A Peoria Park District Facility

WELCOME! The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum provides children with the tools and inspiration they need to be explorers and creators of the world.

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Three things you need to know this week:

    1. The PlayHouse is currently looking for motivated individuals to join our HopScotch Committee. If you enjoy planning, helping others, or giving back to the community, please fill out our contact form to get involved!

    2. Want to stay in the loop? Sign up for our monthly e-blast here.

    3. Want to be a part of the PlayHouse team? Learn more about our openings today!

Hours

Mon: Closed
Tues: (Members Only) 9am - noon
Wed-Sat: 9am - 4pm
Sun: noon - 5pm

Closed on: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Years Eve, New Years Day


Mask are now recommened for adults and children ages 2 and up. Learn more.


Admission

Ages 1-64: $10.00
65+: $9.00
Active Military: $9.00
Under 1: Free
Active WIC/Link: $3

Location

Glen Oak Park
2218 North Prospect Road
Peoria, IL 61603
309-323-6900

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Need to contact the PlayHouse? If you call 309-323-6900, and select 0, we will do our best to answer anytime during either public hours or office hours. We also check our voice mail box regularly, so feel free to leave a message! Or email us at playhouse@peoriaparks.org.

upcoming playhouse programs

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Feb
9
Thu
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Feb 9 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
9:00 am
Tickets
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner[...]
Feb
9
Thu
Tot Time: Boats @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Feb 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Tot Time: Boats @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
10:00 am
Tickets
During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments,[...]
Feb
10
Fri
Open Art Studio: Explore Collages! @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Feb 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Open Art Studio: Explore Collages! @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
10:00 am
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Join us every Friday morning between 10am and noon to create art with us! Each month features a different theme; join us weekly to explore a different art medium and learn about types of art[...]
Feb
11
Sat
Feb 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Active Minds at the PlayHouse: You've Got a Friend in Me @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
10:00 am
Tickets
This program is for children ages 5-8. However, all children under the age of 12 are welcome. Join the PlayHouse and Active Minds for a four-week social-emotional health program that will build a closer connection[...]
Feb
11
Sat
Maker Workshop: Space Exploration @ The Bonnie Noble Center
Feb 11 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Maker Workshop: Space Exploration @ The Bonnie Noble Center
2:00 pm
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Join the Peoria PlayHouse in the Real Tools Workshop at the Bonnie Noble Center for an “out of this world” maker event! We will be using donated and recycled materials and our imaginations to create[...]
Feb
14
Tue
Feb 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am
Preschool Parties at Proctor - I Heart Valentine's Day @ Proctor Recreation Center
10:00 am
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Discover our world through maker and S.T.E.A.M. activities, walks in nature, and stories depending on the location. This program is for preschool-aged children and their parents. For some locations, dress for outdoor fun! This winter[...]
Feb
16
Thu
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Feb 16 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Parent and Baby Social @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
9:00 am
Tickets
This program focuses on parents and their babies, from birth to 12 months, giving them a place to gather and enjoy casual conversation with fellow parents while their little one’s play. Guest speakers from partner[...]
Feb
16
Thu
Tot Time: Bedtime @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Feb 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Tot Time: Bedtime @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
10:00 am
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During this program for children 1 to 4 years of age and their grown-ups, children develop language, small motor skills, and social skills while engaging in hands-on exploration. Each class includes songs and musical instruments,[...]
Feb
16
Thu
Health Homeschool: Teeth To Treasure @ The Bonnie Noble Center
Feb 16 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Health Homeschool: Teeth To Treasure @ The Bonnie Noble Center
2:00 pm
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Health Homeschool: Teeth To Treasure 5-12 years old The PlayHouse offers STEAM Homeschool classes in which students explore careers related to science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Hands-on activities included! Join the Peoria Playhouse for[...]
Feb
17
Fri
Open Art Studio: Explore Sculpting! @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
Feb 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Open Art Studio: Explore Sculpting! @ Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum
10:00 am
Tickets
Join us every Friday morning between 10am and noon to create art with us! Each month features a different theme; join us weekly to explore a different art medium and learn about types of art[...]
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The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum

The Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum