EdVenture Children's Museum

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211 Gervais St
Columbia, SC 29201
EdVenture Children's Museum in Columbia, SC is ready to take you on an interactive journey that will open doors to new ways of exploring your world. From romping through the amazing anatomy of EDDIE(R), the world's largest child, to firefighting on a full-size fire truck or discovering the mysteries of DNA, EdVenture is the perfect destination for curious minds and the ultimate launch pad for sparking imaginations! Behind EdVenture's doors, are nine world-class exhibit galleries, a library, learning laboratories, resource centers and other visitor amenities. Two additional outdoor gallery spaces are located just outside the museum's front doors. Within the total 92,000 square feet that is EdVenture Children's Museum, there are more than 350 individual hands-on experiences!

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3.5102 reviews
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Barrie P.
9/7/2025

This is a lovely children's museum. It was a big and bright with some unique exhibits. They have books everywhere and the giant child statue is iconic. The staff was nice. My son had fun but did...

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Kate M.
8/17/2025

Great place for kids from 1 to about 12. My 3 and 5 year old were entertained in each area longer than I expected. Great variety of exhibits combining learning and fun.

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Rachel K.
8/24/2024

I been to 3 children's museum and this is one of my favorites. I been there once when my son was 11MO (not walking yet) and again at 17MO (now running). When he was 11MO, we mostly spent time in...

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Kristin Z.
3/17/2025

Everything went well except for the fact that it felt so grimy and unclean throughout. We were here all day and never saw any cleaning of places or things where snot, sneezes, and grumpy hands...

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James R.
4/6/2024

Great place to take the kids. They are having fun and learning at the same time. Arts, crafts, medical, and mecani operations. Play, learn, and wear the kids out. Great day.

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