Play Helps Partners

Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM)

Founded in 1973, the Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM) is New York City’s leading cultural institution dedicated solely to kids and families. CMOM inspires children and their families to learn about themselves and their world through unique interactive exhibitions. CMOM presents a full range of activities, exhibits and special performances that stimulate children of all ages. Through multidimensional programs that reach deep into the community, the Museum serves New Yorkers from all backgrounds. For details about CMOM’s programs, visit the CMOM website or call 212-721-1223.

The Louisiana Children’s Museum

The Louisiana Children’s Museum is New Orleans’ most playful place to explore, experience, and learn. Plan a fun family outing. Enroll your child in a dynamic art holiday or summer camp. Organize a field trip or let the LCM bring the fun and learning to your classroom with unique outreach programs that make classroom lessons come to life. Find something new and fun to do each time you visit the Louisiana Children’s Museum. Explore and experience 30,000 square feet of hands-on fun, engaging exhibits and exciting programs—all designed with curious kids (and grown-ups) in mind. Visit the Children’s Museum website for more information.

Association of Children's Museums

The Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) is a professional service organization representing more than 340 children’s museums around the world. ACM’s mission is to build the capacity of children’s museums to serve as town squares for children and families where play inspires creativity and lifelong learning. ACM believes that no other institution in American society champions the power of play as well or as extensively as the network of children’s museums. Visit the ACM website for links to children’s museums around the world and tips on making the most of the children’s museum experience.