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Best Children's museums in United States
Top Rated Children's museums
Lizards For Kids And More
The Wizard of OZ Museum
EcoVivarium
Haverhill Firefighting Museum
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Discovery Center Museum
Oakland Nature Preserve
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Riverfront Museum Park
Discovery Center Museum
Top Reviewed Children's museums
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
George Washington's Mount Vernon
San Antonio Aquarium
Crayola Experience
OMSI
OMSI
Cincinnati Museum Center
Crayola Experience
Crayola Experience Orlando
Rose Hill Manor Park & Museums
Maryland Science Center
Kidspace Children's Museum
Creative Discovery Museum
Discovery Center Museum
Exploration Place
Flint Hills Discovery Center
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Oakland Nature Preserve
MOSH (Museum Of Science & History)
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Exploreum Science Center & Poarch Band of Creek Indians Digital Dome Theater
Reviews
Great day trip for the grand kids! There's a lot to do, and it's a full day's trip. And it wasn't overweight expensive. The food was affordable & geared towards kids. The Halloween theme delighted my granddaughter. There was an app physical activity that they were ready for a nap. When we got home, YAY Grandma!!!
LOVED THIS MUSEUM
It is the best children museum I have ever been to.
The outdoor area with all the sports experience was out of the world. We enjoyed golf, basketball, baseball, tennis, soccer, football, racing... it was amazing.
The indoor area had so many interesting exhibits, including minecraft and pop art.
We went when the museum opened. We left when the museum closed.
It is the best children museum I have ever been to.
The outdoor area with all the sports experience was out of the world. We enjoyed golf, basketball, baseball, tennis, soccer, football, racing... it was amazing.
The indoor area had so many interesting exhibits, including minecraft and pop art.
We went when the museum opened. We left when the museum closed.
One of my new favorite children's musuem. So much to see and do, could spend all day there. We rushed through and still didn't get to see everything after a few hours there. Everything was interactive and meant for kids which was nice compared to other museums.
We love coming here and visit regularly. We have 4 kids ranging from 2 to 16 and they all love it.
It's the perfect environment for them all to explore and learn and I feel safe letting the older kids explore a little on their own.
Their outdoor area is amazing and I love that they regularly have new exhibits and events.
It's the perfect environment for them all to explore and learn and I feel safe letting the older kids explore a little on their own.
Their outdoor area is amazing and I love that they regularly have new exhibits and events.
Fall Break fun at the Children's Museum! We go to the haunted house every year and always enjoy it! The museum didn't disappoint either. Lots of fun things to see and learn about. Buy your tickets in advance to avoid long wait lines into the museum.
I love this Museum! It is a great place where families can go and explore and learn about so many things relating to science, among other things! I like to think of it like a mini museum of science and industry but for the Rockford area and geared towards children and families. So much to see and explore, so many fun exhibits, and opportunities to do other fun nights/activities they offer above and beyond the Museum itself! Hope you visit and enjoy this gem in our community ✨
This place is wonderful for children. Great to spend the whole day outside with your kids. Different places to play. The whole place is clean and tidy. However not much shaded place outside.
I love it. Have tons of both outdoor and indoor activities to keep kids off the screen.
One of my kids grew into appropriate age to visit this place and I was excited. Summer was pretty hot, kids pretty bored so we headed out there. Well, we had a good time! Started with ant maze and explored enitr museum top to bottom. Recommended place to take your kids 3-7
One of my kids grew into appropriate age to visit this place and I was excited. Summer was pretty hot, kids pretty bored so we headed out there. Well, we had a good time! Started with ant maze and explored enitr museum top to bottom. Recommended place to take your kids 3-7
It’s just ok. Doesn’t seem like the staff cares and are basically in hiding. Exhibits seem unkept and unorganized. Your typical woke race based exhibits also exist, I will say they have a warning on the door of the “Lynching” exhibit but, selecting charged up history topics seems base. Loads of dilapidated buildings and homeless in the area as well. I would recommend passing on this museum.
The best children's museum! The area around the museum is not the best. But the museum itself is absolutely amazing! My favorite thing is they are constantly changing exhibits, so if you go once a year will be something new for your kids to see/do. The exhibits that stay constant are fun to revisit multiple times! The best deal is to become a member. The membership pays for itself within a few visits. They have a few days a month when it's really cheap to get in, but those days are ridiculously crazy. Always go in the morning, it's the least busy then, especially during the week. Food is pretty expensive, so I always pack our lunch and bring snacks and water bottles.
Kids Space in Pasadena is an absolute gem for families! We recently visited with our children, and it was an unforgettable experience. The variety of interactive exhibits and activities kept our kids entertained and engaged for hours on end.
The facility is well-maintained, and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. We especially loved the outdoor play area, which is perfect for burning off some energy. It's a great place to foster creativity and curiosity in children.
