Thomas & Friends Now In the Station!

Our new special exhibit is now open exclusively for small-group reservations through our V.I.P. Sessions!

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Bringing field trips to you

The Museum’s educators have developed online videos and supply kits to align with current learning standards. Explore topics now.

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Small group play sessions available now

We’re OPEN for learning with our small group V.I.P.: Very Important Play packages only. Make a reservation today.

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Your Support is Critical

Required pandemic closures this year have left us more dependent than ever on donations from our community to continue our mission. Gifts to our Learning to Grow Fund position us to be ready to serve your families as soon as we can re-open. Donate now or click below to learn how we use your gifts.

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What a 2020 It’s Been

Even in the face of a challenging 2020, we are proud to have developed programs to keep our mission alive and spark the joy of learning through play. Join us as we look back through the year.

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Regular Hours

Thursday - Saturday
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday
8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Members Only Hours

Tuesday - Saturday
9:00 am – 9:30 am

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Admission

V.I.P. (Very Important Play) Sessions available for reservation. The Museum is currently not open for general admission.

The Museum is closed for these holidays:
New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

All Museum coupons and passes expiring in 2020 or 2021 will be honored through 2022.

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Today at the Museum

V.I.P. (Very Important Play) Sessions
Enjoy private access to the exhibits you love in a 100% safe and clean environment.
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Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails!
There’s adventures around every bend with Thomas, and all the other colorful residents of Sodor!

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Location

Kohl Children’s Museum
2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026

Directions

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Contact

(847) 832-6600
info@kcmgc.org

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