where learning is child’s play

Come Play with Us!

Come play with us!

Book Awards

Presented by The Albert M. Greenfield Foundation

Winner – Age 3 and Under

Peanut Butter & Jellyfishes written by Brian P. Cleary, illustrated by Betsy E. Snyder

In this energetic book, animals of all kinds do everything from riding motorbikes to planting evergreens in a trip across the alphabet. Betsy E. Snyder’s buoyant illustrations perfectly accompany Brian P. Cleary’s silly text

 

Winner – Age 4 to 7

Do Unto Otters by Laurie Keller

When Mr. Rabbit is introduced to his new neighbors, the Otters, he isn’t quite sure how to get along with them. That is, until he learns about the Golden Rule: do unto otters as you would have otters do unto you.

Join Our Memorial Hall Campaign

Memorial Hall CampaignPlease Touch Museum has far outgrown its current space. Help us to continue serving all the children and families of the Philadelphia region by purchasing a paver with your personalized message. These pavers will be at the entrance of our new home at Memorial Hall, Fairmount Park. Make your Mark Now!

Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall Opening Gala

Opening Gala

On Friday, October 3, 2008, Please Touch Museum will host the most memorable celebration in its history and one of the most exciting for Philadelphia, the Please Touch Museum at Memorial Hall Opening Gala! Visit our Special Events page to find out more information.

Special Membership Gift Pack!

Only $10 above the regular membership fee!

Gift MembershipAlong with your membership card, receive special stickers, a coupon for a free Please Touch Museum tote bag and info on the museum all packaged in a special gift box!  Visit our Membership page to give the gift of a Please Touch Museum membership.

 

Toys and play

Visit the Toys and Play blog to learn the history and background of some of our favorite toys!

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Take a trip through the museum in our pop-up book

Open Daily!

  • General Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm
  • Summer Hours: July 1–Labor Day
    Sunday-Thursday, 9 am–4:30 pm
    Friday-Saturday, 9 am–5 pm
  • CLOSED: New Year’s, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

Location

Map / Directions
210 N. 21st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 963-0667
at the corner of 21st and Race Streets in the heart of Philadelphia’s Parkway museum district.

Admission

Members: Free
Children under the age of One: Free
Children and Adults: $10.95 per person
Groups of 15+ (90 Minute visit): $8 per person, reservations required
Groups of 15+ (Unlimited visit): $10.95 per person, reservations required

Best time to Visit:

Please Touch Museum tends to be busier on rainy days. You may want to schedule your visit on fair weather days. Mornings are also a busy time with most school groups visiting during this time. Afternoons are a great time to visit the museum as well as Mondays when groups are not scheduled.

Wheelchairs and Strollers:

 


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