While we did notice that it can get quite warm on sunny days, we didn't let that dampen our spirits. We came prepared with sunscreen, hats, and plenty of water, and it was smooth sailing from there. It's a small trade-off for all the enjoyment Kids Space offers.
In summary, we can't recommend Kids Space in Pasadena highly enough. It's a fantastic destination for families, and we'll definitely be visiting again soon!
The facility is well-maintained, and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. We especially loved the outdoor play area, which is perfect for burning off some energy. It's a great place to foster creativity and curiosity in children.
While we did notice that it can get quite warm on sunny days, we didn't let that dampen our spirits. We came prepared with sunscreen, hats, and plenty of water, and it was smooth sailing from there. It's a small trade-off for all the enjoyment Kids Space offers.
In summary, we can't recommend Kids Space in Pasadena highly enough. It's a fantastic destination for families, and we'll definitely be visiting again soon!
What an INCREDIBLE museum! The price tag, not knowing, really is a gut punch, but it is well worth it! Bring a sack lunch if you can- eating in their food court is SO expensive for so little!
The museum itself is GIGANTIC and completely full of interactive activities in a huge variety! There is something for everyone. I took my 3, 6 and 8 year olds and they all found something fun to do in every area we went to. We were there for four hours and didn't even see everything in the main building. We got through 2.5 floors and wished we could have stayed longer!
Overall, if we are ever back in Indy we will come back!
The museum itself is GIGANTIC and completely full of interactive activities in a huge variety! There is something for everyone. I took my 3, 6 and 8 year olds and they all found something fun to do in every area we went to. We were there for four hours and didn't even see everything in the main building. We got through 2.5 floors and wished we could have stayed longer!
Overall, if we are ever back in Indy we will come back!
I would recommend this place to anyone with kids. My 3 year old grandson and 10 year old granddaughter had a blast. Only downside was my grandson pitched a fit not wanting to leave... Lol
Amazing place! Something for everyone, from dinosaurs to Chihuly glass and outdoor sports, to rock climbing walls. Children's meals are generous and priced under $8. Guests may bring their own food and store it in a locker. There is plenty of Stroller Parking. The staff are knowledgeable and easy to interact with. Oh! And the parking is free! Come early, and stay till close, and you might see most of it!
I take my son here often. The museum is very fun and interactive with so many different exhibits, there's no way you can go there and not find something interesting. One thing I have noticed is how exceptionally clean it is. Thousands of children go through the place and out of all the times I've been, I have never seen a piece of trash on the ground, not even a wrapper. It has plenty of open spaces that are easy to navigate, but there are a few spots that can be a little cramped such as the mirror maze and Egypt exhibit. The dinosphere is one of the best dinosaur exhibits I have seen and though it's small compared to some, they have many specimens and utilize the space very well. They even have a lab that you can look into and see paleontologists at work. The staff are always friendly and they change exhibits regularly so there is always something new to see. I highly recommend it and know that anyone who visits will not be disappointed.
Make a rainy day great! On rainy weekends when my 3 boys NEED to get put of the house, the Maryland Science Center is a great opportunity to get my kids stimulated in a STEM environment. Hands on demonstrations and experiments help keep it fresh.
One thing that was odd: in the men's 1st floor bathroom, there were three sinks, but only 1 soap dispenser. Between the grubby children and their parents, having only 1 soap dispenser creates a bottleneck in the worst place possible.
One thing that was odd: in the men's 1st floor bathroom, there were three sinks, but only 1 soap dispenser. Between the grubby children and their parents, having only 1 soap dispenser creates a bottleneck in the worst place possible.
Great place. So much room to walk and let dog on leash of course have a good snifari. Tennis courts and just a nice relaxing place.
We had a wonderful experience for Sensory Sensitivity Family Night this week. My daughter's thoroughly enjoyed the visit and learned a lot while making new friends. I appreciate the museum inviting us as my oldest daughter has sensory delays and sensitivity.
No, not engaging, or entertaining for kids. Dropped $60 for me and my kids, and drove almost 2 hours. Exhibits are sparse, look dated, many are just empty. It's like a kids museum, made by a bunch of old people, who forgot who they were making it for.
Fun for kids under 8. It's gone downhill over the years, but it's still a good place to play for a couple of hours when it's too hot to be outside. They repainted Clifford, I guess they lost the rights. Summit's eyes haunt my dreams. Won't be renewing our membership this time around.
Out of town visitor on a day trip to Wichita.
Came in during the afternoon once the heat got too much to stand. Really enjoyed all the interactive exhibits for the kids and the adults. The castle was awesome for the kids to run around and learn how life was during medieval places. The exhibits on aviation was really cool and there was something for both kids and adults. My daughter and I enjoyed flying the business jet to various cities.
Highly recommend this place if you are a local or visiting. We spent only 2 hours there because we got mid afternoon and they were closing. Could have spent more time there if it was possible.
