# NoMa infant activities

> Baby storytimes, tot lots, rec centers, museums, classes, and kid-friendly businesses within a 20-minute drive of NoMa, DC, for ages 0 to 2.

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### [Alethia Tanner Park](https://wknd.app/r/f6ky9h/alethia-tanner-park)

- Where: 227 Harry Thomas Way NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.9106073, -77.0027215)
- Website: https://nomabid.org
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free, play
- About: 2.5-acre Eckington park with an enclosed playground of climbing structures, ropes, slides, and mirrors on a padded surface. No swings, but big lawn and shade for blanket picnics with a crawler.
- Source: https://nomabid.org

### [Anacostia Community Museum](https://wknd.app/r/7dshnv/anacostia-community-museum)

- Where: 1901 Fort Place SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.8565357, -76.9768339)
- Website: https://anacostia.si.edu
- Phone: (202) 633-4844
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, storytime, history
- About: Big Moments, Little Stories pairs Friday storytime with sensory play for ages 18 months to 7. Free; stay after for indoor play.
- Source: https://anacostia.si.edu

### [Anacostia Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/s8vfu2/anacostia-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 1800 Marion Barry Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020 (38.8660175, -76.978544)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 715-7707
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets midweek afternoons (4 pm sessions on the calendar) in Anacostia. Lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Bellevue (William O. Lockridge) Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/epphxk/bellevue-william-o-lockridge-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 115 Atlantic St SW, Washington, DC 20032 (38.8312611, -77.0094236)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: 202-243-1185
- Topics: play, indoor, free
- About: Southwest DC branch hosting Baby Social Hour, a free drop-in hangout for babies and caregivers. Call ahead: the building has had intermittent HVAC closures.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Benning (Dorothy I. Height) Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/tvekvr/benning-dorothy-i-height-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 3935 Benning Rd NE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.894229, -76.947848)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: 202-281-2583
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Ward 7 DCPL branch running Baby Lap Time on Tuesday mornings for pre-walkers: lap bounces, songs, and rhymes. Free 45-minute sessions; about 8 minutes from NoMa.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Brentwood Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/amv6ct/brentwood-recreation-center)

- Where: 2311 14th Street NE, Washington, DC 20018 (38.9210002, -76.9829322)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/brentwood-recreation-center
- Phone: (202) 576-6667
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Ward 5 rec center with a playground, ball fields, and an indoor gym near Rhode Island Ave metro. Free; simple neighborhood play option.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/brentwood-recreation-center

### [British Swim School of North Washington DC](https://wknd.app/r/khxw38/british-swim-school-of-north-washington-dc)

- Where: 1529 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 (38.9108992, -77.035951)
- Website: https://britishswimschool.com
- Phone: (202) 988-3825
- Topics: swim, classes, indoor
- About: Parent-child swim lessons from 3 months (Tadpole) in the heated indoor pool at the EDCJCC on 16th St. Small groups and a gentle, survival-first curriculum. Year-round enrollment, monthly tuition.
- Source: https://britishswimschool.com

### [Capitol View Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/mquhgc/capitol-view-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 5001 Central Ave SE, Washington, DC 20019 (38.8889543, -76.9295591)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 645-0755
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Thursday afternoons at 4 pm east of the river. Lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Chevy Chase Rec Center Playground](https://wknd.app/r/w3xrkt/chevy-chase-rec-center-playground)

- Where: 5500 41st St NW, Washington, DC 20015 (38.9634445, -77.080723)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/chevy-chase-recreation-center
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Fenced, rubber-surface playground next to the Chevy Chase library and rec center, a DC mom favorite. Free. A contained, stroller-easy option for toddlers.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/chevy-chase-recreation-center

### [Church of the Advent Playgroups](https://wknd.app/r/dm4bc3/church-of-the-advent-playgroups)

- Where: 1546 5th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.910937, -77.019246)
- Website: https://adventdc.org
- Phone: 202-629-2244
- Topics: play, indoor, free
- About: Church-run community playgroup Thu/Fri 10am-12pm during the school year: toys, books, push toys, and mats for ages 0-4. Free; caregivers stay and supervise.
- Source: https://adventdc.org

