....
One of the very popular activities is being entertained by Please Touch Playhouse performers, who present original shows meant especially for children. The performances run only about 20 minutes (perfect for the younger audience) and encourage audience participation.
The Please Touch Museum Kids Store offers a great variety of games, toys and books that enhance the museum's philosophy of learning through play and interaction. It is not necessary to purchase museum admission tickets to enjoy the store.
Please Touch Museum also presents special programs and activities tailored to the time of year or holiday season. For example, one popular fall activity is entitled, "Frankenstein Makes A Sandwich."
The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The facility is closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Please Touch Museum memberships are available and include free admission to the facility. Adult admission charge is $10.95. Group rates are available. (215) 963-0667
