Creating Joyful and Meaningful Interactions Through Play
We are a world of indoor and outdoor fun that is always free to visit. Our one-of-a-kind historic Playhouse offers three floors of interactive play. Our 6 1/2 acre Playground has multiple zones for climbing, swinging, spinning and exploring as well as our famous Ann Newman Giant Wooden Slide—a Philadelphia tradition.
Hours & Location
Visiting Hours
APRIL - SEPTEMBER
Tues - Fri: 10 am - 6 pm
Sat - Sun: 10 am - 7 pm
OCTOBER - MARCH
Tues - Fri: 10 am - 5 pm
Sat - Sun: 10 am - 5 pm
Please Note: Smith Memorial Playground is always closed on Mondays.
We also occasionally close for private events or maintenance. To avoid any inconvenience, we recommend checking our website or social media before your visit for the most up-to-date hours and announcements.
Smith Through the Years
Celebrate more than a century of play with Smith’s beautifully illustrated book, Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse: A Legacy of Play. This publication shares the rich history of Smith, from the founding of the playground in 1899 to the generations of families who have created memories here for more than 125 years.
Filled with historic photographs, stories, and reflections on the importance of play, the book offers a fascinating look at how Smith has evolved while remaining true to its mission of providing free play opportunities for children and families.
Books can be purchased during your next visit or online!
Pattern Puzzle Play
Step into Pattern Puzzle Play, Smith’s newest Play-Stallation where children can explore the fun and creativity of patterns through hands-on activities. Match detailed patterns with animals and insects, design your own creations on a giant pool noodle pegboard, and experiment with color patterns using pom-poms, beads, sounds, and movement. Challenge a friend to a game of checkers on our giant checkerboard, try on costumes from around the world with unique patterns, or create your own quilt using colorful paper squares.
There are so many ways to play, explore, and create in this engaging new exhibit.
Pattern Puzzle Play is now open!
Come discover the patterns all around us on the first floor of the Playhouse, located in the Bodek Den.
Play-Stallations are made possible by generous support from Vanguard Strong Start for Kids program.
Wonderspring Summer Camp
Now enrolling: Wonderspring Preschool at Smith Memorial Playground is now enrolling for their Summer Camp. Camp is for preschoolers ages 3-5 - space is limited!
To learn more, call
267-876-3800, or email cspencer@wonderspring.org.
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