A.C. Gilbert invented the Erector Set years ago. This small kids' science exploration museum near Front Street in Salem is a tribute to his science curiosity. Comprised of two houses and a playground, the center provides in every room hands-on science projects: bee colonies, a bubble room, a play structure that resembles a human cell. A large outside maze structure... More

A.C. Gilbert's village is full of fun scientific discoveries and cool play structures and slides. My elementary-age kids love it. Fun for pre-schoolers too! It's near the Salem river-front carousel, and the walking bridge over the Willamette River. Lots to do in a day!

This is a great place to go. My son can typically be here for about two hours and 90% of it is outside. The rooms get WAY overcrowded and will only hold their attention for a few minutes. Neat idea, experience inside falls short. But outside is is great!!!! The. Again you can walk down the water front and have... More

This was a fun family day for all kids in our family from 15 year olds to 10 years olds all were begging to go.

We are new to the area. When it rains here we pile in the car and go here. The kids scramble to their favorite corners and adults learn always something new. Full value entertainment, good clean fun.

This is a great place to take the Family for some fun. there is lots to do for the children and adults together. so if your looking for some family bonding that the whole family will enjoy come here.

Great place for children of ALL ages. lots of indoor and outdoor activities. Can be overstimulating for some. Wonderful play structure on nice days.

This is an amazing venue to take young children for a fun, interactive experience. After the museum, stroll the river front park or walk accross the converted Rail Road Bridge to Wallace Marine Park. This is one of our favorite parks in Salem.

My 7 year old granddaughter enjoyed every area! Her daddy played a game of chess with her and enjoyed a chase through the maze. She tried on some fun costumes and made large bubbles to burst. Next time we will be sure to visit the carousel nearby.