ExpERIEnce Children's Museum – Erie, PA

 We’ve partnered with six New American families who now live in Erie. Each has captured video that introduces you to their culture and lives. Meet kids from Bosnia, Congo, India, Nepal, Puerto Rico, and Syria! January 30th  expERIEnce My Home Week 1: India  This project was funded by the Pennsylvania Council on the… read more



The “Great Indoor” Coloring Series (May 1, 2020) The expERIEnce Children’s Museum is excited to announce a partnership with local artist, Heather Cash.  Heather has been a long-time friend of the Children’s Museum and her beautiful mural artwork can be found on many walls inside the Museum.  The coloring pages are uniquely designed for the… read more

Over half a million children have enjoyed the water table exhibit at the Children’s Museum, which makes it one of the most beloved exhibits.  Located at the front entrance, the water table is one of the first and last exhibit that children and families enjoy during a visit. In November 2018 the Children’s Museum added… read more

Interactive games help teach youngsters the basics of finance in a fun way. We were thrilled to open a new bank exhibit in early August, powered by PNC Grow Up Great, to help children learn pre-math skills, problem solving and critical thinking. The exhibit is funded by a $10,000 grant from the PNC Foundation in… read more

Puff! Whoosh! Whizz! Marvel at the magic of air as it sends balls rocketing through a maze of tubes, or causes scarves to dance and play their way to the ground. Kids of all ages are loving our latest Amazing Airwaves exhibit as they learn about air pressure and wind resistance. This exhibit was built… read more

The expERIEnce Children’s Museum is excited to be starting the New Year with the opening of the traveling exhibit, Framed: Step into Art. Thanks to a project grant from Erie Arts & Culture, this unique and interactive exhibit has made its way to Erie for families to enjoy through mid-May. Step into Art, which is… read more

We Want to Hear From You! Take Our Sensory Friendly Programming Survey! We at the expERIEnce Children’s Museum want to ensure that all children have the opportunity to create, imagine, and explore in our space. Our Sensory Friendly programs provide children with sensory processing differences a comfortable play environment. Your opinions on how we construct… read more

Back by popular demand…   Join us once again as we explore all things scientific, technological, engineered, artistic and mathematical! Kiddos will focus on teamwork and collaboration as they embark in a series of challenges and processed-based experiences. Hands-on learning activities geared towards ages 6-10 All classes will be offered the last Monday of the… read more