Gilbert House Children's Museum, Children's museum in Salem, United States
The museum spans across three historic houses and includes a 20,000-square-foot outdoor area with numerous interactive exhibits focusing on science and engineering.
Established in 1989, the museum incorporates the Andrew T. Gilbert House, which is registered in the National Register of Historic Places.
Children engage with hands-on exhibits in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through interactive displays and educational programs.
The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with paid parking during business hours and free parking on weekends.
The facility houses the tallest Erector Set tower in the world, measuring 52 feet in height and demonstrating engineering principles.
Location: Salem
GPS coordinates: 44.94499,-123.04105
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:09
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