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Children's Creativity Museum
Category: Arts & Entertainment Museums Museums [Edit]
221 4th St(between Clementina St & Howard St)
San Francisco, CA 94103
Neighborhood: SOMA
(415) 820-3320
- Hours:
Wed-Sun 10 am - 4 pm
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
57 reviews for Children's Creativity Museum
Review Highlights
"I have been to the Zeum so many times I can't remember."
(in 21 reviews)
"The claymation studio is amazing."
(in 11 reviews)
"The animation studio where the clay is is a big hit."
(in 4 reviews)
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57 reviews in English
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Review from J. N.
San Francisco, CA
Updated - 11/4/2011
The Early Birdles workshop on Weds, Thurs, and Friday mornings from 10 - 11 is awesome! My son loved it - the woman who was facilitating it had an amazing singing voice and was so great with my 2 year old son. Highly recommend! Here's some info to check it out: http://creativity.org/...
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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6/18/2008
I love ZEUM and the carousel! Such a great place to take the kids. I feel so fortunate to live in a… Read more »
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Review from Ayall S.
San Francisco, CA
1/16/2012
Great Museum for young kids (preschool).
Also has a small enclosed playground with some very large slides. -
Review from Kiristen R.
San Francisco, CA
1/13/2012 1 Check-in Here
YBCCM is a good place for creative slightly older kids IMO.
My 6 yo nephew had a great time but he was a little apprehensive about trying the more complicated creative activities. He loved making the clay figures and the paper figures but grasping stop-motion and claymation was a bit hard. That type of patience can be hard for a young child - taking 30 still pictures and moving the figures slightly to make a silent movie - not so much for young kids.
My nephew also loved the computer lab because what kid doesn't love computers in 2012 but I wish the programs were easier to use. The attendant had to stop and help us because the programs aren't super user friendly.
The staff were really great. Lots of high school aged kids who seem to love creativity and working with kids. They were very patient, helpful, polite, respectful etc.
I recommend YBCCM for kids older than 6 though. I'd bring extra crayons and markers because the ones provided were a little shabby. There's a playground and a carousel close by for when your tike gets tired of the museum and just wants to run around.
All in all, we had a good time and my nephew enjoyed his time there. -
Review from amelia s.
1/3/2012
The Yerba Buena Gardens is a great spot for kids. In the museum, there are different areas that focus on different activities - such as design, music, etc. I appreciated the activities that were offered, but it seems like children of at least 5 years of age would appreciate it more than little kids.
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Review from Terra S.
San Mateo, CA
7/20/2011
I took my fourth grade students here last year for a field trip, and it turned out to be one of the best field trips I've ever done. My kids did the clay animation class where they worked in teams of 4-5 to bring a story to life.
Before we went there, the kids chose a scene from a book we were reading, wrote a storyboard for it, and created backdrops. At the museum, the kids were given all the clay they wanted to make as many characters as they could. Then each group set up their characters and backdrops at an animation station. They were shown how to work the camera and control the program in order to create a short animated movie. The class was almost 100% student directed, with assistance from the workers as needed.
The only thing that would have made this class better was if the class were a little longer. We felt rushed during both the making of the characters and the shooting of the video. Overall though, the kids had a blast and loved getting to show off their movies to friends and family later.
I'd definitely recommend this place to teachers looking for a new and different kind of field trip opportunity for their kids! -
Review from Jomamma C.
Riverside, CA
6/11/2011
Went here in December during a little family vacation to SF. Two adults two kids ages 11 and 12. We were all very entertained for an afternoon although there were huge crowds, I think due to holiday vacations. We managed but wish we were smart enough to have left about 45 min. Before closing, it was pouring rain and we had to jocky for a cab.
The museum is amazing, well designed and just enough educational yet cool stuff happening. Most everything is interactive and even us adults couldn't help but to try all the exhibits.
Plan to stay at least 3-4 hours, even with pre-teen aged kids. Bring your sanitizer if you are a germ-freak, many little hands touching everything and they didn't have those handy germ removal stations. -
Review from Adrian H.
San Mateo, CA
8/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
A bit disorganized but the playground & the stop-motion animation studio were hard to beat. Too many volunteers seem to be there in order to have good stories to tell on college applications but not really into helping the children. Still, quite worth the trip for toddlers (not recommended for younger than 4 though...)
