Come Play!
*Poor weather? We will post inclement weather notices on our website and social media! We also post weather-related business hours changes with all local TV news channels.*
Museum Experience
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Exhibit Manipulatives
Exhibit pieces are cleaned multiple times a week. “Yucky bins” are provided in case a toy needs immediate disinfection. Costumes and some fabric exhibit pieces are starting to come back out on the floor!
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Food & Drink
Our snack area is open! Feel free to bring a snack or lunch to enjoy in this area during your visit.
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Tickets are valid all day!
Need to run home for nap time or want to explore downtown Lafayette for a bit? Your admission will be valid until 5 pm, so come back to play some more!
Visitor Responsibilities
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WOW! is committed to providing a safe, welcoming space for all members of our community.
To ensure that everyone has the best experience possible, we ask that all guests, volunteers, and staff adhere to this code of conduct.
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Adults and children must stay together in the Museum:
No children may visit without an adult, and no adults may visit without a child.
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Remember your museum manners:
Please use walking feet and inside voices.
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Be courteous to others:
Model positive behaviors when interacting with children and adults.
Be respectful of the Museum and its exhibits.
Use the exhibits appropriately and safely.
Adhere to all posted signs.
There is no entry into areas designated for staff only.
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If you or anyone in your family are feeling ill or are experiencing any symptoms of sickness such as cough or fever, please stay at home.
Museum Rules
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Please Remember
- There is no smoking or vaping allowed in the museum or in the gardens outside of the Museum.
- Firearms or weapons of any kind are not allowed in the Museum.
- Pets are not allowed in the Museum. Service animals are welcome.
- Abusive, threatening, or offensive speech will not be tolerated. This includes wearing or displaying profane, offensive, or obscene material on clothing or other items. -
Note
The Museum reserves the right to refuse admission, revoke membership, control occupancy, or reject or remove any person for any reason without refund, including violating museum rules and guidelines, or exhibiting unsafe, inappropriate, or disruptive behavior, or behavior likely to cause damage.
Cleaning Procedures & Policies
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As a children’s museum, the health and wellness of our visitors and staff are always a top priority. Our cleaning procedures are aligned with the latest recommendations from health officials.
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We perform routine cleaning of high-touch areas, common spaces, and exhibits.
We use hospital-grade disinfectants recommended by Boulder County Public Health.
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We conduct regular maintenance on our HVAC system.
WOW! has upgraded its HVAC filters, and has installed UV lights, based on professional advice to provide the highest air quality possible.
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The Museum is professionally deep-cleaned every night.
We provide extra hand sanitizing stations around the Museum. Sinks are located in the restrooms and in the Create Space.
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Yucky Toy Bins
There are “Yucky Toy Bins” around the Museum to collect dirty and mouthed toys.
