Kid-friendly museums in and around Minneapolis/St. Paul
Which museums are best for kids?
Minneapolis/St. Paul has over 100 museums, and most of them are places you want to take your kids! Here is KidsOutAndAbout list of kid-friendly museums in & around Minneapolis/St. Paul.
If there is an attraction that we have missed in our list below, please email us to let us know, and we'll add it promptly. Thank you!
The Bakken Museum
The Bakken Museum inspires a passion for innovation by exploring the potential for science, technology, and the humanities to make the world a better place. Located on the West shore of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis, the museum features interactive exhibits for all ages and exceptional STEM education programs. Make movies in the Spark exhibit, meet the mother of science fiction in Mary & Her Monster, and test out some of Ben Franklin's favorite experiments in the Electricity Party Room. Open Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free parking available. For more information, visit thebakken.org.
For more information, visit thebakken.org.
Museum of Illusions
Treat your kids to a visit to the most unbelievable museum in Minneapolis! Museum of Illusions at the iconic Mall of America is the perfect outing for the whole family as it invites you to experience the illusions and learn about the science behind them through touch, play, and interaction. This review from a visitor sums it up: “This is the coolest museum I’ve been to. Very fun and educational at the same time for kids. We absolutely loved it, and the staff was very friendly.” Book an adventure for your family today!
