All children's museums to visit in Minnesota

Spark curiosity and creativity at 6 children's museums in Minnesota. These interactive museums offer fun and educational experiences for kids of all ages..

Are you looking for the best places for kids to learn and play? Here are the top children's Minnesota

  1. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum1

    Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

     Chaska, AL
    The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, located about 4 miles west of Chanhassen, Minnesota at 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, Minnesota, is a 1,200-acre horticultural garden and arboretum. It is a part of the Department of Horticultural Science in the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences at the University of Minnesota. It is open to the public every day of the year except Thanksgiving and Christmas. An admission fee is charged, and annual memberships are available.
  2. Science Museum of Minnesota2

    Science Museum of Minnesota

     St. Paul, MN
    The Science Museum of Minnesota, located in Saint Paul, is a nonprofit institution that was founded in 1907. The museum focuses on a variety of topics including technology, natural history, physical science, and mathematics education. It is supported by a team of dedicated volunteers.
  3. Minnesota State School Orphanage Museum3

    Minnesota State School Orphanage Museum

     Owatonna, MN
    The Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children, located in Owatonna, Minnesota, served as a residential and educational facility for wards of the state from 1886 to 1945. The school was established by the Minnesota legislature in 1885 to provide safe transitional housing for orphaned, abandoned, and abused children. Over its 60-year operation, the school was home to a total of 10,635 children.
  4. History Center of Freeborn County4

    History Center of Freeborn County

     Albert Lea, MN
    Dive into Freeborn County history! The HCFC is located at 1031 Bridge Avenue, Albert Lea, MN and includes a museum, an extensive research library, and a historical village. The museum houses a gallery of rotating exhibits, a museum store, the research library and archives, and an interactive pl
  5. Pavek Museum5

    Pavek Museum

     St. Louis Park, MN
    The Pavek Museum, located in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, is home to one of the world's most significant collections of vintage radio and television equipment. This collection provides a unique insight into the history and evolution of broadcasting technology, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in the history of communication.
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    The Works Museum - Interactive Children's Museum

     Bloomington, MN
    The Works Museum, located in Bloomington, Minnesota, is an interactive children's museum with a focus on technology and engineering. This unique museum offers a hands-on learning experience for children, encouraging them to explore and understand the world of technology and engineering in a fun and engaging way.