# Providence Children's Museum Winter STEAM Lab & Water Ways Discovery

> Place to go for families in the Providence–Warwick area (RI / MA). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Open on its own schedule
- Where: Providence Children's Museum, 100 South St, Providence, RI 02903
- Ages: Ages 0–11 (Exhibits specifically engineered for toddlers through elementary school-age children)
- Price: $14 general admission for adults and children; Free for infants under 12 months; Free on first Thursday evenings (5:00 PM–8:00 PM)
- Organizer: Providence Children's Museum
- Official page: https://providencechildrensmuseum.org/
- Last checked: Thu, Nov 5

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## About

Situated in Providence's historic Jewelry District, the Providence Children's Museum is Rhode Island's only hands-on cultural and learning institution tailored exclusively for childhood creativity and active discovery. Across two colorful floors, children investigate interactive STEAM concepts through immersive play spaces. The legendary Water Ways exhibit lets young hydraulic engineers dam cascading currents, launch floating vortex boats, and operate water wheels with protective waterproof smocks provided. Kids can engineer pneumatic ball pathways in the Discovery Lab, construct giant foam block fortresses in Play Power, climb through the multi-level climbing labyrinth, and explore Rhode Island's cultural history in the whimsical Coming to Rhode Island gallery.

Family Experience & Accessibility:
• Stroller Accessibility: Fully accessible facility with elevator service to all levels, wide exhibit corridors, and dedicated indoor stroller parking in the lobby.
• Nursing & Rest Spots: Private, comfortable Nursing Nook with rocking chairs and electrical outlets; family restrooms with child-height sinks and changing tables.
• Age Suitability: Tailored for ages 1 to 11, with dedicated soft sensory play zones for infants and toddlers in the Little Woods exhibit.
• Sensory Tips: Vibrant, active, and hands-on environment; sensory kits with noise-canceling headphones and sunglasses are available for checkout at the front desk.

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