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Children's Museum of Southern Oregon

413 W Main St · Medford, OR

Why you should go…

The Children's Museum of Southern Oregon occupies the historic Carnegie Building in downtown Medford and offers more than 30 themed exhibits spanning science, art, music and movement, plus an outdoor adventure area. Exhibits include a farm-to-table play area, a ranger station and a wildlife rescue treehouse. Founded 20 years ago as Kid Time, the museum charges $8 for adults and $12 per child and also runs daily art, music, science and cooking classes.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Children's Museum of Southern Oregon, ordered by straight-line distance.

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  • Tours
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    Bravo Outings

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  • Shopping
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    The Village at Medford Center

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    0.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Nightlife
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    Ko-Kwel Casino Resort Medford

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    A Rogue Valley casino and resort with slots, table games, and an adjoining Margaritaville hotel near Crater Lake.

    1.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Nightlife

  • Eat & Drink
    Local Gem

    RoxyAnn Winery

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    Estate winery on historic Hillcrest Orchard pouring Rogue Valley reds and whites with vineyard views.

    2.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Eat & Drink

  • Sightseeing
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    Medford

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    Tourism office for Medford and the Rogue Valley, home to wine country and the Rogue River.

    3.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing