Upcoming Events
Daniel Tiger Meet and Greet
Saturday, August 29
Daniel Tiger is stopping by for a special meet and greet! Space is limited, with first-come, first-served sessions.
Dino Day
Presented by:
Saturday, September 12
Dig for dinosaur bones, touch real fossils, build prehistoric creations, make dino track stamps, and stomp your way through a day of dino-sized fun.
Members Only Morning
Sunday, September 13
Museum members only: Explore the Museum from 9‑11 AM before we open our doors to the general public!
Super Hero Saturday
Presented by:
Saturday, September 19
Suit up and join us for Superhero Saturday, where every little hero can unleash their superpowers and save the day — cape not required but highly recommended!
Membership Information
Member Benefits
Museum members receive free parking in our gated lot, free general admission for 12 months, free carousel rides, and more!
If you will visit Please Touch Museum more than once (and we think you will!) use the calculator to determine how much you can save by becoming a member.
If you would like to purchase a member guest ticket for $15, please pay for your guest upon arrival at the Museum – you will be unable to purchase member guest tickets online.
Beginning October 29, Please Touch Museum will be open five days a week, from Wednesday through Sunday, as well as select holidays. We will be closed to members and visitors on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Find out how much a membership can save you!
General Admission Tickets
Ready to buy a ticket? Click here to see the price of admission by day and click the Buy Ticket button below for a day of fun and learning at Please Touch Museum!
Please Note:
- Beginning October 29, Please Touch Museum will be open five days a week, from Wednesday through Sunday, as well as select holidays. We will be closed to members and visitors on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- The calendar on the right shows dates we are open and closed. To make a general admission reservation please click the button below.
- Tickets and reservations are required for everyone age 1 – 100+
- Parking in our gated lot is $18 and limited spaces are available. You can pay for parking at the outdoor kiosk after your visit.
- All online reservations and tickets are non-refundable upon purchase, we can accommodate changes in reservation day based on availability. Requests for a transfer must be made within 7 days of the original reservation date or will not be honored.
- Unlimited carousel rides are $5 per child (one caregiver per child rides free). Tickets are available online or at the kiosk in the Independence Blue Cross Carousel House.
Field Trips and Group Visits
Looking to bring your class to Please Touch Museum? Book a guided field trip for your students to explore engineering, mathematical concepts, and more, as they learn through play — or explore the Museum on your own! Learn more about field trips to Please Touch Museum.
ACCESS | Museums for All
The Museum is a proud member of the Museums for All program, providing access to more families to experience our Museum. ACCESS and SNAP EBT cardholders may visit at deeply discounted rates, as follows:
- Pennsylvania & Delaware ACCESS cardholders may visit the Museum for $2 per person (limit: 4 tickets)
- Out-of-state SNAP EBT cardholders can visit the Museum for $5 per person (limit: 4 tickets)
(Please see new pricing starting November 1st for out-of-state SNAP EBT cardholders)
To take advantage of these discounted rates, ticketholders must present their valid SNAP EBT or ACCESS Card along with photo ID upon arrival at the Museum.
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Ticket Policy for ACCESS / Museums for All
The Museum follows the Admission Policy as required by Museums for All and ACCESS Philly Art-Reach:
- Visitors must present a valid SNAP EBT or Pennsylvania ACCESS Card along with photo ID
- One SNAP EBT or ACCESS card admits the cardholder and up to, but no more than, three (3) friends or family members at the discounted rate, ages one and older
- Discount is limited to one use per day
- Reservation must be paid in advance by the cardholder, not through EBT funds
- Discount is not valid on special exhibitions or other offers
For further information about the ACCESS Philly Art-Reach program, visit art-reach.org.
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Additional Information
Parking in our gated lot is $18 and limited spaces are available. Payment for parking must be made at the parking kiosk in the parking lot.
Unlimited carousel rides are $5 per child (one caregiver per child rides free). Tickets are available online or at the kiosk in the Independence Blue Cross Carousel House.
Need help making a reservation?
Send us an email using the button below.