### [Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/n5qxh3/cleveland-park-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 3310 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9338425, -77.0579128)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 282-3080
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Wednesday mornings at 9:30 am and Friday afternoons at 4:30 pm. Lap-sit songs, rhymes, and stories for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Columbia Heights Community Center](https://wknd.app/r/8zqsr7/columbia-heights-community-center)

- Where: 1480 Girard Street NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9252387, -77.0350952)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/columbia-heights-community-center
- Phone: (202) 671-0373
- Topics: indoor, playground, classes, free
- About: Community center hosting DPR Cooperative Play weekday mornings for ages 18 to 29 months (the Caterpillars group), plus a playground and spray park. Free.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/columbia-heights-community-center

### [Creative Grounds DC](https://wknd.app/r/thv32q/creative-grounds-dc)

- Where: 1822 North Capitol St NW, Washington, DC 20002 (38.9042159, -77.0091031)
- Website: https://creativegroundsdc.com
- Phone: 202-730-2979
- Topics: indoor, play, coffee, classes, art
- About: Bloomingdale cafe and art space with a kids corner, children's arts programming, and kids birthday parties. Ethically sourced coffee, pastries, rotating local art; open daily.
- Source: https://creativegroundsdc.com

### [Cultural Kids Playgroup](https://wknd.app/r/w7u3ba/cultural-kids-playgroup)

- Where: 2600 P St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9091593, -77.0549735)
- Website: https://cultural-kids.com
- Phone: (571) 344-1682
- Topics: indoor, play, classes
- About: Bilingual nonprofit playgroup for ages 0-4 in a Georgetown church, weekdays 9am-12pm. Caregivers stay and play; baby yoga, sensory art, and parent chats. Day passes and a free trial day.
- Source: https://cultural-kids.com

### [DPR Cooperative Play Program (Turkey Thicket site)](https://wknd.app/r/7z8gdm/dpr-cooperative-play-program-turkey-thicket-site)

- Where: 1100 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017 (38.9380885, -76.9928164)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations
- Phone: 202-673-7647
- Topics: classes, play, indoor, free
- About: DPR's parent co-op preschool, Mon-Fri 9am-12pm Sep-May for ages 18mo-4yr. Brookland's Turkey Thicket hosts an 18-29mo group; parents take duty days. Register via DPR.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/cooperative-play-locations

### [East City Bookshop](https://wknd.app/r/bv7gr9/east-city-bookshop)

- Where: 645 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8846059, -76.9968406)
- Website: https://eastcitybookshop.com
- Phone: (202) 290-1636
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Woman-owned Capitol Hill indie bookshop hosting free in-store storytimes with children's authors. Cozy kid-friendly space with toys and gifts; roughly 15 minutes from NoMa.
- Source: https://eastcitybookshop.com

### [Friendship (Turtle) Park Playground](https://wknd.app/r/jfmh7y/friendship-turtle-park-playground)

- Where: 4500 Van Ness St NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.9424739, -77.0880665)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/friendship-recreation-center
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Shaded playground near Van Ness built around a beloved turtle sculpture, with toy-stocked play areas for toddlers. Free. Known as one of the most toddler-happy parks in NW.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/friendship-recreation-center

### [Georgetown Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/4xuujz/georgetown-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 3260 R St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9134056, -77.0660197)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 727-0232
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Wednesdays at 10 and 11 am (online registration opens Monday 9 am) and Thursdays at 2 pm. Lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Guy Mason Playground](https://wknd.app/r/694p5m/guy-mason-playground)

- Where: 3600 Calvert St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9221431, -77.0712033)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/playgrounds
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Constellation-themed playground near Glover Park with bucket swings, a playhouse, climbing structures, and a large sandbox. Free. A favorite for toddlers west of Wisconsin Ave.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/playgrounds

### [Harry Thomas Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/8ycbcf/harry-thomas-recreation-center)

- Where: 1743 Lincoln Road NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.9140163, -77.0078632)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/harry-thomas-recreation-center
- Phone: (202) 576-5642
- Topics: outdoor, playground, swim, free
- About: Ward 5 rec center a mile from NoMa with a big playground, an outdoor pool, and DPR learn-to-swim classes including parent/toddler sessions each summer. Free.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/harry-thomas-recreation-center