Came in during the afternoon once the heat got too much to stand. Really enjoyed all the interactive exhibits for the kids and the adults. The castle was awesome for the kids to run around and learn how life was during medieval places. The exhibits on aviation was really cool and there was something for both kids and adults. My daughter and I enjoyed flying the business jet to various cities.
Highly recommend this place if you are a local or visiting. We spent only 2 hours there because we got mid afternoon and they were closing. Could have spent more time there if it was possible.
We had a blast at the Exploreum. It is a fantastic place to bring the family. There is a ton of activities for the kids, interactive exhibits, and entertainment for all ages. The staff was wonderful.
This was so much fun! The outdoor play area is huge, and both floors have so many activities! This was also great for my older son. He has aged out of so many children's museums, but he loved this one!
I'm delighted to share my experience at the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Not only did my kids thoroughly enjoy their visit, but I also found the changing exhibits to be a refreshing aspect of the center. The interactive displays captivated their attention, providing an immersive learning experience that was both educational and enjoyable. The variety of exhibits ensured that every visit felt unique, and the center's commitment to showcasing the dynamic nature of the Flint Hills region was truly impressive. It's a place where my family's love for learning and exploration continues to thrive.
We enjoy all the fun interactive ways to learn and play here. It brings out the kid in you and it provides new learning experiences for the whole family, for anyone regardless of your age.
Great museum. Very large. Great for social distancing. The kids dedicated area is nice but a little dated. The dinosaur 🦕 area is great. And lots of interactive places for the kids to experiment, learn, touch & feel. Going around 1030 was nice - not that many people in the museum—it felt like we had it for ourselves. And if you’re a member at other like museums from your state, use the reciprocity - helped us get in for free.
I’m not much into Museums but I can tell this one is a bit pricey. You even have to pay more for the shows. Free parking tho.
There no much to see for little ones.
Dinosaurs exhibit not bad but my 3 years old kid got scared there, I think it’s for 4+. We enjoyed colouring the dinosaurs with our names and then see them in the screen.
The owl didn’t look happy in that small cage.
Place won’t take long time to cover and it’s good to see for one time only.
There no much to see for little ones.
Dinosaurs exhibit not bad but my 3 years old kid got scared there, I think it’s for 4+. We enjoyed colouring the dinosaurs with our names and then see them in the screen.
The owl didn’t look happy in that small cage.
Place won’t take long time to cover and it’s good to see for one time only.
This was our first time here. My wife and our son enjoyed it very much. We will be back. Everyone here is super sweet and accommodating with my service dog and I. I'm really impressed with how massive the exhibits are. This is a beautiful place with many great opportunities to be explored.
Really enjoyed our visit here. I had two kids with me eight and three. There was so much stuff for both of them to do. They accepted our pass from our children's museum back home which was even more awesome. There was a lot to see and do for many ages. We came on a Friday afternoon and it wasn't that busy which was nice. The staff was all helpful and super nice. Some parents couldn't clean up after their kids but thats not the museums fault.
This park is well maintained. The Children's Museum is both educational and fun. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly.
Next to the Pasadena Rose bowl is a nice place for your kids to burn some energy. Overall there are lot of things kids can do here and parents can come sit and relax and enjoy the California weather. They have a snack shop and activities that the staff present.
My kids and I love this place. So much to do and such a cool little set up! We could go back several times and not feel bored of it. I took my niece and my daughter here one day and they loved getting to work on so many different projects and play pretend in the super market or doctors office. It was a fun day. The food was not bad here either.
Every time I visit here with my son it's like I'm revisiting again when I was a child and it brings me back happy memories. This place is so much fun and how big it is and all the different zones you could visit especially the dinosaur dig is my son's favorite zone. You definitely get more bang for your buck here especially when you're trying to teach your kids educational things. This place is for everyone!
Really nice natural trails and park. There is a great mix of both dirt and boardwalk trails. The beautiful boardwalk path leads to a nice lakeside dock at Lake Apopka. The views are spectacular! Very cool and informative exhibit center/museum. Everything is free! Can’t beat that! As with any other nature trail in Florida, be prepared in advance for biting insects - mosquitoes, horseflies, ticks, etc! Do not wear perfume.
Folks who don’t like snakes: be warned you may encounter snakes. I have twice, and one was a coral snake (check out the pics).
At the Lake Apopka section of the boardwalk, look carefully along the sides just before the dock - small, young adult gators and turtles like to hang close to the sides. Very large gators will also hang in the lake no too far from the dock.
Folks who don’t like snakes: be warned you may encounter snakes. I have twice, and one was a coral snake (check out the pics).
At the Lake Apopka section of the boardwalk, look carefully along the sides just before the dock - small, young adult gators and turtles like to hang close to the sides. Very large gators will also hang in the lake no too far from the dock.
