Come visit us at the Kid’s Discovery Museum on Bainbridge Island
Welcome to KiDiMu!
For more than 20 years, Kids Discovery Museum has been a place where curiosity is celebrated and childhood is honored. Rooted in the belief that children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful connection, KiDiMu sparks wonder while supporting the whole child.
We are more than a museum — we are a community hub for early learning and discovery. Through hands-on exhibits, inquiry-based programming, and experiences guided by trained educators, we intentionally nurture cognitive growth, creativity, collaboration, and emotional resilience. Every space is designed to invite experimentation, problem-solving, and joyful learning.
Serving families across Kitsap County, KiDiMu provides a safe, inspiring environment where children can build confidence, develop critical skills, and see themselves as capable, curious learners.
At KiDiMu, learning is active. It is playful. It is powerful.
And it grows with every child who walks through our doors.
Our Mission
KiDiMu exists to ignite curiosity and foster a lifelong love of learning through hands-on, play-centered experiences.
We create interactive environments where children explore, experiment, build, imagine, and collaborate. Guided by research in early childhood development and supported by trained educators, our programs nurture the whole child — cognitively, socially, emotionally, and creatively.
We are committed to providing safe, inclusive spaces where every child feels seen, valued, and capable.
Our Vision
We envision a community where every child has access to meaningful, joyful learning experiences that build confidence, resilience, and imagination.
As KiDiMu grows, we continue to evolve in response to the needs of children and families — strengthening early learning opportunities, deepening community connections, and building sustainable programs that ensure KiDiMu remains a vibrant educational resource for generations to come.
We believe curiosity is powerful.
We believe play is essential.
We believe children thrive when given the freedom to discover.
Our Values
🌱 Curiosity First
We believe curiosity is the foundation of learning. We create environments where children are encouraged to ask questions, explore boldly, and discover through hands-on experiences.
🎨 Play with Purpose
Play is not a break from learning — it is learning. Through joyful exploration, children build critical thinking skills, creativity, resilience, and confidence.
🧠 Whole-Child Growth
We support cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Our programs are designed to nurture capable, compassionate learners who feel safe to take risks and try again.
🤝 Community Connection
KiDiMu is a gathering place. We value partnerships with families, educators, and community members, recognizing that children thrive when surrounded by strong, supportive relationships.
🔒 Safety & Stewardship
We are committed to maintaining safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environments. Thoughtful supervision, trained educators, and responsible governance ensure children are protected while they explore.
🌎 Sustainable Impact
We believe in building programs that are both meaningful and enduring — creating stability for families today while ensuring KiDiMu remains a vibrant resource for future generations.
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News & Updates
🦖 Dino Discovery Lab Stomp, Chomp & Fossil Fun!
Week 1 : June 15–June 19
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One Call for All – Give to KiDiMu Before December 31, 2025!
Don’t forget! Your donation to KiDiMu helps us continue providing hands-on learning, inclusive programs, and exciting experiences for children. Make your impact before the year ends—every gift counts!
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🎉 Birthday Parties at KiDiMu – Fun, Hands-On, and Unforgettable!
Make your child’s special day an adventure! Our interactive museum spaces let kids explore, create, and discover through play, STEAM activities, art, and imaginative games—while families relax and enjoy the magic. #learnmore #birthdayparty🎉
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Come join us for a fun-filled Friday afternoon full of Christmas cheer and gingerbread-house building!
As a special activity, we’ll have arts & crafts gingerbread houses to assemble, along with plenty of fun stickers to decorate them.
🎬Join us for Friday Fun Times this Friday 🎬from 5.30pm - 8.00pm 🎉🌟 we will be showing a wonderful movie 🍿🎊
$30 per person- including pizza and drinks 🍕🥤
Grades 5-9
Jim Henson`s Turkey Hollow is rated TV-PG and has a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 28-30 minutes (88-90 minutes). It is a family-friendly comedy and fantasy film that centers on the themes of family, nature, and imagination.
Rating
The film is rated TV-PG for mild content, including some implied sexual innuendo in comedy banter, mild violence/gore, and a few moments of tension that might be too intense for very young children. It is generally considered appropriate for family viewing and children grade 5 and up.
What It`s About
The story follows the recently divorced Ron Emmerson and his two children, Tim and Annie, as they visit the small, technology-free town of Turkey Hollow for a traditional Thanksgiving with their eccentric Aunt Cly. Bored without their phones and internet, the kids decide to investigate the local legend of the "Howling Hoodoo," a mythical monster that lives in the woods.
Their adventure leads them to discover strange, friendly creatures (which are the new puppets designed by the Jim Henson Creature Shop) and a plot by a scheming neighbor to steal Aunt Cly`s prize-winning, hormone-injected turkeys. The children must work with the monsters to solve the mystery and save the day. The film is narrated by Chris "Ludacris" Bridges.
How Long
The movie runs for approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes (88 minutes)
We hope to see your kiddos tonight for a fun-filled evening at KiDiMu! We’ll have free play in the museum, hands-on STEM activities, snack, and a cozy showing of Night at the Museum.
Feel free to drop kiddos off in their PJs - sleeping bags, bring along stuffies, and dinner (if they haven’t eaten yet)!
You get a night out, and they get an unforgettable adventure! $55 per person, $5 off sibling discount.
Drop-off: 5.30pm
Movie starts: 6.15pm
Pick-up: 8.00pm
Can’t wait to welcome them!🎉🌟
Become a KiDiMu Member!
Enjoy a year of fun, learning, and exclusive perks with a KiDiMu membership!
Unlimited Museum Access
Visit KiDiMu all year long! Our exhibits rotate, so you’ll always find something new!
Reciprocal Discounts
Enjoy 25% off admission for up to 4 family members at participating NWYA partners
Guest Discounts
Bring your friends – accompanying guests receive $1 off admission.
Exclusive Savings & Deals
Get special pricing on birthday parties, programs, and camps, plus save on KiDiMu products!.
Military Discount
We proudly offer 10% off any membership for military families!
VIP Access
Receive invitations to exclusive, members-only events that happen yearly.
Our Partners
We are so grateful to our partners for helping to fund our mission!