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Review from Ishak K.
El Cerrito, CA
3/26/2011
Solid children's museum that is fun to pronounce. My boys 4 and 6 are pretty fascinated with computers, so to enhance their creative play with them is very important to me. I don't want game-players, but rather game-designers. We went today with my super-techie-god friend and his 7 yo daughter and 1.5 yo son. The place did not disappoint at all.
This mini-Guggenheim shaped building is really conducive to letting them explore. Really dug the glow-projection exhibit in the center of the round, carousel-type room. (Can't wait for Logan's Run) The staff weren't readily available at some of the stations, but with pocket video, we didn't really need them at all. I think that repeat visits will be warranted because of its great location and the ability to create new, engaging animations.
Now, the 5th star can be awarded with a little more effort in technology adoption...
The QR code treasure hunt is pretty poorly executed I'm afraid. I design alternate reality games and QR campaigns, and I couldn't figure it out. Way too linear, and shouldn't there be WiFi? How bout some location-based surprises. So much confusion regarding the need for an Android app or simply using MMS? This could be so much better. Looking forward to what their artist-in-residence can come up with to update this. I'd also love to see some augmented reality fun as this would be an awesome place to try some 3d camera stuff. Hey, TechShop is just down the street but they have heavy machinery, so it ain't a great spot for 4 year olds. Build it here, and the hordes will come. Jus sayin. -
Review from Leslie G.
Redwood City, CA
1/4/2011
Our family has been here twice and loves this museum. I would give it five stars if it weren't for the crowds and wait time for some of the activities. Be prepared to walk a couple of city blocks from a parking garage.
The clay-mation movie studio, in particular, is well thought out and a great introduction to animated film for kids. Our group of boys from 4 - 7 really got into it. The wait, however, was a bummer. Other highlights include stop-motion animation stations using blocks and figures; "music video" special effects dancing studio; green-screen put-yourself-in-a-movie-backdrop station; digital photography studio. On an uncrowded day, it can't be beat for kids interested in digital arts.
The staff is friendly and helpful. The gift shop is fabulous. And ending the excursion with carousel ride, perfect! -
Review from Adriel H.
Danville, CA
7/22/2010
Only entertaining for younger kids, but that entertainment doesn't last very long. The things there are outdated, especially the karaoke. As a summer school teacher, we took the kids here and they don't know who the backstreet boys or Nsync are. They were born when those bands were hits. They need to update their music for the music videos. The only thing that isn't outdated here is the computer studio where you can photo shop pictures on a Mac.
The Main area right next to the lobby gets boring pretty fast, the only main attraction there for the kids is the green slide where you can film your own video. The animation studio where the clay is is a big hit! Kids loved making their own clay figures. Entertainment lasts at most 2 hours.
The middle used to be a labryinth maze where you can step on it to play, but now they changed it to something else which isnt as fun
Only reason for the two stars is, the animation studio is fun, and the staff are very very friendly and helpful.
Main drawbacks are many things are outdated and lack of prolonged entertainment -
Review from Pam S.
7/22/2010 2 photos
Fun at the Zeum!
This a great educational place for kids. Lots of different interactive activities. Play with your hands and feet. If you want a fun learning experience for the kiddos, check this place out. Admission is decent! It's in the city so parking is hard to find. The girft shop and carousel are right around the corner, the kids will enjoy that as well.Listed in: Kids Entertainment
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Review from Bill S.
Los Altos, CA
11/8/2010
Had a great time with my 6 and almost-4 year-old daughters. Some of the exhibits are definitely geared toward older kids, but they both enjoyed themselves.
Positive aspects:
- Staff were all very friendly and helpful
- A good range of exhibits and play areas to appeal to ages 3+ without too much parental supervision required
- 1/2 price admission with Happy Hollow or other local zoo/museum memberships.
- The immediately surrounding area has some great activities, including the Zeum Carousel, a great playground, and bowling and ice skating.
- Museum gift shop has interesting educational and scientific toys.
Negative aspects:
- Few of the exhibits seem to have been refreshed in the last few years.
- Some of the art computers couldn't be used due to "admin password" dialogs blocking the application.
- Probably wouldn't be exciting after the second or third visit. -
Review from michelle h.
Oakland, CA
7/26/2011 1 Check-in Here
Eh, took my students here for a fieldtrip.