I love Science Centers like this and always visit them, from FL, WI, and now MD! The Science Center is big, really big, three to four stories big if I recall correctly, spacious enough for anyone and very clean with a pleasant atmosphere to boot! Exhibits are varied in a good way and both interactive based AND look and see based, with my personal favorites being the dinosaur ones and extensive space Exhibit! Staff was good, not the best but not the worse and the ones based around the Exhibits and gift shop were really nice! My only complaints are the price was steep and parking SUCKS AND DEMANDS BEING PAID FOR, but aside from that? Like all others I've been too the Maryland Science Center was really fun and worth going to!
Images are of the outside and inside of the building, various Exhibits, gift shop, and Souvenir I got!
Images are of the outside and inside of the building, various Exhibits, gift shop, and Souvenir I got!
The Science center is really a fun place. Go solo or with the family, but lots to do here. In my opinion, it wasn't too crowded. First thing, get that parking ticket validated!
Wish there were more security or employees around. A child basically took the ball of the hovering ball exhibit and started to play with it away from the exhibit. Otherwise, most people took turns, shared, and very respectful to the other patrons.
Learned a lot and had fun with the family. Will definitely be back.
Wish there were more security or employees around. A child basically took the ball of the hovering ball exhibit and started to play with it away from the exhibit. Otherwise, most people took turns, shared, and very respectful to the other patrons.
Learned a lot and had fun with the family. Will definitely be back.
When visiting I’m the summer: bring lots and lots of water, snacks and a swim suit for the kids. The indoor play/learning area is not well cooled, and there is very little space for adults to sit while the children play.
My child loves to play pretend and loved all the places to go and hide or explore as part of her games. The crafting area was really cool, too. The materials are open and available for anything the children want to create without limits or prescribed art assignments.
My child loves to play pretend and loved all the places to go and hide or explore as part of her games. The crafting area was really cool, too. The materials are open and available for anything the children want to create without limits or prescribed art assignments.
This place is very nice! A lot of walking, so make sure you have on comfortable shoes. I love their different exhibits; the kid history and Greece were my favorites. I appreciate all of the hand sanitizing wipes and liquids that they have placed around the museum.
The outdoor sports center was FUNNNN! My boys loved being able to play all the sports. Make sure your kids are wearing closed toe shoes.
The place was spotless, even the cafeteria and bathrooms. I appreciated the free parking.
The only con is that the food place closes pretty early, so if you plan to eat there, arrive before 2:30.
If you are visiting from out of town and plan to go to the zoo and children’s museum, purchase the Indy Pass to save. You can visit both within 24 hours if you purchase the day pass. We arrived at the CM at 11:30 am, then made sure we arrived at the zoo by 10/30-11 am the next day.
The outdoor sports center was FUNNNN! My boys loved being able to play all the sports. Make sure your kids are wearing closed toe shoes.
The place was spotless, even the cafeteria and bathrooms. I appreciated the free parking.
The only con is that the food place closes pretty early, so if you plan to eat there, arrive before 2:30.
If you are visiting from out of town and plan to go to the zoo and children’s museum, purchase the Indy Pass to save. You can visit both within 24 hours if you purchase the day pass. We arrived at the CM at 11:30 am, then made sure we arrived at the zoo by 10/30-11 am the next day.
Great spot to take your family when visiting downtown Chattanooga. Plenty to see and do for your children and allow their creative juices to flow. Elevators available. Fun times.
First of all, Baltimore City teachers should know that they can get in absolutely free with their teacher IDs. It’s an amazing perk.
I cannot say enough good things about the Science Center. It has something for kids as young as maybe 2 all the way up to their teen years. Almost every single thing is meant to be hands-on, and the breadth of exhibits spread over three stories is so wide you can’t easily take it all in in a day. We have been twice already and there are still things we haven’t done and seen.
It is wheelchair and stroller accessible, with multiple elevators spaced around the building, and the exhibit spaces are so spacious we never felt cramped even with our long two-seat stroller.
There are also several clean public bathrooms, a cafe and a gift shop.
I cannot recommend this place enough! It’s right up there with the aquarium as a no brainer visit for families with kids.
I cannot say enough good things about the Science Center. It has something for kids as young as maybe 2 all the way up to their teen years. Almost every single thing is meant to be hands-on, and the breadth of exhibits spread over three stories is so wide you can’t easily take it all in in a day. We have been twice already and there are still things we haven’t done and seen.
It is wheelchair and stroller accessible, with multiple elevators spaced around the building, and the exhibit spaces are so spacious we never felt cramped even with our long two-seat stroller.
There are also several clean public bathrooms, a cafe and a gift shop.
I cannot recommend this place enough! It’s right up there with the aquarium as a no brainer visit for families with kids.