### [Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden](https://wknd.app/r/97q6r2/hirshhorn-museum-and-sculpture-garden)

- Where: Independence Ave SW & 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8881647, -77.023257)
- Website: https://hirshhorn.si.edu/public-programs/storytime
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, storytime, art
- About: Storytime Studio on Wednesday mornings blends open play, read-alouds, and art-making for kids birth to 6. Free; stroller parking in the lobby.
- Source: https://hirshhorn.si.edu/public-programs/storytime

### [Joseph Cole Community Center](https://wknd.app/r/4yj5zz/joseph-cole-community-center)

- Where: 1299 Neal Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.9041115, -76.9884972)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/joseph-cole-community-center
- Phone: (202) 442-9262
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Trinidad community center with a nature-themed playground and a spray park for summer, plus an indoor gym. Free; just north of the H Street corridor.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/joseph-cole-community-center

### [Juanita E. Thornton/Shepherd Park Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/saeg2h/juanita-e-thornton-shepherd-park-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 7420 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20012 (38.9803487, -77.0270514)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 541-6100
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime at the Thornton branch meets Thursday afternoons at 4 pm. Lap-sit songs, rhymes, and stories for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Kennedy Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/9y5bdn/kennedy-recreation-center)

- Where: 1401 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.909034, -77.0215468)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/kennedy-recreation-center
- Phone: (202) 671-4794
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Shaw rec center with a gated toddler play area for ages 2 to 5 and a splash pad with misting tunnels, beside the bigger-kid playground. Free.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/kennedy-recreation-center

### [Lamond-Riggs/Lillian J. Huff Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/5r9tep/lamond-riggs-lillian-j-huff-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 5401 South Dakota Ave NE, Washington, DC 20011 (38.955076, -76.999666)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: 202-541-6255
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Rebuilt 2022 branch running Baby and Toddler Story Time on Wednesday mornings: picture books, songs, and rhymes for ages 0-2. Free; about 12 minutes from NoMa.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Langdon Park Community Center](https://wknd.app/r/eteuky/langdon-park-community-center)

- Where: 2901 20th Street NE, Washington, DC 20018 (38.9268435, -76.9758109)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/langdonpark
- Phone: (202) 654-6102
- Topics: outdoor, playground, swim, free
- About: Large Ward 5 park with an outdoor pool and playground, home of the Chuck Brown Memorial. Free; quick drive from NoMa via Rhode Island Ave.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/langdonpark

### [Macomb Playground](https://wknd.app/r/2ey9xe/macomb-playground)

- Where: 3409 Macomb St NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.9336977, -77.0669961)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/macomb-recreation-center-00
- Phone: (202) 282-2199
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Fully fenced Cleveland Park playground with a separate toddler area (slides, tunnel, seesaw, bucket swings) plus a summer splash pad. Free. Small parking lot and shaded benches.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/macomb-recreation-center-00

### [Magic Ground](https://wknd.app/r/4brgz9/magic-ground)

- Where: 3100 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 (38.9300058, -77.0329887)
- Website: https://magicground.com
- Phone: (202) 540-0744
- Topics: indoor, play
- About: Castle-themed indoor playground in Columbia Heights with a dedicated toddler cave for tiny climbers. Open Sat-Sun 9am-8pm, weekdays 3-8pm. Hourly or full-day tickets, plus an on-site restaurant.
- Source: https://magicground.com

### [Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library](https://wknd.app/r/ufnd5v/martin-luther-king-jr-memorial-library)

- Where: 901 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8986914, -77.0247662)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 727-0321
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Downtown's central library hosts Baby Laptime in the Children's Amphitheatre on Wednesday afternoons. Lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Miss Amy's Music Makers](https://wknd.app/r/wwhwsz/miss-amys-music-makers)

- Where: 1830 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009 (38.9151334, -77.0460966)
- Website: https://missamysmusicmakers.com
- Phone: (202) 232-2995
- Topics: music, classes, indoor
- About: Music Together provider with mixed-age classes for ages 0-5 at St. Margaret's in Adams Morgan. Free demo classes; seasonal registration. Taught by a professional singer and musician.
- Source: https://missamysmusicmakers.com

