We went to the Seacoast Science Center in Rye today, August 1, 2008 and here is my review....
Parking: Plenty
Gate/Admission: [$] The staff is very friendly. Just a quick note on admission that I will mention is that we had to pay to get into Odiorne State Park then pay to visit the Science Center.
Birthday Parties: Yes (ages 4 and up)
Bathrooms: There are bathrooms inside the Science Center and bathrooms outside. We used one that was inside and it had a changing table!
Cleanliness: It was okay. Not filthy, but not spotless. It could use some sprucing up!
Store: There is a typical nick-nack store inside. I did not notice any vending machine. There is no food or drink allowed inside the Science Center.
Overall: I think this spot is best suited for school age children. There is a touch tank that has starfish that the children can pick up. There is a small toddler area with books and a few other small toys. My son really liked the fish tanks. They have benches that the kids can sit on and get a good close up view of the sea life in the tanks. Outside you can walk on the rocks and find sea creatures or have lunch at one of the many picnic tables. Some of the picnic tables are right there overlooking the ocean. It is a beautiful spot. There is a playground with two structures and swings. There are plenty of trails! Today there were a lot of mosquitoes. Odiorne State Park is heavily wooded so bring your bug spray! See my review on Odiorne State Park.
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Mandy
I just wanted to comment on how awesome it is to have a list of things to do with kids in this area ALL IN ONE PLACE! The reveiws are really helpful, and the site is really interesting. You are doing an awesome job!
~Haley Endacott
I definitely agree that a small part of the museum is for school aged kids but both of my children (and mom) would give Odiorne Point 5 smiles. They love it there and we spend the entire day every time we go. They love to look at all the fish behind the glass & hold the sea creatures inside and out of the museum. My kids are very adventurous and have been climbing the rocks searching for crabs & sea creatures since they were 2-3 years old. The play ground is great, we always picnic, the beach is a blast for sand castles and digging and the rocks and coast line seem to go forever. It's beatiful, peaceful and fun-filled all in one place.
Mandy - great blog - I've shared it with all my mommy friends! I'd love to see info on admission prices for each place also - like $, $$, $$$ - or the specific prices if you know. Keep up the great work, we'll be back often!
Mandy! This is brilliant! You write so well and all the information is so useful. I will be linking to you on my blog. Please let me know if you are reviewing any beaches, parks, museums, etc, in MA anytime soon. I know my babies are too little to enjoy most places but I WANNA GO with you and Meric!
Thanks for this! I'm a new mom in Portsmouth and I feel like I never know what's going on in my own backyard. A great resource!
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