Absolutely loved this place. My daughter wife and I went here on a Sunday and it was a blast. I'm a big history buff so learning about the flint hills and the economic and social history of it was really cool. They also had a native American section with models of their shelters that they used over time. The kids play area was fun for my daughter and the space limited exhibit was also really fun for us being able to make paper air planes and rockets. The gift shop also had a wide selection of things relatively priced. Overall a great family place.
This place is better than Disneyland and so much more affordable and where kids really do go have fun and make forever memories. The staff is great and friendly and helpful. There is so much to do there. My granddaughters 2 & 3 never were bored or asked to go home. Great time can’t wait to go again!
This is one of the best nature preserves in Central Florida. There are nice walking paths where you can see different birds and gopher tortoises as well as a boardwalk down to Lake Apopka. They have special events throughout the year, including seeing fireflies at night. The trails and the boardwalk are easily accessible. Be sure to look for alligators, snakes, skinks, and more as you walk along the boardwalk.
Awesome place 4.5 stars really. If the property was just a little bigger I give it a 5. Mostly outdoors with 1 indoor activity building. Lots of place to sit and relax outside to eat snacks. Kids 2-10 years old will love it. Place to play in a stream, dress up, pretend camp, science stuff. Food is about $12 for small sandwiches
This was another fun weekend trip destination for my family and I. If you go, plan to be there all day. Lots of exhibits to explore and activities to interact with. Little bit of something for everyone. Bit of a tip, though: your tickets can be scanned multiple times. I suggest leaving to eat and then returning. We paid 50$ just for a burger and chicken strip basket. Other than that, fantastic experience.
We went using the Summer App for Kansas. It allows you to do whatever activities you would like but limited to 2 per person. But that will typically be all you have time for. We love the Dome movies, they are tremendous. We also saw the magic show. I love that the display changes and really enjoyed the Circus display. It was so much information and things to do. I really like that everything is child-friendly including a snack area that is reasonable.
Love this museum fun stuff for kids as well. Wish there was a bit more at this location for the adults. The auditorium is pretty cool. Had a few good videos about space. I especially liked the cowboy sections. Some interesting items I'm there
A beautiful home and grounds very paint worthy if you are an artist. The interior of the home is beautiful and is accessible to all who enter the staff was very nice and accommodating.
Excellent time for age 2-6 year old kids and adults!
Castle room was fun for all, spent 20-30 minutes roaming and learning. Health and aviation rooms were entertaining and educational. Kansas and KEVA rooms were so much fun to experience and play with water, wind and block building. Enjoyed Dome show about Kansas. Thanks to Sunflower Summer app for admission!! Want to go again - and stay longer.
Castle room was fun for all, spent 20-30 minutes roaming and learning. Health and aviation rooms were entertaining and educational. Kansas and KEVA rooms were so much fun to experience and play with water, wind and block building. Enjoyed Dome show about Kansas. Thanks to Sunflower Summer app for admission!! Want to go again - and stay longer.
Great place to learn some local history and have fun with the kids. Lots of shaded areas and park like seating as well as picnic tables. Limited hours for tours offered throughout the week.
My daughter came here for a play date with her friend from school.
We saw the Lazer show. It cost an additional amount to go to the Lazer show and was not that exciting. Would skip it if I ever go back.
Exhibits were kinda boring in comparison to other science museums we have been to.
Overall, I was a bit disappointed in MOSH. Yet, when I remind myself this is Jacksonville, Florida, and not NYC Amsterdam or Paris so I just knocked one star off.
We saw the Lazer show. It cost an additional amount to go to the Lazer show and was not that exciting. Would skip it if I ever go back.
Exhibits were kinda boring in comparison to other science museums we have been to.
Overall, I was a bit disappointed in MOSH. Yet, when I remind myself this is Jacksonville, Florida, and not NYC Amsterdam or Paris so I just knocked one star off.
Amazing place! Great for both children and adults. Lots to learn and see. The dinosaur exhibits were my favorite. I'd recommend stopping here if you're in the area.
Good place for kids. There is a lot to do for kids but I think it is still very small. Best was Nobel planetarium and Texas cattle. Rest was just ok.
So many things for kids of all ages to do. The kids did not have enough time to do everything. The adults had a great time too. This is a great attraction for Wichita. It was less crowded the first two hours they were open. Would recommend showing up right when they open.
I had a nice experience visiting the MOSH museum. It was entertaining to an extent the only down part would be the third floor didn’t have anything compared to the other floors. Would come again and to see the planetarium show.
Very cool place. My son is 13 and enjoyed the hands on experience and we even learned a lot about Kansas as well. Got to play a lot of games and there's also movies in the Dome Theater. Used the Sunflower app to get in free and it was super fun. Long line to get in but wasn't a bad wait.
Very good science center..tons for the kids to do. They have events often. The outside play zone is incredible. I highly recommend this establishment.