### [Mister Mike's Music (Music Together DC)](https://wknd.app/r/qg3kcp/mister-mikes-music-music-together-dc)

- Where: 921 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8830167, -76.9931347)
- Website: https://mistermikesmusic.com
- Phone: (240) 868-6302
- Topics: music, classes, indoor
- About: Music Together classes for babies and toddlers with caregivers at Hill Center on Capitol Hill. Weekly 45-minute sessions of singing, rhythm, and instruments for ages 0-5. Register per session online.
- Source: https://mistermikesmusic.com

### [Mount Pleasant Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/e2ev4q/mount-pleasant-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 3160 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20010 (38.9304902, -77.0372242)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 671-3121
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Thursday afternoons at 1 pm and Friday mornings at 10:30 am. Lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [National Air and Space Museum](https://wknd.app/r/g3weaf/national-air-and-space-museum)

- Where: 650 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8886847, -77.0197731)
- Website: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, storytime, science
- About: One World, One Sky pairs Big Bird and Elmo in a free planetarium show Thu and Sun at 10:30am. Story time runs Thursdays at 11am.
- Source: https://airandspace.si.edu/whats-on/events

### [National Building Museum](https://wknd.app/r/6vubv6/national-building-museum)

- Where: 401 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.8977549, -77.0175512)
- Website: https://nbm.org
- Phone: (202) 272-2448
- Topics: museum, indoor, storytime
- About: The Building Zone is a hands-on construction play space for ages 2-6; Storytime is free on the museum calendar. Paid admission; under 3 free.
- Source: https://nbm.org

### [National Children's Museum](https://wknd.app/r/5rexrz/national-childrens-museum)

- Where: 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.8933288, -77.030034)
- Website: https://nationalchildrensmuseum.org
- Phone: (202) 844-2486
- Topics: museum, indoor, storytime, science, art
- About: Weekly Baby Jam music for ages 0-3 and Tinker Tots play sessions, plus a three-story Dream Machine climber for older sibs. Timed tickets; under 1 free.
- Source: https://nationalchildrensmuseum.org

### [National Gallery of Art](https://wknd.app/r/czqyqp/national-gallery-of-art)

- Where: 6th St NW & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20565 (38.8913116, -77.0199045)
- Website: https://nga.gov
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, art, storytime
- About: First Saturday storytimes pair read-alouds with movement and play for all ages, youngest visitors first. Free; East Building atrium.
- Source: https://nga.gov

### [National Museum of African American History and Culture](https://wknd.app/r/k8782z/national-museum-of-african-american-history-and-culture)

- Where: 1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.891067, -77.032704)
- Website: https://nmaahc.si.edu/about/news/early-childhood-education-initiative-develop-healthy-racial-identity
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, history, art
- About: Cultural Cuddles serves birth to 12 months and Toddling Treasures serves 13 to 35 months with sensory play. Free; timed-entry passes required.
- Source: https://nmaahc.si.edu/about/news/early-childhood-education-initiative-develop-healthy-racial-identity

### [National Museum of American History](https://wknd.app/r/m7xsxg/national-museum-of-american-history)

- Where: 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8912397, -77.0300205)
- Website: https://americanhistory.si.edu/explore/exhibitions/wonderplace
- Phone: (202) 633-3620
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, history, science
- About: Wegmans Wonderplace is built for ages 0 to 6, with a kid-size kitchen, farm stand, and tugboat to climb. Free admission; open Wed to Sun, 10am to 4pm.
- Source: https://americanhistory.si.edu/explore/exhibitions/wonderplace

### [National Museum of Asian Art](https://wknd.app/r/drj8n3/national-museum-of-asian-art)

- Where: 1050 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8881222, -77.0276002)
- Website: https://asia.si.edu/education/family-activities
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, art
- About: Strollers and front-worn carriers are welcome in the galleries, with changing stations in all restrooms. Free; the Freer courtyard is a calm break spot.
- Source: https://asia.si.edu/education/family-activities

