Q: What is the Children’s Museum of Findlay?
A: The Children’s Museum of Findlay is an interactive play and learning space designed for children 0-10 and their families. The exhibits create a hands on experience and to foster the child’s imagination through role play. Parents are encouraged to interact with their children and to guide them through their learning and fun. Check out our exhibits page for more information.
Q: Where is the museum located?
A: We are conveniently located just off of I-75 at 11600 County Road 99, Findlay, OH.
Q: How much is admission?
A: Admission is $9 for anyone over 2 years old (including adults) and free for children under 2. If a guest must leave and re-enter, they must get a handstamp at the front desk before leaving. The stamp is only good for that day.
Q: Why do adults have to play?
A: CMF is a non-profit organization. Admission for all guests helps to cover operating costs – electric, heating and air, water, restrooms, and staff. Just as parents pay to enter spaces such as the fair, movies, sports games, concerts, or amusement parks, the museum charges all patrons. Adults are encouraged to play in each exhibit and experience fun and learning with their child!
Q: Why can't I leave my child at the museum while I run errands?
Parents are not permitted to leave children under 18 years of age unattended in the museum. We are not a licensed daycare facility, nor do we have the staff to ensure safety without direct adult (parent/guardian) supervision. Should a child be left at the facility without an a caregiver, law enforcement will be notified.
Q: Are there benefits to be a member?
A: Membership pricing and benefits can at the attached links.
Q: Can I bring food into the museum?
Food is not permitted, but guests may bring water into the museum. Please dispose of all trash in proper receptacles throughout the museum. Scheduled birthday parties may bring food, but all party food must remain in the party room.
Q: How do I schedule a birthday party?
A: You can find details about parties and schedule here. You are encouraged to schedule your party at least a month ahead of time. We are booking many parties 6-8 weeks ahead of time.
Q: Do you offer a field trip rate?
A: Yes! Please call 567-250-9616 or email [email protected] for information and scheduling. The rate for field trips is $5/child. Up to 6 chaperones per class are free and all other adults are $5. We require a ratio of 1 adult for every 5 children in your group.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WEATHER POLICY
CMF reserves the right to close due to weather and admission refunds will not be issued. The Children’s Museum operates under the Findlay Mall policies and cannot open outside of mall hours, including closings for holidays or inclement weather. If a guest has a party booked, we will call and reschedule, if possible. If rescheduling is not an option, and we are not able to accommodate the party, all pre-paid funds will be refunded to the guest.
PHOTOS/VIDEOS
By entering the museum, you have consented to having the museum photograph you and/or your child for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let a staff member know. Guests are encourage to take pictures of their experience while visiting and may tag the Children’s Museum of Findlay on social media. Please refrain from capturing other families in your photographs without their consent.
CMF is a “play at your own risk” facility. CMF will not be responsible for any injury incurred from playing at the museum or while on museum or adjacent property. Caregivers should accompany their children at all times on the premises, including surrounding parking lots and sidewalks.
CMF is a firearm/weapon free facility. Guests other than uniformed police officers are not permitted to carry firearms or weapons within the museum.
CMF is an alcohol free, drug free, and tobacco free facility, this includes e-cigarettes and vapes.
CMF is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Parents are not permitted to leave children under 18 years of age unattended in the museum. We are not a licensed daycare facility, nor do we have the staff to ensure safety without direct adult (parent/guardian) supervision. Should a child be left at the facility without an a caregiver, law enforcement will be notified.
A: The Children’s Museum of Findlay is an interactive play and learning space designed for children 0-10 and their families. The exhibits create a hands on experience and to foster the child’s imagination through role play. Parents are encouraged to interact with their children and to guide them through their learning and fun. Check out our exhibits page for more information.
Q: Where is the museum located?
A: We are conveniently located just off of I-75 at 11600 County Road 99, Findlay, OH.
Q: How much is admission?
A: Admission is $9 for anyone over 2 years old (including adults) and free for children under 2. If a guest must leave and re-enter, they must get a handstamp at the front desk before leaving. The stamp is only good for that day.
Q: Why do adults have to play?
A: CMF is a non-profit organization. Admission for all guests helps to cover operating costs – electric, heating and air, water, restrooms, and staff. Just as parents pay to enter spaces such as the fair, movies, sports games, concerts, or amusement parks, the museum charges all patrons. Adults are encouraged to play in each exhibit and experience fun and learning with their child!
Q: Why can't I leave my child at the museum while I run errands?
Parents are not permitted to leave children under 18 years of age unattended in the museum. We are not a licensed daycare facility, nor do we have the staff to ensure safety without direct adult (parent/guardian) supervision. Should a child be left at the facility without an a caregiver, law enforcement will be notified.
Q: Are there benefits to be a member?
A: Membership pricing and benefits can at the attached links.
Q: Can I bring food into the museum?
Food is not permitted, but guests may bring water into the museum. Please dispose of all trash in proper receptacles throughout the museum. Scheduled birthday parties may bring food, but all party food must remain in the party room.
Q: How do I schedule a birthday party?
A: You can find details about parties and schedule here. You are encouraged to schedule your party at least a month ahead of time. We are booking many parties 6-8 weeks ahead of time.
Q: Do you offer a field trip rate?
A: Yes! Please call 567-250-9616 or email [email protected] for information and scheduling. The rate for field trips is $5/child. Up to 6 chaperones per class are free and all other adults are $5. We require a ratio of 1 adult for every 5 children in your group.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WEATHER POLICY
CMF reserves the right to close due to weather and admission refunds will not be issued. The Children’s Museum operates under the Findlay Mall policies and cannot open outside of mall hours, including closings for holidays or inclement weather. If a guest has a party booked, we will call and reschedule, if possible. If rescheduling is not an option, and we are not able to accommodate the party, all pre-paid funds will be refunded to the guest.
PHOTOS/VIDEOS
By entering the museum, you have consented to having the museum photograph you and/or your child for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let a staff member know. Guests are encourage to take pictures of their experience while visiting and may tag the Children’s Museum of Findlay on social media. Please refrain from capturing other families in your photographs without their consent.
CMF is a “play at your own risk” facility. CMF will not be responsible for any injury incurred from playing at the museum or while on museum or adjacent property. Caregivers should accompany their children at all times on the premises, including surrounding parking lots and sidewalks.
CMF is a firearm/weapon free facility. Guests other than uniformed police officers are not permitted to carry firearms or weapons within the museum.
CMF is an alcohol free, drug free, and tobacco free facility, this includes e-cigarettes and vapes.
CMF is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Parents are not permitted to leave children under 18 years of age unattended in the museum. We are not a licensed daycare facility, nor do we have the staff to ensure safety without direct adult (parent/guardian) supervision. Should a child be left at the facility without an a caregiver, law enforcement will be notified.