We weren't sure it would be age-appropriate for our infant & toddlers, but they LOVED it. I'm so glad we decided to stop by, as the second floor is kid-centered and has plenty of high-quality activities and interactives to keep children of different ages engaged. We spent about an hour here, but could have stayed longer. The entire facility is very clean and exhibits are well-maintained. We were here on a weekday morning and it was not crowded.
What an amazing place for kiddos to explore, play and discover.
Do not be fooled by the entrance and first few activities available. There are so many areas to explore and unfortunately we did not get to all of them.
Comparably this experience is priced fairly and offers a day of fun for everyone!
The one improvement needed is the food area. The items are mostly junk food and over priced.
Do not be fooled by the entrance and first few activities available. There are so many areas to explore and unfortunately we did not get to all of them.
Comparably this experience is priced fairly and offers a day of fun for everyone!
The one improvement needed is the food area. The items are mostly junk food and over priced.
We were blown away by this kids museum! We were there for 3 hours and didn't get to everything. My kids are a little older 7 & 10, and they loved it. There is also a bunch of stuff we skipped geared towards little kids. Ate lunch here, it was good like ball field food: hot dogs, pizza, nachos. We live in AL, here with family, and we stayed a few hours to tour the museum. It would be worth coming back for a day trip. There's a show we didn't get to. I saw on the sign they do $3 tickets if you bring your valid EBT card. I really love that they make it affordable for lower income families to learn about science too! I've never seen that before at a kids museum.
We have a Peoria Playhouse membership, so going here was free. Boy were we surprised when we saw how HUGE it was! There is cool stuff for kids of different ages to do around every corner. This has to be the most comprehensive play center we've ever been to. The only thing they could use is something to eat while you are there, because it's easy to spend hours there.
I'm very disappointed in the live animal area. Especially the fish. Their tank size is not adequate for their size. Don't have live animals if you can't take care of them properly.. the museum is kinda run down. If you wanna see a fun dinosaur exhibit go to the jacksonville zoo!
It was a good way to spend an afternoon. You can get through it in less than a day, depending on which shows you want to see. Note, the shows are extra. We did a planetarium show which was $5.95 extra per person. Also there is a Dinosaur exhibit going on right now as well which was pretty cool
Went with my son for a beautiful summer day. Got to see alligators, dragonflies, butterflies, birds, amazing flora and fauna! Highly recommend, take water w you though!
Was unsure what exhibits were currently here, but we decided to bring our toddler and so glad we did. My son could've stayed in the area with the ball pit all day. Great indoor activity for the whole family. The new fear exhibit was very interesting and don't worry, no jump scares.
My kids always have fun when coming to this place. The upstairs room changes every couple of months. So always something new to see.
We visited here with tickets for the Sunflower Summer program. The kids had a good time and the staff was friendly and helpful. The kids enjoyed the scavenger hunt and finding all of the answers. The air exhibit was a hit. They enjoyed building planes and challenging each other to see who could get theirs to fly the farthest. I think they had the most fun with the little vacuum wall and catching the objects. We even packed a picnic and sat out in the covered seating area in front of the building which was nice to have a close by place to sit. Overall, it was a great stop on our trip!
To be clear, this is a children’s museum. I was expecting more adult centered exhibits, but nay nay.
That said it was really awesome. There was so much to see and do. My children were captivated, if not a little overwhelmed at times. The dramatic play and science exploration areas were our favorites. I personally liked the glow/black light room. The planetarium was really cool and a fun experience.
The dinosaur dig and the energy exhibits were the least entertaining.
The big criticism is that the cafe is outrageously expensive. If you can, eat before you go.
That said it was really awesome. There was so much to see and do. My children were captivated, if not a little overwhelmed at times. The dramatic play and science exploration areas were our favorites. I personally liked the glow/black light room. The planetarium was really cool and a fun experience.
The dinosaur dig and the energy exhibits were the least entertaining.
The big criticism is that the cafe is outrageously expensive. If you can, eat before you go.
A day full of discoveries for all ages and a place with unlimited experiences. Become a scientist for a day, perhaps a news anchor or a doctor;) Exercise is all about the movement, and the center has a lot of exhibits to keep you active from interactive ones to the outdoor playground with sandbox, water fun and a secret garden. Did I mention bubbles, planetarium and of course special exhibits ?! plus a lot MORE!!!
Update: Another visit did not disappoint, new interactive addition on the second floor, fun and educational as always!
Update: Another visit did not disappoint, new interactive addition on the second floor, fun and educational as always!
We enjoyed the visit and there was plenty to see and do. The kids had fun, but I feel that it was a bit high on the prices.
Visited an hour before closing. Looked at the grounds which has different buildings with exhibits. It seems to be meant as a self-tour. It was not obvious that the main house required a price of admission, but I was able to be shown a little of it because it was the last hour. Thank you, random staff girl!
Not dog friendly. Wouldn't want to bring dog though, the boardwalk ground is very hot to walk on.