### [National Museum of Natural History](https://wknd.app/r/p3gsp9/national-museum-of-natural-history)

- Where: 10th St NW & Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.891245, -77.0259701)
- Website: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/visit
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, science, nature
- About: Free museum where strollers are explicitly permitted, with a family restroom and a dedicated nursing room. Touch live insects in the Insect Zoo.
- Source: https://naturalhistory.si.edu/visit

### [National Museum of the American Indian](https://wknd.app/r/8db2rp/national-museum-of-the-american-indian)

- Where: 4th St SW & Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560 (38.8881831, -77.0166373)
- Website: https://americanindian.si.edu
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, storytime, history
- About: Saturday storytime in the imagiNATIONS Activity Center pairs Native picture books with hands-on play (aimed at ages 2-10). Free admission.
- Source: https://americanindian.si.edu

### [National Portrait Gallery](https://wknd.app/r/erbc7y/national-portrait-gallery)

- Where: 8th St NW & G St NW, Washington, DC 20004 (38.8950982, -77.0363849)
- Website: https://npg.si.edu/blog/explore-national-portrait-gallery
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, art, storytime
- About: Explore! is a hands-on room for ages 18 months to 8 with silhouette tracing, felt boards, and reading nooks. Free; nursing welcome.
- Source: https://npg.si.edu/blog/explore-national-portrait-gallery

### [National Postal Museum](https://wknd.app/r/f4g9t5/national-postal-museum)

- Where: 2 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8980746, -77.0082108)
- Website: https://postalmuseum.si.edu/exhibition/william-h-gross-stamp-gallery-supporting-areas/byrne-education-loft
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, storytime, history
- About: The Byrne Education Loft hosts Story Time and a Play Corner for young children and families. Free; in-person storytime is designed for ages 2-3.
- Source: https://postalmuseum.si.edu/exhibition/william-h-gross-stamp-gallery-supporting-areas/byrne-education-loft

### [Newark Park Playground](https://wknd.app/r/qvjdp8/newark-park-playground)

- Where: 3851 Newark St NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.9360028, -77.0758347)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/dpr/page_content/attachments/3newark.pdf
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Quiet neighborhood playground in Forest Hills with swings and climbing gear suited to little kids. Free. A low-key alternative to busier NW tot lots.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/dpr/page_content/attachments/3newark.pdf

### [Northeast Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/ev3w44/northeast-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 330 7th St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8944277, -76.9964173)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: DCPL branch running Baby Laptime sessions with lap-sit songs, rhymes, and board books. Free; cozy 1932 building near Union Station with a garden space out back.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Northwest One Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/f48m9u/northwest-one-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 155 L St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.9039919, -77.0138624)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: 202-939-5946
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free, play
- About: NoMa's closest DCPL branch, inside the Walker Jones school complex. Runs Baby Lap Time for pre-walkers plus a Toddler Explorations session. Free; under 2 minutes from NoMa.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Noyes Park](https://wknd.app/r/wfkv5x/noyes-park)

- Where: 1000 Franklin St NE, Washington, DC 20017 (38.925666, -76.992269)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/play-dc-noyes-park-playground-renovation
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free, play
- About: Enclosed Brookland-area playground at 10th and Franklin with swings (baby buckets per local parents), a slide, and climbing structures. Flat figure-8 track suits new scooter riders.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/play-dc-noyes-park-playground-renovation

### [Palisades Playground](https://wknd.app/r/vsexxh/palisades-playground)

- Where: 5200 Sherier Pl NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.9244362, -77.1045859)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/spray-parks
- Phone: (202) 545-7201
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Big destination playground at the Palisades Rec Center with a splash park, rolling hill, and nature-themed climbers. Free. Rec center restrooms open weekdays 9-5 and weekends 10-4.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/spray-parks

### [Parklands-Turner Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/9rdg43/parklands-turner-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 1547 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032 (38.8461627, -76.9811257)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: 202-645-4532
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free, music
- About: Small Congress Heights storefront branch with Baby Lap Time, a 30-minute Music and Movement session for little ones, and Family Story Time. Free; about 12 minutes from NoMa.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Petworth Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/4d79ed/petworth-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 4200 Kansas Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011 (38.9421917, -77.0261369)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 243-1188
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Wednesday mornings at 11 am for lap-sit songs, rhymes, and stories. A good midweek option for babies and caregivers in Petworth; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Planet Word](https://wknd.app/r/qfvx7a/planet-word)

