Free Museums and Free Museum Days in Orlando

The Orlando Museum of Art offers free museum days the first weekend of each month, as part of the Museums on Us program. Photo courtesy of OMA

Take the kiddos to FREE museums in Orlando for great entertainment that's easy on the wallet. Orlando museums are a great way to open children's eyes to the world around them, offering lessons in history, art, and science without them even realizing they're learning. And by focusing on museums that feature free admission throughout the year or on certain days, these centers offer limitless opportunities.

Orlando obviously does theme parks and big ticket attractions well, but these magical spots can really empty wallets. Free museums in Orlando focus more on the small picture and how to introduce kids and adults to new and interesting subjects...without the financial drain. 

Free Museums and Free Museum Days in Atlanta

Visit the second largest museum in the U.S. Air Force, the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robbins.

We have the scoop on FREE Atlanta museums, as well as the ones that have certain free museum days throughout the year, to spend a wonderful day with the kids. Atlanta museums are great ways to have fun, especially during freezing winters and scorching summers. Plus museums spark the imagination, help develop observation skills, and expose children to a broader world. 

Many Atlanta museums participate in the Museums on Us program, in which Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders receive free admission to participating museums on the first weekend of each month. Also, Georgia library card holders can check out Experience Passes, which include free admission at many museums, parks, and Zoo Atlanta. And don't forget the upcoming Super Museum Sunday on February 9, 2025, when many museums and state historical sites offer free admission in conjunction with the Georgia History Festival.

Free Museums and Free Museum Days in Philly

Kids 18 and under are always free at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Photo by Liz Baill @creativishmom

Free museums and free museum days abound at Philly's finest institutions. Browse our list of all the times museums in Philadelphia are free. 

Making a museum visit a part of your family's routine is easier than you think! Philadelphia and its suburbs are chock-full of amazing institutions and lots of free museums. Whether your little ones are interested in art, science, or history, there's something here sure to ignite young imaginations without stretching the wallet too thin. Get ready for some incredible fun at no cost.

Take note that this list features museums that are always free, or offer regularly-scheduled free or what-what-you-wish days. Other museums in the area often offer free entry on national holidays or as part of special events. Keep an eye on our events calendar to see when museums are offering free museum days throughout the year. 

For more free fun, browse our Free Things To Do with Philly Kids Guide, featuring our favorite free indoor playspaces and more. Don't miss our Guide to Philly Museums for Kids, filled with reviews and roundups of the city's amazing museum scene.

Free Museums and Free Museum Days in Los Angeles

Explore an interactive Noah's Ark at the Skirball. Photo by Steve Cohn courtesy of Skirball Cultural Center

Free Museum Days in Los Angeles are ideal for a large family. Museum tickets add up fast—which gets particularly frustrating if you need a hasty retreat to avoid a meltdown. Los Angeles has some fantastic museums with free general admission every day of the year, including The Getty, California Science Center, and The Broad

As for the rest of them, many LA museums and gardens have monthly, or even weekly, free days or evenings, and we collected a list below for easy reference. Go ahead, bring the extended family, meet friends, or check out a place you have never been before—all for just the price of parking or Metro tickets. And if there's a meltdown? At least it's free. 

Remember, these are only the museums that require you to mark your calendar for the monthly free day. Los Angeles is filled with fabulous museums for kids that are free every day, and museums that are free up until a certain age. You'll find these, and more free adventures, in our Guide to Free Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids.

Winter Magic Awaits at Domino Square, Home to the Newest Ice Skating Rink in NYC

The Domino Square ice rink has a small footprint, but its big-city views are impressive.

A new ice-skating rink with stunning riverfront views is drawing families to Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Skate at Domino Park debuted in early December and offers ice skating fun through the middle of March. Situated atop of Domino Square, a newly completed section of Domino Park, the icy attraction is drawing families from both sides of the East River and beyond.

Read on for our full review of this brand-new ice skating rink in NYC and find more places to skate on our list of the best outdoor ice skating rinks in NYC .

Listen Up! Free Admission for Kids is About to Drop at the GRAMMY Museum

Free admission for kids is about to drop! Photo by Rebecca Sapp for the GRAMMY Museum

The GRAMMY Museum is a cornerstone of DTLA and a must-visit for audiophiles. Music lovers can explore pursuing a career in the music industry, see historical musician artifacts, and delve into the rich history of iconic music milestones. 

There’s no better place than LA to house the GRAMMY Museum. Los Angeles is full of music industry history and continues to be a city where many musicians start their careers. From the Sunset Strip to Hollywood, LA has fueled generations of creativity across music genres. The next generation of inspiring music professionals will soon be able to visit the GRAMMY Museum for free.  

For more free fun, check out free things to do indoors in Los Angeles, and bookmark these free museum days for kids in LA. Plus, check out our Guide to Free Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids, and our Museum Guide for Kids in LA and Orange County

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