But still really nice to visit. Didn't see many animals though.
But still really nice to visit. Didn't see many animals though.
Currently the exploreum has the Toytopia display. Plenty of hands-on and interactive exhibits, games, etc. Kids can explore and experience through actionable learning. We really enjoyed Toytopia's upstairs section. Definitely check it out or one in the future.
The park and museum was amazing. The your guides were extremely knowledgeable and great with our group. We used the picnic area and restrooms. All was kept in good order. I would recommend putting this on your list. They also have lots of great events throughout the year too.
Wow, this place is so neat and offers such a great variety of exhibits for our children to enjoy! At first, I wasn’t sure we would make it past the water play exhibit. I think my children may have been happy staying there all day. We finally convinced them to move through the museum and They especially loved going up in the observation tower and the robotics portion of the upstairs. There was a large area about Doc McStuffins, which my kids were not super interested in, and another area that was under construction and it looked like it was going to be a very cool dinosaur. Dig type of experience. At the end of our visit our three year old had an epic meltdown because he did not want to leave! Definitely a great place to stop while you are in town!
We really enjoyed the Fort Worth Museum of Science. We visited on a Saturday morning and the crowd was not terrible. The dinosaur exhibits are fabulous and the movie regarding black holes in space was very interesting! It has a lot of Texas history and great exhibits. Tons of kid centered areas, too.
Friendly staff and wonderful museum. I highly recommend it!
Friendly staff and wonderful museum. I highly recommend it!
I'd have to go 50 more times to leave a full review because there's so much to see and you need to visit it as your kid gets older to understand the full range of it's capacity. We were there on a Monday morning and it was popping. Truly a great place for kids and even adults. Will be back 20 more times I'm sure. Clean, good staff, only downside is not a ton of great parking even in their lot. Too popular!!
Went specifically for the Toytopia exhibit. The 'Big Piano' and all of the etch-a-sketch'es were broken... Very bummed about that. Other displays were in need of being wiped down and straightened up.
Ancient Caves was a nice film. We will need to bring earplugs next time to help muffle the sound though, much too loud for sensitive ears. We had a nice visit overall.
Ancient Caves was a nice film. We will need to bring earplugs next time to help muffle the sound though, much too loud for sensitive ears. We had a nice visit overall.
Had an amazing time with my wife and kids! The front desk was very sweet and much helpful with so much information. Had a blast and we will definitely be coming back.
Great museum for kids. We visited during spring break so it was a bit crowded but expected. The museum consisted of three different floors with lots of interactive exhibits for children to explore. There is also a demo stage where a quick science experiment is demonstrated. I would recommend the museum to families.
The experience was okay, but it was definitely created with children in mind. Me and my wife went thinking it would have been more age appropriate for us, but found out otherwise. If you have kids, they will enjoy the place. Keep in mind there are a lot of broken interractive exhibits, so a lot of times your pressing a button and nothing happens.
However, if your an adult looking for a more serious museum atmosphere, you should look elsewhere. In my opinion not worth the asking price, even if you have children.
However, if your an adult looking for a more serious museum atmosphere, you should look elsewhere. In my opinion not worth the asking price, even if you have children.
Great place to visit. Exhibits for children and all ages. Interesting history, astronomy and sea life pieces. As well as reptiles. This was my 1st to me going and I also did the planetarium show and it was entertaining and informative.
I grew up coming here as a kid and it’s so fun to be able to take my own kids here to play. There’s so many areas of different of activities and are really interactive. There’s an outdoor water area so bring towels, swimsuits and SPF. Plenty of parking around. I’d recommend bringing your own lunch/snacks. When we went they ran out of of most menu items and the wait was pretty long. I didn’t buy our tickets in advance and luckily there was no wait for us. The staff are friendly and everything is well maintained and clean. Lots of fun and hours of play!
Amazing nature preserve with trails, history and a small museum. I would recommend talking to the volunteers at the museum to get more info in the history of the place, Lake Apopka and some animals in the area. Taking a walk on the trails protected by the trees is a great way to start.
There’s an old sink hole inside the place.
No dogs (service dogs allowed) or cycling is allowed. However the main entrance is located just at the Orange Trail.
There’s an old sink hole inside the place.
No dogs (service dogs allowed) or cycling is allowed. However the main entrance is located just at the Orange Trail.
My husband and I decided to explore the preserve for our nature walk this week and I’m very happy we drove a bit out of our way for it. It was very peaceful, not a ton of people and it is lush with greenery. Highly recommend decompressing here. Their boardwalk path leads you to an open dock right on the water. So beautiful.
Such a nice spot to take a short walk and unwind. They have a lovely boardwalk that takes you out to a little pavilion on the lake. They have a nice educational center as well with a native plant garden. One of the dirt trails focuses on birding and has educational signs about birds. Highly recommended for shorter walks!
