
Many Ways to Support the Museum
Make a Donation
The Children's Museum in Oak Lawn is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our earned revenue (admissions, memberships, and store sales) will only account for around 60% of our annual operating budget. We rely on the financial support of individuals and businesses to help us keep our admission prices affordable. You can help today by making a donation. Just click the "Donate Now" button on the left to get started.
The Wish List
The Children's Museum is now open but there are still some items we continue to need. These items are listed below. If you can help us out, please call us at (708) 423-6709. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
Golf Balls
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
Paper Shredder
Carpet Cleaner
Rubbermaid containers (large clear ones with lids)
Scrap wood (no nails or other dangers - also unpainted)
PVC pipes and connectors
Animal X-rays
Costumes for our theater (ballet shoes, recital outfits, hat, crowns, Halloween costumes, etc.)
Working scale for market
Golf balls
Small spiral notebooks for taking orders in pretend café
Play money
Musical instruments
Capital One Partnership
The Children's Museum now has a new program through a partnership with Capital One. The museum gets 1% of purchases (plus a $25 gift after your initial purchase). It's a great way to support the museum.
Vehicle Donation
Have a vehicle you'd like to donate? Give the museum a call at (708) 423-6709 x201 for details.