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Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose, San Jose, CA

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Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

A hands-on children's museum in downtown San Jose built around open-ended play for kids and families.

180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110 · San Jose, CA

About Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose is a family-focused cultural institution in downtown San Jose, on Woz Way. It serves children, families, and schools in the Silicon Valley and wider Bay Area. The museum centers play as the way children make sense of the world, with exhibits meant to spark imagination, exploration, and growth. Visitors can explore indoor exhibits and outdoor experiences, and the museum also offers a café, group visits, birthday parties, and event rentals. It is a member of the Association of Children's Museums and the Association of Science and Technology Centers.

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