Exterior Drone, Photo Credit David Pratt Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
Exterior side, Photo Credit Sean Alonzo Harris Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
Exterior, Photo Credit: Sean Alonzo Harris Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum Theatre of Maine
Indoor Climber, Photo Credit :Sean Alonzo Harris Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
Periscopic Camera Obscura, Photo Credit: Sean Alonzo Harris Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
Watershed Aquariums, Photo Credit: Sean Alonzo Harris Photography, courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine
Theatre, Photo Courtesy of Children's Museum + Theatre of Maine
Theatre Tech Room, Photo Courtesy of Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine

Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

Tenth largest visitor attraction in the state of Maine and named one of the top 12 children’s museums in the U.S. by Forbes Magazine, the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine is poised for significant growth in its new location. The theatre program—the oldest, continuously operating children’s theatre in the nation—occupies a 100-seat auditorium in our new building.

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Contact

250 Thompsons Point Road
Portland, ME

P. (207) 828-1234

Hours:
Mon
10:00 am–1:00 pm
Wed – Thu
10:00 am–4:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am–4:00 am
Sat – Sun
9:00 am–4:00 pm
About Us

HOLIDAY HOURS
December 24 – Closed
December 25 – Closed
December 26 – Opening at 10 am
January 1 – Closed
January 2 – Closed

Devoted to children’s development and learning, the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine offers experiential discovery, playful education, and joyful exploration in performing and visual arts, science, and culture for children, teens, families, teachers, and caregivers.

The new location at Thompson’s Point features a Maine Watershed Aquarium, Indoor & Outdoor Climbers, Live Theatre Productions, Water & Ball Play, Camera Obscura, Art Workshops, and Interactive Exhibits & Activities.

All visitors (including members) must reserve tickets in advance online. If performances or play sessions are not full, we accept walk ups. We look forward to welcoming you!

Details at www.kitetails.org/plan-your-visit

Member Magic Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9 am – 10 am
Subject to change. See Closures + Special Dates for modified schedules.

Special Events

Upcoming events for Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine.

New Year's Eve Beach Party - Photo Courtesy of CMTM
31
Dec
New Year’s Eve Beach Party
Portland

Celebrate the new year with a special indoor seaside celebration!
Dollar Day at CMTM - Photo Credit: CMTM
15
Jan
Dollar Day at CMTM
Portland

Open the door to imagination and play for ONE dollar!