- Where: 925 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20005 (38.9022279, -77.0293023)
- Website: https://planetwordmuseum.org
- Phone: (202) 931-3139
- Topics: museum, indoor, free, storytime
- About: The First Words gallery traces babies from babble to first words; Sunday Storytime adds songs and read-alouds (aimed at ages 2-6). Free admission.
- Source: https://planetwordmuseum.org

### [Raymond Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/wjdxs4/raymond-recreation-center)

- Where: 3725 10th Street NW, Washington, DC 20010 (38.9360153, -77.0270882)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/raymond-recreation-center-and-playground
- Phone: (202) 671-2181
- Topics: indoor, playground, classes, free
- About: Petworth-area rec center hosting DPR Cooperative Play weekday mornings for ages 18 to 29 months, with a playground outside. Free.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/raymond-recreation-center-and-playground

### [Reservoir Park Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/ahd6g9/reservoir-park-recreation-center)

- Where: 10 Lower Service Court NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.9230786, -77.0099147)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/reservoir-park-recreation-center
- Phone: (202) 299-2069
- Topics: indoor, swim, outdoor, playground, free
- About: New 2024 Ward 5 rec center on the old McMillan site with a zero-entry indoor pool, learn-to-swim area, two spray parks, and a playground. Free.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/reservoir-park-recreation-center

### [Rose Park Playground](https://wknd.app/r/zdvngv/rose-park-playground)

- Where: 2609 Dumbarton St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9077926, -77.0554106)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/rose-park-recreation-center
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Georgetown playground at 26th and O NW with a recreation center, sports field, and structures for small kids. Free. Pairs well with a Georgetown library visit.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/rose-park-recreation-center

### [Rosedale Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/8zej5v/rosedale-recreation-center)

- Where: 1701 Gales St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8976079, -76.978989)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/rosedale
- Phone: (202) 727-2591
- Topics: outdoor, playground, swim, free, play
- About: DC's first fully inclusive playground with a National Mall theme, musical instruments, slides, and ramps; plus a kiddie pool in summer. Adjacent Rosedale Library branch on site.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/rosedale

### [Sherwood Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/u3kcfg/sherwood-recreation-center)

- Where: 640 10th Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.8986014, -76.9931682)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/sherwood-recreation-center
- Phone: (202) 698-3075
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: H Street corridor rec center whose Mound-themed playground has live musical instruments sized for toddlers, plus several play areas to explore at once. Free.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/sherwood-recreation-center

### [Smithsonian's National Zoo](https://wknd.app/r/h5zdj4/smithsonians-national-zoo)

- Where: 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 (38.9285936, -77.0485378)
- Website: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/education/nature-play
- Phone: (202) 633-1000
- Topics: museum, nature, free
- About: Little Critters: Nature Play is a free drop-in for ages 0-8, Tue/Thu/Sat 9:30am to 1:30pm, with year-round water play. Zoo admission is free.
- Source: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/education/nature-play

### [Solid State Books](https://wknd.app/r/pz9ynq/solid-state-books)

- Where: 600 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.9003889, -76.9967886)
- Website: https://solidstatebooksdc.com
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Independent H Street bookshop with a free recurring Story Time for young children: staff read picture books, sing songs, and run movement activities. Kids section named Best in DC by WaPo Express.
- Source: https://solidstatebooksdc.com

### [Southeast Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/g6htsu/southeast-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 403 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8840475, -76.996523)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 698-3377
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Wednesday mornings at 10 am on Capitol Hill. Lap-sit songs, rhymes, and board books for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Southwest Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/bzejc8/southwest-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 900 Wesley Pl SW, Washington, DC 20024 (38.8786771, -77.0158)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 724-4752
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Thursdays at 1 pm at the Southwest Waterfront branch. Lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Stead Park Playground](https://wknd.app/r/hfr7bv/stead-park-playground)

