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Take your children on an adventure through some of the Museum’s most exciting treasures. Then find out about special activities taking place on the day of your visit!
Dig in...dress up...explore and grow! Little ones now have their own place to explore in our new Crown Family PlayLab. |
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If you’re looking for dinosaurs, this is the place! Evolving Planet features an expanded dinosaur hall, the worlds they lived in, and what we’ve learned from T. rex Sue. |
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Meet Sue, the oldest, most complete T. Rex ever found! See Sue on the Web! |
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Wander among ancient mummies and discover what life was like for Egyptians 5,000 years ago in Inside Ancient Egypt. |
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Explore the earth beneath your feet and learn what it takes to live a bug’s life in Underground Adventure. Visit our Underground Adventure website.
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Take an up-close look at your favorite animals from around the world in Nature Walk and test your animal IQ in What is an Animal? |
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Want to make your visit even more special? Download a Family Adventure Tour or pick one up at the Museum’s Information desks to help you and your children make the most of our exhibitions. And don’t forget to ask about special kid-friendly programming available on the day of your visit. Here’s a selection of some of our favorite activities:
Interpretive Stations
Stop by an interpretive station for hands-on activities throughout the Museum. Find out what your name looks like in Egyptian hieroglyphs, put together a huge floor map of Africa, or dissect an owl pellet to find out what the bird ate. Check the information desk when you arrive for a list of the day's activities.
For All Ages
Weekends, 10 a.m. - noon & 1-3 p.m.
Free with Museum Admission
Kraft Story Time
Listen to a story and make an art project to take home—all in just 20 minutes!
Saturday and Sunday, year round; daily in July and August
1:30pm
Free with Museum Admission
Museum Highlight Tours
Enjoy a guided tour of some of the Museum's most popular, famous and unique exhibitions. Hear the stories behind these fascinating treasures from nature and human culture.
For All Ages
Monday–Friday, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Saturday, 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m.
Free with Museum admission
Find more information on other special family programs taking place during your visit.
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