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Children's Museums and Exhibits Guide for Houston

Then and Now installation at the Art Car Museum, photo courtesy of the museum
Free Museums and Free Admission Times at Houston's Best Museums, Zoos, and Gardens
Bookmark this list of Houston's free admission days!
Stand close to historic flown spacecraft including the Apollo 17 command module, which was the last crewed mission to the moon. Photo courtesy of Space Center Houston.
Space Center Houston: An Out of This World Experience for Kids
Space Center Houston's exhibits and interactive features make it a must-see for every Houstonian.
8 Educational Day Trips to Take With Houston Kids
These fun family trips close to Houston also have lots of learning opportunities for kids.
Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
Exploring The Children's Museum Houston
One trip won't be enough for your children to soak in all the museum has to offer.
Texas' Hidden Children's Museums You Have to Visit
Plan your family's next Texas adventure around these fantastically engaging (and less-known)...
Take a walk through one of the dinosaur halls at the American Museum of Natural History in New York.
Top Children's Science Museums Across the US for Families
These top STEM spots are worth planning a family vacation around.
Create, Play, and Learn at the Galveston Children's Museum
Pint-sized interactive exhibits make this museum a must-see.
For the Fire Truck Fanatics: Houston Fire Museum and Fire Station Tours
Explore miniature fire stations and trucks - and see their real-life counterparts - at this great...
Soar to New Heights at the Lone Star Flight Museum
See what exhibits and activities set this museum apart from the rest.
A 3-D look at Houston as Energy City/Photo courtesy of Houston Museum of Natural Science
Discover the Houston Museum of Natural Science's Latest Makeover
Trek through the different aspects of the oil and gas industry in the new Wiess Energy Hall at HMNS.
Color Factory Houston: Is It Worth Visiting With Kids?
What to expect when visiting Houston's most colorful and interactive art exhibit.
Making the Most of a Day Trip to Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens has lots to offer for kids and families!
9 Must-See Dinosaur Theme Parks and Attractions for Kids
These family-friendly outdoor dino attractions include close-up interactions, fossil digs, and even...
Candytopia Houston is set up in a temporary location at the MARQ*E Entertainment Center in West Houston.
Inside Candytopia Houston: Is It Worth Visiting With Kids?
Take a look inside the insanely colorful and sweet candy exhibit, Candytopia.
10 Ways to Enjoy the MFAH with Kids
The top things to do with kids at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
8 Must-See Houston Museums You've (Probably) Never Heard Of
These lesser-known Houston museums cover topics from arcade nostalgia to the evolution of cowboys.
All Aboard the Rosenberg Railroad Museum
This Southwest Houston museum is a gem for all train lovers.
9 Must-See Dinosaur Theme Parks and Attractions for Kids
These family-friendly outdoor dino attractions include close-up interactions, fossil digs, and even...
Make No Bones About It: The Morian Hall of Paleontology is an Exhibit Not to Miss
With special exhibits rotating in and out of the Houston Museum of Natural Science throughout the...
Why Kids Love Houston's Cockrell Butterfly Center
The Houston Museum of Natural Science is known for having a variety of both permanent and traveling...
Riding the Rails at the Galveston Railroad Museum
Explore trains from eras past at this Galveston museum.
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More Houston Attractions

Create, Play, and Learn at the Galveston Children's Museum
Pint-sized interactive exhibits make this museum a must-see.READ MORE 
For the Fire Truck Fanatics: Houston Fire Museum and Fire Station Tours
Explore miniature fire stations and trucks - and see their real-life counterparts - at this great...READ MORE 
Soar to New Heights at the Lone Star Flight Museum
See what exhibits and activities set this museum apart from the rest.READ MORE 
Making the Most of a Day Trip to Moody Gardens
Moody Gardens has lots to offer for kids and families!READ MORE 
Photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of Houston
Exploring The Children's Museum Houston
One trip won't be enough for your children to soak in all the museum has to offer.READ MORE 
Texas' Hidden Children's Museums You Have to Visit
Plan your family's next Texas adventure around these fantastically engaging (and less-known)...READ MORE 

More Family Fun around Houston

Color Factory Houston - Winter Fun Guide for Houston Kids
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Winter Activities Guide for Houston Families
Find seasonal (and indoor) events and activities for Houston kids!READ MORE 
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Indoor Fun Guide for Houston Kids
Fun indoor playgrounds and attractions for Houston kids and families.READ MORE 
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Sports Centers and Fun Action Spots for Houston Kids
Find sports centers, gyms, and outdoor action parks where Houston kids can run off some steam.READ MORE 
Even little ones can enjoy the slides at Strawberry Water Park. Photo by Ashley Jones
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Houston Water Parks and Theme Parks Guide
Best places to cool off around!READ MORE 

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Exploring The Children's Museum Houston
One trip won't be enough for your children to soak in all the museum has to offer.READ MORE 
Keep Cool in Houston: Top Beaches, Swimming Lakes, Splash Pads, and AC Spots
Indoor and outdoor (but only those with lots of shade or water!) fun for kids and families that...READ MORE 
Free Museums and Free Admission Times at Houston's Best Museums, Zoos, and Gardens
Bookmark this list of Houston's free admission days!READ MORE 
Top 10 Kid-Friendly Things that Opened in Houston in 2021
Our favorite new kid-friendly destinations in the past year. READ MORE 
Best Things to Do at the Houston Museum of Natural Science with Kids
When you take kids to the HMNS, focus on these exhibits for maximum fun. READ MORE 
Candytopia: A Candy Playground Pop-up That's Totally Sweet
This sweet pop-up is full of whimsy – and candy! It's open now but not for long.READ MORE 
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