Shani Bloch
I purchased tickets one week in advance for adults and 3 children to celebrate my two-year-old twins’ birthday, after the website stated that buying tickets ahead of time would help avoid long lines. After finally finding the entrance, we were surprised to learn that there is no separate or expedited line for pre-purchased tickets. We were required to wait in the same regular line, making the advance purchase pointless. The biggest issue, however, was discovering only at the entrance that strollers are not allowed inside the museum. We arrived with a triple stroller, including two-year-old twins and a three-year-old autistic child. It was completely unrealistic and unsafe for us to allow three toddlers to run freely inside the museum without a stroller. We explained our situation calmly and clearly to the staff, but there was zero consideration or flexibility. This rule was presented as a strict condition for entry. When we asked for a refund of $96, the museum refused. We left deeply disappointed. What was supposed to be a joyful birthday outing ended with crying and frustrated children. At the very least, the museum must clearly and prominently state on its website that strollers are not allowed, so families with multiple young children or children with special needs are not misled. This experience showed a complete lack of sensitivity and transparency toward families. Very disappointing.