- Where: 1625 P St NW, Washington, DC 20036 (38.9101358, -77.0377238)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/stead
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Logan Circle playground with a dedicated little-ones area that suits crawlers as well as walkers. Free. A convenient DPR stop close to downtown.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/stead

### [Swampoodle Park](https://wknd.app/r/2g8ack/swampoodle-park)

- Where: 325 L St NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.9035052, -77.00117)
- Website: https://nomabid.org
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free, play
- About: NoMa's first neighborhood park (opened 2018) with a children's Wallholla climbing structure, dog run, and seating. Pocket-sized and stroller friendly, three blocks from NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro.
- Source: https://nomabid.org

### [Takoma Park Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/m9dtkb/takoma-park-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 416 Cedar St NW, Washington, DC 20012 (38.9744396, -77.0201563)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 576-7252
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime meets Thursday afternoons at 1:30 pm with lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies and caregivers. A small, friendly neighborhood branch; free.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/7xehfr/tenley-friendship-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 4450 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016 (38.9476432, -77.0799456)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 727-1488
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime runs weekly for babies and caregivers, with Wednesday sessions on the calendar. Expect lap-sit songs, rhymes, and board books; free, near Tenleytown Metro.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [The Little Gym of Capitol Hill](https://wknd.app/r/mw5q2r/the-little-gym-of-capitol-hill)

- Where: 625 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 (38.8848423, -76.9975669)
- Website: https://thelittlegym.com
- Phone: (202) 798-8323
- Topics: classes, play, indoor
- About: Parent-child gymnastics starting at 4 months at this Capitol Hill gym, with a free intro class. Monthly memberships from $160. Padded equipment and small classes suit early movers.
- Source: https://thelittlegym.com

### [Trinidad Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/ahju7k/trinidad-recreation-center)

- Where: 1310 Childress Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 (38.9064872, -76.982724)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/trinidad
- Phone: (202) 727-1293
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Full-service Trinidad rec center for toddlers to seniors, with a hero-themed playground and a designated toddler area for ages 2 to 5. Free; near NoMa-Gallaudet.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/trinidad

### [Turkey Thicket Recreation Center](https://wknd.app/r/mdjwdf/turkey-thicket-recreation-center)

- Where: 1100 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017 (38.9380885, -76.9928164)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/turkey-thicket-recreation-center
- Phone: (202) 576-9238
- Topics: outdoor, playground, swim, play, free
- About: Brookland rec center with an indoor toddler room, children's pool, spray park, and playground with baby bucket swings per local parents. Free for DC residents; big parking lot.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/turkey-thicket-recreation-center

### [Volta Park Playground](https://wknd.app/r/bt55c5/volta-park-playground)

- Where: 1555 34th St NW, Washington, DC 20007 (38.9101, -77.0669112)
- Website: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/volta-park-recreation-center
- Phone: (202) 645-5668
- Topics: outdoor, playground, free
- About: Two separate playgrounds in a historic Georgetown park, with a sandbox and varied equipment for younger kids. Free summer concerts and a seasonal outdoor pool round it out.
- Source: https://dpr.dc.gov/page/volta-park-recreation-center

### [Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/64pkg6/watha-t-daniel-shaw-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 1630 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 (38.9123783, -77.0225896)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 727-1288
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime at the Shaw branch meets Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am. Lap-sit songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver; free, near Shaw-Howard U Metro.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [West End Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/ja6m9f/west-end-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 2301 L St NW, Washington, DC 20037 (38.9039046, -77.0509621)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Phone: (202) 724-8707
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: Baby Laptime has run at the West End branch as a 45-minute lap-sit session of songs and rhymes for babies with a caregiver. Free; check DCPL's calendar for current dates.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org

### [Woodridge Neighborhood Library](https://wknd.app/r/musda2/woodridge-neighborhood-library)

- Where: 1801 Hamlin St NE, Washington, DC 20018 (38.9274696, -76.9786438)
- Website: https://dclibrary.org
- Topics: storytime, books, indoor, free
- About: DCPL branch with a posted Baby Lap Time session (Mon Nov 2, 11:00-11:45am) of songs and rhymes for infants. Free; check the DCPL calendar before going since sessions are sparse here.
- Source: https://dclibrary.org