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Greater Wausau Children's Museum

📍 Rothschild, WI

4.2(111 Google reviews)

Located in Cedar Creek Mall, the Greater Wausau Children's Museum hosts hands-on play exhibits, rotating art and sensory events, and a music jam series. The venue is especially well-suited for toddlers aged 1–4.

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★★★★★Featured review by Kailey de Jong

This is a really great, affordable option for safe, indoor play in our community. It costed us $8 or $9 for two adults and a 1 year old for two hours of play. I recommend going right at open on a Saturday because it does start to get really busy after 10:30ish. Staff were very friendly and the facility was clean. We will be going back for more fun in the future.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for children aged 1 through 6, with toddlers getting the most out of the sensory and motor-skill exhibits. The low admission price makes frequent visits practical for local families. Arrive at opening on Saturdays — reviewers note the museum fills quickly after mid-morning.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Arrive at opening on Saturdays to beat the mid-morning rush — the space fills up fast
Check the events calendar for scheduled music jams, science sessions, and art activities before visiting
🎟️Daily admission is affordable and a multi-visit annual pass is available for regular attendees
🚗The museum is inside Cedar Creek Mall — park near the mall entrance closest to the movie theater for fastest access

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💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.2

111 Google reviews

Toddler suitability40%
Staff friendliness30%
Affordability20%
Rotating activities10%
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Kailey de Jong

This is a really great, affordable option for safe, indoor play in our community. It costed us $8 or $9 for two adults and a 1 year old for two hours of play. I recommend going right at open on a Saturday because it does start to get really busy after 10:30ish. Staff were very friendly and the facility was clean. We will be going back for more fun in the future.

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Morning Glory

I love this place! Friendly staff. Lots to do, especially for toddlers. I visit this place often with my grandchildren, 2 and 4. We've been coming for years! Thank you Wausau for having so many things for children to do! I don't understand how anyone can give this place less than a 5 star review.

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Christopher Anderson

Kids can explore and make friends.

Reviews from Google

Overview

The Greater Wausau Children's Museum occupies a suite in Cedar Creek Mall at 10101 Market St in Rothschild, WI. The layout is compact and adapted from retail space, which gives it an unconventional floor plan. Exhibits rotate throughout the year and include sensory boxes, foil painting, process art, and science activities. Regular programming covers story time, music jams, and seasonal events like a Halloween dance. Staff are consistently praised as friendly and attentive.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 14:00
Tuesday09:00 – 14:00
Wednesday09:00 – 14:00
Thursday09:00 – 14:00
Friday09:00 – 14:00
Saturday09:00 – 17:00