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Come in & Explore!

Get away from the gadgets and have some real hands-on fun together exploring our interactive exhibits. And it’s okay for grown-ups to play too.

Location

Children’s Hands-On Museum of Northwest Illinois

1233 W Galena Ave
Freeport, IL 60132

Map & Directions

Hours & Admission

Thurs: 2pm – 6 pm
Fri – Sat:
10am – 2pm
Sun: 1pm – 4pm

CLOSED THANKSGIVING & BLACK FRIDAY

Admission Ages 2 and up: $6.00

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For Immediate Release: Tickets Available for Children’s Hands-On Museum Frosty Ball Fundraising Gala Scheduled for February 8

For Immediate Release: Tickets Available for Children’s Hands-On Museum Frosty Ball Fundraising Gala Scheduled for February 8

“CHOM’s Frosty Ball fundraising gala helps support the museum’s exhibits, programs, and other services” said Jessi Larson, CHOM board president. “We regularly hear from parents and grandparents how grateful they are that CHOM is available. With the support of our community, we can continue to make available these learning through play opportunities for children.”

Brrrr? or Booo! Halloween at CHOM

Brrrr? or Booo! Halloween at CHOM

Check out CHOM for Halloween! Bring the kids in costume (or not!) and have some fund with the scavenger hunt and pick up some treats before it’s time to go home! Open 2 – 6 PM (normal hours!) on Thursday. Click the link for more information. Standard admission fees apply for non-members.

How You Can Get Involved

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1233 W. Galena Ave, Freeport, IL 61032