Fun, discovery, play

A popular destination for local youth, their parents and teachers in the Monterey Bay area, the museum is also an attraction for visitors. The “Discovery” offers cutting edge educational methodologies that maximize learning opportunities.

The kids will ❤ it

Art, music, story time, science, ballet, nature. The Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery (MOD) is an extraordinary interactive learning environment where everyone explores and discovers.

The “Discovery Store” features unique children’s educational and scientific toys, books and games from some of your favorite brands.

Join the MOD Family

Drop-in for a class or purchase one of four membership levels. MOD members get to take advantage of year-round unlimited admission and access to exclusive events and offers. And the MOD is the perfect fun place for birthday parties!

What: Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery
Where: Inside the Capitola Mall near the food court, 1855 41st Avenue, Suite C-10
When: Open Daily: Monday to Saturday 10am – 5pm; Sunday 12 – 5pm; (Holidays: Closed Easter, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Day)
More: Adults 18 and older $8; Seniors & Active Duty Military $6; Children ages 1 – 17 $5; Children under 1 Free; Wednesdays, Grandparents Free

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Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery: Interactive learning environment

Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery: Interactive learning environment

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