They have group discounts, so make sure to call ahead and book a date. This place used to be so fun for my students, but things have changed.
We still enjoy the computer lab, the place for you to record songs, and the clay animation studio.
I guess they "over used" their supply of clay, did not notify us ahead of time..so when we tried to purchase them they wouldnt let. I spoke with the people upfront, they asked if we had a "stamp" which the group director never informed me about...along with that, they have some rude teenagers working. -
Review from Jay S.
Daly City, CA
8/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
Small, but a great place to do some really fun projects with the kids. Can you believe you can make a music video and bring home a dvd?
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Review from Miika m.
3/18/2009
Z E U M theater
I enjoy going out on dates that are spontaneous, well thought out and involve some aspect of the Fine Arts. An outing to Davies Symphony Hall, a hiking meet-up, art gallery opening: all things that inspire. My most recent dates have been that of the theater outing variety and it has swung me back into the performing arts. I have no excuse as a good friend of mine is a brilliant playwright/director.
This date/visit was prompted during the very rainy spell we experienced in the city about a month ago to catch a performance of Philistines by the A.C.T. Master of Fine Arts Program. The space is large (200-seat), open and high ceilings to allow for elaborate sets to expand above the typical peripheral. As part of the audience, taking in the artistic theme further emphasized how important it is to fully coordinate the theme of the script, the production and the concept behind the design to present a successful play.
The A.C.T. production was intimately jarring and quite explosive with conflicted moments between the family members brought to the cusp of destruction. It was easy to see who was the veteran on this stage: Jack Willis, who as Vassilly, was powerful, poignant and demanding as the strict and restricting father. Leaving the theater charged was inevitable, despite the light showers that had just started.
This ideal space is situated right across the street from the Moscone Center and there are a bunch of eateries and coffee shops within walking distance prior/after catching a show. In addition the theater, Zeum also houses a museum with a hands on approach for children to experience art, multimedia and technology. For the sunny day a ride on the carousel is a must. For a non-profit, an inventive and fun way to expand knowledge for our little ones.
Congratulations, Zeum, on your 10th Anniversary!
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Review from Suzanne B.
San Francisco, CA
6/23/2006
I am not a parent - just an aunt - and lacking that vital daily experience with kids I sometimes find myself at a complete loss as to where to take them for entertainment that will not leave me banging my head against a wall out of sheer boredom.
Take your nieces, nephews, godchildren, friends' little ones and all the rest here. This hands on tech museum is brilliantly set up to appeal to a multitude of age ranges in the same area (so you can keep an eye on the 4-year old and the 11-year old at the same time). Plus, the activities and exhibits are cool enough for adults to have fun with the kids.
One warning - Zeum runs a great scam of selling copies of the various recordings/films that the kids create. Take actual cash to purchase the 30-second snippets of incipient fame.Listed in: Borrowing the Children
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Review from Karin T.
San Francisco, CA
10/13/2005
Excellent place to spend the day with children ages 3 and up. This is the ultimate hands-on art museum. My kids particularly enjoyed making videos of themselves telling stories and singing songs, and I appreciated being able to take these wonderful moments home on DVD for a small fee. The claymation studio is amazing. While the kids played with the clay, I was fascinated to see how claymation films are created.
The Zeum has been such a hit with my kids that I plan to get a family membership the next time we visit. Also, I'm considering holding my son's fifth birthday party at Zeum. -
Review from L B.
Sunnyvale, CA
9/5/2011
It was nice but not comparable to other Children Discovery Museums.
I would give it another star if it wasn't in such a bad location.
Parking is a real problem. Need to consider the price of parking toward the admission fees.
The playground outside needs cleaning, and some upgrades. As a SF native, I'm discussed at how dirty downtown has become. Can't walk more than 5 feet without running into a homeless person sleeping or talking to herself. One even yelled at my daughter when she ran passed her. San Francisco really needs to do something about their homeless problem. Hand sanitizer is very much needed.
Think I'm over reacting? Just walk a couple of blocks to 6th street, and you'd think you are in a 3rd world country. Ever saw a guy drop his trouser and do a # 2? I have, in the middle of Union Square between two parked cars. Ahh..just another sunny (I mean cold and windy) day in old SF. Here's a few tips. Don't walk between parked cars in downtown. It might be short cuts for you, but bathrooms to other. Pay attention to where you step. Don't walk on Market street pass 4th street. Head toward the smaller street #. No wonder, there's an exodus of family with children from SF. Hope Nancy is proud. Anyway, I digress.
