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The Children's Museum at La Habra: A World of Discovery

Explore interactive exhibits in a historic train depot, sparking imagination and learning through play for young children.

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Housed in a historic 1923 Union Pacific train depot, the Children's Museum at La Habra offers a vibrant, hands-on learning environment for children ages 2 to 8. With seven galleries and a variety of interactive exhibits, kids can explore science, art, culture, and everyday life through the power of play.

A brief summary to The Children's Museum at La Habra

  • Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-4 pm
  • Friday 10 am-4 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-5 pm
  • Sunday 1 pm-5 pm

Local tips

  • Check the museum's website for information on current exhibits and special events before your visit.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum, but you're welcome to picnic in the surrounding Portola Park.
  • The museum can get crowded, especially on weekends. Consider visiting during the week for a quieter experience.
  • Admission paid can be applied towards the purchase of a membership.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    The Children's Museum at La Habra is located at 301 S Euclid St, La Habra, CA 90631. From the I-5 freeway, exit at Beach Boulevard and head north. Turn east onto La Habra Boulevard, then turn south onto Euclid Street. The museum will be on your left in Portola Park. Free parking is available on Euclid Street directly in front of the Museum or in the parking lot to the North of the Museum entrance. Limited parking can be an obstacle.

  • Public Transport

    Several bus lines serve the area near the Children's Museum at La Habra. Check the OCTA (Orange County Transit Authority) website for the most up-to-date routes and schedules. Bus lines 37, 129, and 143 stop near the museum. From the bus stop, it is a short walk to the museum entrance. A single ride on OCTA bus is typically $2.

  • Ride Share

    Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in La Habra. A ride from a nearby location, such as the Brea Mall, to the Children's Museum at La Habra typically costs between $10 and $15, depending on demand and traffic.

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The Children's Museum at La Habra, located in a charming 1923 Union Pacific train depot, has been sparking curiosity and imagination in young minds since 1977. As one of the few children's museums on the West Coast during the 1970s, it has a long-standing tradition of providing unique, hands-on educational experiences. The museum boasts seven galleries with a diverse range of exhibits. Kids can embark on a 'Nature Walk' and encounter taxidermied wild animals, engineer structures in the STEAM Lab, or ride an authentic Dentzel Carousel in the Carousel Room. The Train Station Gallery features a Model Train Village, a nod to the building's history as a train depot. Don't miss the outdoor dinosaur garden and the chance to explore a 1942 caboose. Rotating exhibits in the Changing Gallery keep the experience fresh and engaging. The museum also offers outreach programs, including free school tours and community events. Located in Portola Park, the museum is adjacent to the La Habra Tennis Center and the La Habra Depot Theater.

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