Pretend City Children's Museum, Children's museum in Irvine, United States.
Pretend City Children's Museum is a children's museum in Irvine featuring 17 interactive play areas where kids can explore and engage. The exhibits include a miniature post office, restaurant, farm, fire station, beach, and art studio for hands-on learning.
The museum was founded to help children develop skills through imaginative play and role-playing activities. It has grown to offer multiple learning spaces tailored for different age groups.
Each area displays different professions and community roles where children explore various everyday activities through play. This approach helps young visitors understand the adult world and discover their own abilities and interests.
The location is easily reached by car with on-site parking available for visiting families. The areas are suited for different age groups, so adult supervision makes sense depending on your child's age.
The museum partners with professionals to provide children and families with information about child development and health. This connection between play and early wellness support makes it a caring place for families.
Location: Irvine
Inception: 2009
Website: http://pretendcity.org
GPS coordinates: 33.64210,-117.73950
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42
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