I recommend visiting the Exploratorium and the Academy of Science instead if you are in the city. Much better location. Cleaner and safer. If you are not familiar with the city, don't catch Muni, especially after dark. -
Review from aimee j.
San Francisco, CA
2/15/2008
I went to the Zeum Theatre for the first time tonight. I guess my review is "tainted" by the strangely fascinating play I watched there, but I really did like the space a lot and will actively look for opportunities to see another show there.
Okay okay, the reception are where one waits for the theatre doors to open is a little crowded.
The theatre itself is pretty small, and I really liked the fact that the stage is below or at the same level as the seating. It made me feel more a part of the show.
The actual Zeum Museum also looks cool, though it was closed by the time I got there. Next time... -
Review from Arwen O.
San Francisco, CA
4/1/2006
I wish this place had been around when I was a kid...Saul and I go here once a month to teach a Howtoons workshop, and the kids always seem totally jazzed by the whole place, even the too-cool-for-school teenagers whose parents dragged them there.
You can make your own stop-motion claymation DVD, be in film special effects, dress up in fun costumes...not sure what else is there since I don't actually have a kid and we just walked through, but I'm sure it's all amazing. A nice alternative to the Exploratorium for kids who are more interested in art and technology than science. -
Review from Lesley C.
Tarzana, CA
3/28/2010 1 Check-in Here
This is a great place to take kids for the day. They have many activities for kids of all ages. It's a very creative and interactive environment. There is an animation studio where you can make your own clay characters and then film a claymation movie. Loved that area. I recommend making that area your first stop. It takes a while and you don't want to miss it.
We then made a rock n roll kareoke video. There are tons of props and clothes to use if you want. We chose a song from their list and sang and dances while they video taped us and then burned it on a cd for us to keep. Had a blast.
What's great about the area is that you can go and play for a while then head out for lunch and then come back and finish the museum. There iasi much to see and so there that you should plan to be there for a good portion of the day.
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Review from susan c.
San Francisco, CA
3/19/2009
Went here with my 41/2 yo niece, 21/2 nephew and 11 month old baby. The older 2 really enjoyed themselves. My niece made a "commercial" which she was able to burn to a DVD and bring home. They both played dress up, made masks, and clay figures. All of these activities were in a big room. There really wasnt anything for the baby to do, but she did observe and kept quiet so she seemed engaged in the environment.
If your child is a toddler or preschooler/kindergartener, you really need to engage them and help them with the activities since many require sign ups, and figuring out stuff on computer stations. They really didnt have staff helping the kids with the interactive stations. Parent involvement is required.
We didnt go to the theater so I cannot comment on that, but they did have a childrens film festival going on.
Afterwards, we took the kids on the carousel, which they really enjoyed. Overall a good way to spend a couple of hours with little kids in the city.Comment from Joy Wong D. of Children's Creativity Museum 7/20/2009
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Review from Ann L.
11/10/2007
This place is crazy busy cuz kids seems to love it. We couldn't get in right away because there were so many people that the last time to get in was 4pm on Sat 11/10/07 for Yerba Buena Free4All.
If you're a kid you can star in your own show, make paper hats, see how they do animation, play a silly floor game: Metafield Maze, mask making, etc.
Bathrooms available. Zeum cafe outside. Skating, & bowling too.Listed in: Things to do in SF
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Review from Rio Y.
San Francisco, CA
8/23/2007
I'd probably give it five stars if they had opened the main hall. Zeum is adding/renovating the main exhibits, including the green screen where people make mini movies.
The museum is very unique in that it focuses on visual arts...animation, music videos, graphic arts (using photoshop to doc up your own photo), etc. It's all very cool and hands on. My kids loved it. They even have Colorform boards and lego boards glued to the walls so that the kids can continue to have their fun while the parents sit back and relax in between big projects.
It's been an exhausting summer with them home, and me taking a lot of time off to entertain them. At Zeum, they were never bored and the projects are so engaging that even the adults enjoy their time here too. I actually felt like I was getting a mental break, even though they were right in front of me.
