Gilbert House Children’s Museum

Im just writing reviews of childhood places and remember going here as a little kid in the lat 2010s so much good memories I am 13 now and looking back at this place it is good for kids and helps with creativity they have a little doctors office with clothes and all its also funny as I wanted to be a doctor for awhile after "treating my dad" Lol. Also never grow up be a kid as long as possible and as always, Enjoy your day! Jay out

I used to bring my children here years ago, but unfortunately we did not renew our membership for the following reasons: 1. While it is a fun place, I think prices are too high. 2. It’s very alarming that the second largest homeless encampment borders this children’s museum. I personally don’t feel safe. It’s unfortunate that these homeless encampments neighbor family attractions throughout the city (parks, schools, etc,). 3. The last time I was there, they redid one of the exhibits. The new paint smell was extremely toxic. I’m not sure what kind of paint they’re using, but if it smells that strongly and lingers for weeks afterwards, it’s probably not the safest paint option for children. You will notice all the many layers of paint over the years on walls, trim, window frames. 4. Hours are inconvenient at times. Closed on Mondays. Opens at 10am. They should probably consider opening earlier for members or extend hours. I don’t know of any other incentives for memberships but maybe that can be one of them especially since it can get crowded during certain days and window times. That’s my honest and fair review.

One of the best kids museums we have ever been to. My son run around for hours. He had so much fun. We had a lunch break and then came back for more fun. There are areas outside where kids can play. The labyrinth was amazing. It is huge and it can be really scary when you loose your kid inside, but they always find their way. When we visited it was cold and kind of wet but still fun to play around. There are tons of interactive activities inside and the hula size bubble machine was a huge hit. We will definitely be back when the weather is much nicer.

My one compliant is I wish they were open past 5pm at least some days because parents have to work and life doesn't run on a 10 to 5 time frame. Other than that, great place for families!