Contact: Carol Meagher, Executive Director info@kidzonemuseum.org
February 3, 2025
KidZone Museum Project Approved by Planning Commission
TRUCKEE, CA — The Town of Truckee Planning Commission approved the KidZone Museum Development Permit, officially opening the way for the museum to advance its plans to expand and relocate to the Truckee River Regional Park.
The KidZone Museum Full Steam Ahead Capital Campaign has thus far raised more than $6 million from investments by individuals, corporations and foundations to support the project. A phased approach is planned for construction, which will allow the museum to break ground sooner, avoid escalating costs, and replace the museum’s rapidly deteriorating tent structure.
Phase 1 includes the design and construction of a new 6,500-square-foot children’s museum:
- The Play Floor imaginary play exhibits and custom climbing structure.
- The Saplings area for infants and toddlers.
- The Sunrise Spot for sensory development.
- The STEAM Center for hands-on creativity and problem solving.
- Flex Space for parties, workshops and after-school programs for teens and tweens.
- PLUS — The Great Outdoors, a 9,000-square-foot outdoor area
The Full Steam Ahead Capital Campaign will continue to focus on reaching a $9 million goal for construction of Phase 1.
“We are thrilled to be moving forward with a project so vital to the children and families of the North Lake Tahoe region,” said Carol Meagher, KidZone Museum executive director. “The confidence placed in this project by the town planning commission and by our generous donors further inspires our work and determination to bring this beautiful and creative space to life.”
Phase 2 will include an additional 4,000 square feet for dedicated traveling and permanent hands-on exhibits, a dedicated space for teens and tweens, and the Cafe Teaching Kitchen.
For more information about the campaign, please contact Jen Parker, KidZone Museum philanthropy officer, at (530) 945-5856 or jen@kidzonemuseum.org.
About KidZone Museum:
Founded over 30 years ago, KidZone Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring learning through creative play and discovery. Located in Truckee, Calif., the museum’s fun and open-ended exhibits and programs provide experiences for young children that stimulate learning at a crucial time in their development.