For the especially energetic, hit the Steinhardt Aquarium afterwards, which is just a block or two from Zeum. It's small enough to cover in a short amount of time. Just big enough to squeeze all the energy out the kids. You can really knock them out then...hee hee... and get some quiet time in the car on the way home! -
Review from Annie D.
Alameda, CA
4/24/2007
My 5 year old son says "Zeum is fun and cool. Your whole family will like it. 5 stars for Zeum because you can make good stuff and bring it home."
I think his favorite thing was making a music video that intailed standing in front of a green screen with his hands in his pockets, staring terrifed at the camera swaying slightly to 'hay now youre an all star'- smash mouth watch out! Not much of a music video to watch but he told his whole class about how hes the star of a DVD. He also loved the photo shop area, where you can mutilate a photo of yourself. The claymation area was a bit too advanced for a kindergardener, but thats one of the joys of Zeum, there is something great for kids (and care givers) of all ages!Listed in: Bay Area Babies Kids…
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Review from Rich H.
Second Mesa, AZ
3/29/2009
This review is just for the performing arts space in the context of the building.
Sight lines and acoustics good. Hard to get to the space from the Folsom street side, with crappy signage. Overpriced parking fairly close at 5th and Mish garage.
"Lobby" for performing arts space not much more than a piece of hallway straight out of your local high school. Back to architect's school. -
Review from Richard D.
New York, NY
9/5/2008
This place is okay.
Thank goodness we came here 45 min before the place closed.
I was about to give it 2 stars, but the guy in the front told us to come back in 15 min and it would be free! Woot!
Thanks to his honesty, we didn't have to pay cover. I woulda been pissed if we had to cough up 8 bucks a head for stuff that really is geared towards kids. It's really just a children's museum. The claymation studio is cool, and the video stuff is fun too.
Everything else seem pretty simple and not really fun if you aren't a kid. It's just something different to do. -
Review from Joy A.
3/26/2010 1 photo
Zeum is a cool place for kids, but catered more towards the older ones. I brought my kids and a few of their friends to Yerba Buena for some ice skating & bowling one weekend. I thought it would be a nice place to celebrate my youngest's birthday! Unfortunately, both places were closed due to a special private event! Zeum, on the other hand, was right next door and available.
Zeum was comprised of mainly student workers. They were helpful, friendly and explained how the museum worked. They helped plan out our afternoon there, describing each room which had different themes. Each room/ activity worked well to creatively stimulate the kiddos! You can tell their minds are thinking when they are quiet... something UNUSUAL when they are all together. The two activities that stood out were:
(1) MUSIC VIDEO. The kids picked a song from the big karaoke book. Costumes and props were available for the kids to change into. When ready, the kids giggled, danced, and sang their little hearts out. For $5 bucks, we brought home our own DVD copy of their performance. Such great memorabilia!
(2) CLAY & MOVIE ART. There was another room w/ stations of clay and other art supplies. Each person would mold their own clay art, whether it was an animal, person, building, plane, or whatever! My son made a green super hero w/ orange shorts. After the molding fun, it didn't stop there. The next step was to make a movie clip w/ the clay models. There were props such as buildings, bridges, etc. to use in the background... making the movie clip look more "professional". For another $5 bucks, they emailed that movie snippet to you as memorabilia and let us take the clay model home. Nice!!
The kids, most especially my son, was very happy w/ their work. They all had a great time. :) -
Review from Brittany K.
Richmond, CA
5/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
Such a great place to go. It is fun for all ages. My 2 y.o. Loves it my 8 y.o. And 11 y.o. All love this place. There is so much to do here. It's all indoors so great for rainy days!
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Review from Charlotte R.
Campbell, CA
11/23/2010
I took my daughter, 10 and her cousin, 6 there for a few hours and there was plenty of things to keep them occupied. I really liked that they enjoyed these things together and could play even with the age difference. The carousel ride after was a bid hit too.
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Review from Amy K.
San Francisco, CA
2/23/2007
Friendly and with endless activities. I went for the first time recently, taking my bf's kids, and I was worried it would be mobbed because it was a vacation day -- but it was fine! totally cool. we made videos and drew on computers and -- ya know what, it was pretty great.
Not so car-accessible though. Really hard to park -- you have to park at that dumb mall, and getting in there made me want to hurl pitchforks at random strangers. Fortunately a very nice man in a Mercedes (!!) let me cut in front of him so I could join BF and kids before, like, dinnertime.
