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  Erie is the fourth-largest city in Pennsylvania. Situated on Lake Erie, there are several art programs and museums that provide classes for toddlers in this area. Toddlers are children in the age range of 1 to almost 4 years old. According to the website India Parenting.com, exposure to art early in a child's life helps him develop crucial motor skills and a sense of creativity.
  
  

Erie Art Museum

• The Erie Art Museum has a program called First Fridays, which meets from 10 to11 a.m. the first Friday of every month. It's a special program for 3- to 6-year-old children and their families. Museum staff lead adults and kids through one of the exhibits using stories, songs and art. Cost is $5 per child and free to those with museum memberships.
  
  Erie Art Museum
  
  411 State Street
  
  Erie, PA 16501
  
  814-459-5477
  
  erieartmuseum.org
  
  

expERIEnce Children's Museum

• Every Thursday at 10:30 a.m., the expERIEnce Children's Museum hosts a toddler story time where parents and kids enjoy a story followed by a hands-on art craft. Each week features a different theme. Story time is included with the museum admission of $5 per person. Admission is free to museum members and children 1 year old and younger.
  
  expERIEnce Children's Museum
  
  420 French Street
  
  Erie, PA 16507
  
  814-453-3743
  
  eriechildrensmuseum.org
  
  

Neighborhood Art House

• The Sisters of St. Benedict have many classes for young children including painting and crafts as well as literary and performing arts. The Art House is located in downtown Erie. Contact the Art House directly for current offerings.
  
  Inner-City Neighborhood Art House
  
  201 East Tenth Street
  
  Erie, PA 16503
  
  814-455-5508
  
  eriebenedictines.org