Images of Portland Children's Museum
This museum is closed permanently.
Portland Children's Museum and its collection
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The Portland Children's Museum was a renowned children's museum situated in Portland's Washington Park, right next to the Oregon Zoo. This location made it a convenient and attractive destination for families visiting the park or the zoo, offering a variety of interactive and educational exhibits for children.
Mission of the Portland Children's Museum
The mission of the Portland Children's Museum was to create transformative learning experiences through the arts and sciences. The museum used cognitive science and child development research to inform its exhibits and programs, promoting healthy cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development in children.
Closure of the Portland Children's Museum
In March 2021, the Portland Children's Museum announced that it would permanently close at the end of June due to the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This closure marked the end of an era for a beloved institution that had served the community and its visitors for many years.
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