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Review from LINDA R.
Paradise Valley, AZ
8/31/2009
Kids a bit bored with place. {They could have been pretty tired to begin with.} I don't agree with adults writing a rvw based on their visit and not bringing kids, because this is a CHILDREN's museum. (I was bored to tears, but that's not the point).
2 small levels which didn't really amuse either the 16 nor 8 year old. Was something to pass 1.5 hrs. I think adults should be free, btw. -
Review from Tristan L.
Cupertino, CA
4/19/2010
Cute place. Worth giving a try.
But I think this place is a bit expensive for what it's worth. Especially because adults pay $10 and kid $8... although kid really enjoy the place while adults really only wait for the kids to be done ;-)
Clay; drawing; animation making and video making are what kids can do.
It is a cute plcae, well maintained.
My 9 years old son told me he found the place ok. So as you can see, this is fine to give a try. It may not be as cool as Exploratorium but still... -
Review from Michele H.
San Mateo, CA
12/20/2010
You know you have a problem when the kids tell you that you hog all the interactive games and ask that you let them have a try. For some reason I was mesmerized when they had that interactive floor game. I found myself pulling rank and telling the kids that I wanted to go first and then would say things like "one more try" "that one doesn't count" or "Ok, right after this turn you can go." Now I just checked out their website and saw that they have some sort of DJ thing happening in that space. I guess it's time to take the kids down so they can watch me have some fun!
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Review from Jessica G.
Oakland, CA
1/2/2010
Cool concept but better for older kids, not 3 year olds. For $8 for 3 and over and $10 per adult: There is a tiny slide where they can video record themselves coming down it. There is a small area with soft cubes and crawling tube. And a wall where they can stick legos and stick shapes onto. That's about it. The clay animation is only good for playing with clay but not the animation part, 3 yr olds don't have the patience. Parking not so convenient.
What's REALLY GOOD about this place for a 3 yr old is the carousel outside and the playground! Huge slides. Grassy area for them to run around. Burger joint, Mo's, upstairs is convenient and tasty. -
Review from Angie D.
San Diego, CA
2/15/2011
The museum is just okay. Luckily, it was not crowded because there really isn't that much to do there. My kids spent most of the time in the small dress up area, the animation room and a foam shape area. I think it was a bit over-priced for what they offer. There is a GREAT outdoor play area nearby. My kids spent an additional hour just playing on the big slide, in the sand area and running around.
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Review from don d.
San Francisco, CA
3/20/2008
Want to find out if your kid's got a creative streak? Zeum might do it for you. Remember those posters w/ the smiling kids on them last summer promoting Zeum? My kid was one of those.
It's one part media wonderland -- green screen complete w/ earthquake, flying (falling?) and was that a rock storm? -- and several parts movie making, Karaoke, animation and storytelling.
Claymation? If you can focus, you can make very interesting, very cool stuff.
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Review from Shannon F.
Livermore, CA
4/1/2008
Definitely a great place to bring your kids! I just wish we had gone a little earlier (we got there at 3:30pm but they close at 5pm). The clay animation area was hit with my kids. They have so many cool things to do there and you get to keep whatever you "create". It's perfectly situated in the same area as the Metreon, Yerba Buena Gardens and they have a good size playground outside and that huge carousel. Spend a day with your kids out here, you can't go wrong!
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Review from Becca M.
San Francisco, CA
8/24/2008
zeums alright. my problem is that i took a guy there on a date and we were surrounded by munchkins the entire day.
i know its our fault. its a damn kids museum.
nonetheless the stars i give are for the claymation part of zeum. -
Review from Jakeya C.
Oakland, CA
1/26/2010
I love this place. It seems small, but if you're an intense worker, you could spend the whole afternoon here. The admission is surprisingly low given the materials you have license to consume, and the staff is super friendly (and super cute, but... movin along). We went on a weekday when SF students were still in school so we opened the joint and had mostly free run of it. But even as it got to be more crowded, we still had plenty of space and attention. For more creative children, Zeum is heavenly, though I can imagine that it's not as entertaining for everyone (i.e. for one of my other nieces who is much more of an observer). I went with an 8 year old artist, and I think that age makes for the ripest of creative fruit. I had a blast myself.
