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Pretend City Children's Museum, Irvine, CA

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Pretend City Children's Museum

Hands-on children's museum in Irvine built as a small city where kids try out grown-up roles through play.

29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618 · Irvine, CA

About Pretend City Children's Museum

Pretend City is a nonprofit children's museum in Irvine, California. Its exhibits form a child-sized town of interconnected learning spaces, where young visitors can act out real-world jobs and let their imaginations lead. Beyond play, the museum offers developmental screenings and resources for families, educators, and community groups. Visitors should check the posted hours, since the museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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