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Welcome friends! The Children's Museum of Wilmington is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization located in downtown Wilmington, NC. We offer a safe and engaging environment and outreach where children can actively learn through hands-on, creative, and imaginative play for ages 0-10.

EXHIBITS

CMoW offers four levels of interactive educational exhibits and learning experiences!

Children at the Museum play with Legos in water table

EDUCATION

Be sure to check out our educational daily programs offered year-round!

Children enjoying a daily program at the Museum

EVENTS

Learn more about our monthly special events for the kiddos and annual fundraising!

Child and Museum staff member play in mud during a special summer event

CAMPS

We offer a wide variety of themed camps led by engaged, qualified educators, to fit and support every child's interests.

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910-254-3534

Labor Day - Memorial Day: Mondays CLOSED
Memorial Day - Labor Day: Mondays 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday - Saturday  9 AM - 5 PM
Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM

116 Orange St. 
Wilmington NC, 28401

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CMoW is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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