About - Please Touch Museum
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About - Please Touch Museum
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ABOUT
Elevating play.
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Our Mission
The mission of the Museum is to “
Change a child’s life as they discover the power of learning through play.
”
More than ever, research shows the necessity of play in the social, emotional and cognitive development of children. The work of the Museum is to ensure that we are delivering outstanding experiences in a welcoming environment, which encourages learning through play.
Our Vision
Our vision is of “
a world where all children are creative, compassionate, confident and curious.
”
We understand the boldness of this vision, which is why we work to create experiences that cultivate curiosity, create community and are defined by excellence.
Our Values
Curiosity
We believe in the inherent value of curiosity and encourage children and their families to discover, imagine and learn through play.
Engagement
We create unique learning experiences that are transformational and have lasting impact for our visitors, our community and beyond.
Community
We embrace diversity in everything we do, and we encourage our visitors to think differently and open their minds to the world around them.
Excellence
We invest in our employees, programs and exhibits to provide unparalleled experiences for every visitor.
Our DEIBA Commitment
We embrace the
power of learning
to build an inclusive museum where every child, family, employee, and partner feels that they belong and are respected. Together, we are committed to lifelong learning and embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility principles into our workplace, museum experience, and community collaboration.
Approaching 50 Years of Play
Our History
A pilot program in a small room in the Academy of Natural Sciences has turned into a nationally-recognized leader in children’s museums, consistently ranking as a Top 10 children’s museum in the country.
LEARN OUR HISTORY OF PLAY
News
We’re making headlines.
Read media coverage and press releases on the events, happenings and discoveries at Please Touch Museum.
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William Penn Foundation Awards Museum 3-Year Grant to Support ACCESS Program
March 3, 2026
Museum Named One of 9 Best Children’s Museums by Travel + Leisure
February 9, 2026
Vanguard Expands Support for Early Learning Through Museum’s “Journey Together” Program
December 2, 2025
For general inquiries, please click the button below to send us your question. A member of our team is happy to connect with you!
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ABOUT
Elevating play.
BUY TICKETS
Our Mission
The mission of the Museum is to “
Change a child’s life as they discover the power of learning through play.
”
More than ever, research shows the necessity of play in the social, emotional and cognitive development of children. The work of the Museum is to ensure that we are delivering outstanding experiences in a welcoming environment, which encourages learning through play.
Our Vision
Our vision is of “
a world where all children are creative, compassionate, confident and curious.
”
We understand the boldness of this vision, which is why we work to create experiences that cultivate curiosity, create community and are defined by excellence.
Our Values
Curiosity
We believe in the inherent value of curiosity and encourage children and their families to discover, imagine and learn through play.
Engagement
We create unique learning experiences that are transformational and have lasting impact for our visitors, our community and beyond.
Community
We embrace diversity in everything we do, and we encourage our visitors to think differently and open their minds to the world around them.
Excellence
We invest in our employees, programs and exhibits to provide unparalleled experiences for every visitor.
Our DEIBA Commitment
We embrace the
power of learning
to build an inclusive museum where every child, family, employee, and partner feels that they belong and are respected. Together, we are committed to lifelong learning and embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility principles into our workplace, museum experience, and community collaboration.
Approaching 50 Years of Play
Our History
A pilot program in a small room in the Academy of Natural Sciences has turned into a nationally-recognized leader in children’s museums, consistently ranking as a Top 10 children’s museum in the country.
LEARN OUR HISTORY OF PLAY
News
We’re making headlines.
Read media coverage and press releases on the events, happenings and discoveries at Please Touch Museum.
VIEW OUR NEWSROOM
News
View All
William Penn Foundation Awards Museum 3-Year Grant to Support ACCESS Program
March 3, 2026
Museum Named One of 9 Best Children’s Museums by Travel + Leisure
February 9, 2026
Vanguard Expands Support for Early Learning Through Museum’s “Journey Together” Program
December 2, 2025
For general inquiries, please click the button below to send us your question. A member of our team is happy to connect with you!
CONTACT US
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