Imagine. Discover. Grow.
Wonder Harbor Children’s Museum is coming soon!
Wonder Harbor is the future children’s museum of Ashtabula County — a place where kids and families can explore, create, and imagine together. With interactive exhibits and hands-on learning, we’re building a destination that inspires growth and discovery. Be part of the journey as we bring this vision to life.
What is Wonder Harbor Children's Museum?
Wonder Harbor Children’s Museum is an exciting new project dedicated to sparking imagination, discovery, and growth for children and families in Ashtabula County and beyond. Designed as a hands-on learning environment, the museum will offer interactive exhibits that combine play, creativity, and STEM exploration. From water play inspired by Lake Erie to imagination-fueled building spaces and toddler-friendly discovery zones, Wonder Harbor will provide a safe, welcoming space where children learn through doing — and families connect through shared experiences.
Our vision is to build more than a museum; we are creating a community hub that celebrates curiosity, highlights local industries, and strengthens family bonds. With rotating exhibits, creative programming, and space for school field trips, Wonder Harbor will be a vibrant destination for both local residents and visitors to Northeast Ohio.
Currently in development, the museum is seeking support from donors, partners, and the community to help transform this vision into reality. With your help, Wonder Harbor will open its doors as a lasting resource that educates, inspires, and brings joy to generations of children. Together, we can make Wonder Harbor a place where imagination takes flight.
Why It Matters
Wonder Harbor isn’t just about play — it’s about shaping futures. Imagination is the foundation of learning, innovation, and problem-solving, yet too often children lack safe, engaging spaces where they can explore their creativity freely. For families in Ashtabula County, especially those with limited resources or access to enrichment opportunities, Wonder Harbor will fill a critical gap by providing a community-centered space that supports education and family bonding in addition to providing an attraction for families visiting from outside of the area. As a world-class museum it will be a premier destination attraction and draw additional visitors to Ashtabula and the downtown area.
Research shows that children learn best through hands-on experiences. By experimenting, pretending, and building, they develop the critical thinking, collaboration, and confidence needed for school and life success. Wonder Harbor’s exhibits will encourage curiosity and persistence while teaching children that asking “What if?” is the first step to discovery.
Beyond individual growth, the museum will also serve as a community anchor. It will celebrate local industries and history, highlight the creativity of our region, and strengthen connections between families, schools, and businesses. By investing in Wonder Harbor, donors and partners are investing in the next generation of leaders, innovators, and dreamers — while also making Ashtabula a more vibrant and attractive place to live, work, and visit.
How Can You Help?
Wonder Harbor is more than a children’s museum — it’s a community movement built on imagination, curiosity, and possibility. Bringing this dream to life will take the support of families, neighbors, businesses, and friends like you. There are many ways to get involved:
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Donate – Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to opening our doors and inspiring thousands of children.
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Sponsor – Local businesses and organizations can make a lasting impact by sponsoring exhibits, programs, or community events.
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Volunteer – From planning and events to hands-on museum support, volunteers will be at the heart of Wonder Harbor’s success.
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Spread the Word – Share our story with friends, family, and coworkers to help us grow our circle of support.
Together, we can create a place where imagination thrives and families grow stronger. Your support makes Wonder Harbor possible.