sandcastles children's museum

464cheryll

This museum has been a big hit and has constantly grown bigger and bigger. They have so much for the kids to do - even a big model of the S.S. Badger that kids can drive their little cars into. When I was there last, they had a House of Flavors pretend ice cream shop and I believe they change the exhibits from time to time. If you have kids, they will love this museum. Check on times that it's open because I think it staffed by volunteers so the times can vary.

neabo

I wish I lived closer as this children's museum is so much fun! My son is 6 and had so much fun playing at all of the different displays he didn't want to leave. His favorites were the airplane, water and wildlife area and the sandpit. He loved excavating like a real archeologist. There was so much to do, I wish we lived close enough to get a season pass.

FandangoCharlie

There are SO many themed areas in this children's museum. Our five and one year old had a blast. We go to the Ann Arbor Children's Museum frequently and this one was just as good.

BabelFish

Our kids could spend hours here. It is on our list every year we come to ludington. There is just so much for them to do. We did have a problem this year though. Lol Our three year old tried to sneak out a toy duck from the souvenir stand after I told her we were not going to buy anything. Made her take it back and apologize. That little stinker . We will definitely be back next time we are in town.

958MaryD958

A local? A visitor? You must not miss taking the children to Sandcastles. Whether 2 yrs old or 10, they will have a wonderful time. Family from out of the state were so impressed with this children's museum in downtown Ludington...they couldn't say enough nice things about it.I know there is a lot to do in the summer in Ludington...the beach, the events, the state park...but you will not be disappointed if you spend some time at Sandcastles with your children.

sheilap600

Sandcastles Children's Museum is one of the gems of our town. It's two stories of fun has activities for all ages. There is even a full sized plane in the middle of the first floor complete with a working control tower and baggage mover system. In addition, you can travel back into time in the Egyptian Exhibit or shop at the grocery store. For the culinary minded, you can serve your guests pizza or ice cream from behind the device counter.No matter the age, you will be sure to find things of interest at Sandcastles Children's Museum!Visit their website to learn more at: www.sandcastleschildrensmuseum.com

Cheryl_Ludington

This is one of the best things that you can do for your children and grandchildren. Located in a historic building in downtown Ludington, MI, this up and coming attraction will hold their interest, and keep them active for hours. We even took the whole family to their New Year's Eve party, complete with a huge balloon drop to top off the evening. The plane that was taken apart, and reassembled, hanging from the ceiling was a huge hit, particularly since my 31 year old son could share some of his flying expertise with my 5 year old grandson. The SS Badger charmed the family, and the climbing wall was hard to leave. If you're vacationing in Ludington, build in an afternoon for this wonderful experience.

gaylen735

My grandchildren (ages 2 - 6) LOVE this place. Lots of activities from that let kids explore music, art, history, aviation, real life (with a wonderful store, post office, bank, pizza/sub shop vet clinic area that they can pretend and interact with other children). Sandcastles is a small venue, but packed with things that kids love to explore. We have a family membership so that the grandkids can go whenever they are in town.

Michiganmommyx4

We were vacationing near Hamlin Lake with three 5 year olds, an 11 year old and teenagers....we had a dreary rainy day, so I packes the 5 year olds and the 11 year old up and heades to Sandcastles...They did NOT want to leave, they had so much fun, and for a small place there was so much to do! They even asked to go back still! Great staff, tons to do, a kids dream!

spartysparky

Sancastles is a great museum. My kids (all under 10) all love it...even the adults love to get in on the fun!!! It is a place where kids can be kids and it is so fun to watch them explore!

patgizz

Being from Cleveland and knowing the children's museum here as well as the huge ones in Toledo and Baltimore, I was not expecting much of the one in Ludington. I knew going in it would not be huge, but it was also $4.50 and not $25+ like the big city ones.My 2 year old had a great time. They have a real airplane inside, a climbing wall, pretend stores, bank, etc... and some neat water tables with boats and bubbles and whatnot. The museum is clean and the manager is nice, but I would not expect to spend more than an hour here unless you just kick back and let your kids run amok. Please do not do that though, as it annoys those of us who like to experience things with our children and not ignore them.

Sueatbwp

We took 3 grandchildren, two four year olds and one thee year old. It was fabulous. Clean, developmentally appropriate and kept the occupied for three hours!

927michellep

This is a great rainy day activity with little kids. Plenty of places to have pretend play, such a a corn conveyor, cow "milking" station, pizza kitchen, grocery store, post office, and more!

Kevin73Canada

Great value for all of the different features here. Our 2 and 4 year old could have spent an entire afternoon without getting bored. If you get a rainy day and need to entertain kids, this is a no-brainer.

BayCitySue

Reasonable cost, great exhibits, lots to do!! Grandson always enjoys it. New exhibits this year include an airplane!!