.png)
Mon: Closed | Tue – Thu: 10a – 3p | Fri: 9a – 5p | Sat & Sun: 10a – 4pm
The Museum will be closing at 2:00 pm on Sunday, May 11th.
Our Mission, Vision & Values
What Guides Us
OUR Mission
The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn’s mission is to positively impact a child's potential in life through play-based education.
OUR Vision
The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn will lead the region in creating fun-while-learning opportunities that inspire imagination and lifelong learning.
Education Statement
Every program and every exhibit at the Children's Museum is created with the Illinois Common Core standards (formerly the Illinois Learning Standards) at their core. These are the same standards that the Illinois Board of Education requires local school districts to use when developing local curriculum. This enables the Children's Museum to be a true extension of classroom learning.
Core Values
We believe…
Play
Play is essential to the learning and development of the whole person.
Community
Community is more than just where you live. Positive connections are critical to the support systems needed for childhood learning.
Children and their families
Children and their families deserve a safe place to thrive and grow together.
Acceptance
Acceptance embraces and celebrates our differences.
Support Our Mission
If you believe in the power of play and the impact it has on childhood learning, we invite you to support our mission:
☘ Make a donation to help fund exhibits, programming, and outreach.
☘ Purchase a museum membership for your family or as a gift.
☘ Donate a vehicle—call (708) 423-6709 ext. 201 for details.
☘ Explore additional ways to help by visiting our Donate page.