Hands-on House

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November sensory-friendly hours
Join us Wednesday afternoons from 3-5pm for by-donation admission to sensory-friendly museum hours
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Let your stuffie pal spend the night at the museum! Drop off is November 14th and includes a sleepover craft + story time--then pick up your stuffed animal November 15th for donuts and an adventure slideshow
$5 per child: Register here
November gift card Special
For this month $25 museum gift cards are only $20! Available for purchase at the front desk
Art Classes are back!
Join us Tuesday at 4pm and Wednesdays + Thursdays at 10am & 1pm. Classes are included with admission!
Register here
Extra Give is right around the corner!
We hope that if Hands-on House has touched your life, you will consider supporting us with a contribution on Friday November 21st
Help us reach our fundraising goal!
Join us for Story Stretchers!
A story time session on Tuesdays at 1pm and Fridays at 11am. Sessions are included with admission
Register here
Introducing our new exhibit: The Playhouse
Bring your stories to life through costumes, puppets, dancing, music and more!
Plan your next visit

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Hands-on House is a nonprofit children’s museum located in Lancaster PA, fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children (ages 2-8)

Through curated exhibits and educational programs, we empower all children and caregivers to connect, create, and learn together through immersive, independent, and purposeful play.

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Programs

Explore our selection of camps, classes, and outreach programs.
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Parties

Birthday packages include admission to the museum, access to our private party room as well as party supplies.
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Exhibits

Experience hands-on learning with interactive exhibits!
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Create a memorable experience with your group

Field trips, outreach to schools, and opportunities to rent the museum for a private event! Learn more below.

Group Experiences

Volunteer at the museum

We are always happy to host school groups, sports teams, clubs, and individuals looking to give back to the community. With your help we can foster more opportunities for learning through play!

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Play IS learning! Play matters.

Nurturing expression, early development, and life-long well-being!

Reaching families and schools

Museum Visitors last year

70,000
Students served through Outreach 23'-24'

2,165

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Thank you to our generous sponsors!

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