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Mon: Closed | Tue – Thu: 10a – 4p | Fri: 9a – 4p | Sat & Sun: 10a – 4pm
Museum will be closed Sept. 1-8 for annual maintenance.
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 innovative, play-based approaches to childhood development, serving as a hub for creativity, collaboration, and discovery. Through hands-on experiences that spark imagination and lifelong learning, we will be a trusted partner to families, educators, and our community.
Education Statement
At the Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn, learning through play is grounded in purpose. Programs and exhibits are thoughtfully designed to align with Illinois Learning Standards, ensuring that our experiences complement classroom learning while nurturing curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. We are proud to serve as an incubator, generating ideas that foster an engaging, developmentally appropriate educational journey for all children.
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.