The museum is open today 9am-4:30pm

Growing Bright Futures

The Children’s Museum of the Upstate in downtown Greenville offers 80,000 square feet dedicated to play-based learning.

Exhibits and weekly programs encourage hands-on play, unique discoveries and intentional learning opportunities.

What's New at TCMU

The Children’s Museum of the Upstate in downtown Greenville offers 80,000 square feet dedicated to play-based learning.

Mahjong at the Museum

Join The Children’s Museum of the Upstate and Mahj Made Easy for the inaugural Mahjong at the Museum, an evening of mahjong, beer and wine, and heavy hors d’oeuvres from Chef Stephanie Bolden. This is a 21+ fundraising event benefiting The Children’s Museum of the Upstate.

Birthdays at TCMU-Greenville

Celebrate at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate! With birthday party options available at both of our Greenville and Spartanburg locations, the perfect party awaits.

Sleepover at TCMU!

Overnights are a magical way to experience the museum after hours. Your group will have the entire space to yourselves starting at 5:00pm, and we’ll handle the fun, food, and facilitation!

Our Mission

We’re committed to creating a world where no barrier is bigger than a dream for all children.

EXHIBITS

80,000 square feet of discovery

Three floors offer endless opportunities for learning and play

Child playing in Wings in the Air exhibit in The Children's Museum of the Upstate Greenville location.
Father and son participating in a steamWORKS activity at The Children's Museum of the Upstate Greenville location.
PROGRAMS

Dedicated to play-based learning

Free programming is designed to excite young minds through deeper engagement and intentional learning opportunities.

Ready to explore?

Thank you to our leading supporters!