So this is definitely geared more towards very young children. I’d say like ages 2-6. A few of the interactive things were broken. The Dome theater wasn’t as cool as I thought it would be. The picture quality wasn’t great, and the movie we saw didn’t even use most of the dome screen. I will say though that every single staff member we encountered was LOVELY.
A friend knows I love fashion and sewing. She invited me to visit the Downton Abbey exhibit. Wow is all I can say. I am only allowed 50 but have so many more pictures that can be posted
Very peaceful place to go for a walk. I went on a Saturday and it was not very busy. Stopped in at the visitor centre before heading out. Clean washrooms, water fountain (with water bottle refill), and friendly staff that were able to answer my questions about the trails and suggest a few things. I walked along the board walk. Very easy walk, there were covered areas along the way to stop and sit. The end of the boardwalk goes out to the water, and there are chairs to sit and enjoy the breeze.
We visit Discovery Center a few times each year. The environment is clean and engaging for kids from toddler through adulthood. My children enjoy both levels, and our favorite part is the awesome playground connected to the museum. (Seasonal) The only issue I have with this place with is price of admission for adults. As we are merely supervising, and the children obviously cannot go alone, we HAVE to be there.
First of all, I would like to personally thank Director, Susan Adams for providing me with a lot of helpful information prior to my visit.
I’ve wanted to visit The Flint Hills Discovery Center for a number of years, and I’m SO glad that I’ve finally been able to!
There’s a film in a small theater that provides guests with a historical background about The Flint Hills. The exhibits are VERY hands on, and are all about the preservation and culture of The Flint Hills. It’s a VERY serene and calming environment, as are The Flint Hills.
This would be a great place to bring a group of students on a field trip, and there’s a lot of fun activity sheets for them to engage in. I would also point out that this can also serve as a community center because there’s several rooms available to hold any kind of event.
The kids have a great deal of fun on the second level in The Prairie Playscape. If you go up to the third level, that takes you outside to where you have amazing views of The City of Manhattan.
On the first level, as soon as you enter, is a gift shop with all sorts of unique Kansas products. The staff are VERY friendly, knowledgeable and can assist you with ALL things Manhattan.
I’ve wanted to visit The Flint Hills Discovery Center for a number of years, and I’m SO glad that I’ve finally been able to!
There’s a film in a small theater that provides guests with a historical background about The Flint Hills. The exhibits are VERY hands on, and are all about the preservation and culture of The Flint Hills. It’s a VERY serene and calming environment, as are The Flint Hills.
This would be a great place to bring a group of students on a field trip, and there’s a lot of fun activity sheets for them to engage in. I would also point out that this can also serve as a community center because there’s several rooms available to hold any kind of event.
The kids have a great deal of fun on the second level in The Prairie Playscape. If you go up to the third level, that takes you outside to where you have amazing views of The City of Manhattan.
On the first level, as soon as you enter, is a gift shop with all sorts of unique Kansas products. The staff are VERY friendly, knowledgeable and can assist you with ALL things Manhattan.
A must visit for all ages! The exhibits are well done and informative on the history of the prairie. The movie is amazing with great visuals and special effects. For us the highlight was the pollinator gardens surrounding the building! Make sure you go up to the 3rd floor for the view and then take the stairs down around the outside to read all about the native plants and see the bees and butterflies at work!
What a delightful experience at the Explorium science center located in Mobile, Alabama. We arrived around 1pm and they closed at 4. We had plenty of time to enjoy the exhibit, including the optical illusion, the interactive flight simulator, which we paid extra for, and we also paid extra for one of the movies in the dome theater. there is street side, parking and a parking lot but not a very large one. They have a snack, bar available with pizza, hotdogs, popcorn, and nachos and an assortment of beverages. a great place to bring children of any age or just come with a friend. I highly recommend an exploration of this wonderful museum.
Exploration place is always fun. There is so much going on and the new dog exhibit was cool. The boys enjoyed seeing how fast they could run in one of the exhibits. Thank You to Envision for having us out. It was great to see all the art on display and the artists behind them made by the early childhood development center.
This is such a beautiful place. Really next different events. Well organized. Friendly people and doesnt cost an arm and leg to go. Usually $5 per ticket for certain events. No paid parking, no paid ride tickets. Just the entrance fee. We've been here for many gatherings and always have such a wonderful time! Somthing for all ages.(literally our crew has ages 70 years- down to 5) even the teenagers and tweens found enjoyment! Please do yourselves a favor and go to rose hill manor events.
The WWII event at Rosehill Manor was really wonderful. The soldiers took young and old visitors on a trip to the past. The UFO show gave us Laurel and Hardy skits, big band singers and entertained everyone. Seeing the old trucks, cars, tents filled with only that era's communication tools made one realize that the lack of computers, cell phones and gadgets still enabled our men and women the ability to put a stop to Hitler.