Museum Guide for Kids and Families in Washington DC

DC is full of great museums, national monuments, attractions, and more sneaky fun educational opportunities for kids and their families. Here's our ultimate guide to the best museums, galleries, and exhibits for kids in Washington DC - plus insider tips on how to make the most of your family's museum day and when to score with free museum days in DC.
Washington, DC Museums Kids Love
The remodeled National Air and Space Museum is a sight to behold. Photo courtesy of the museum
Free Museums Near DC to Visit with Kids
What masterpieces will your kiddo create at the National Building Museum’s PLAY WORK BUILD exhibit? Photo by Anne McDonough, courtesy of the museum
Best Museums for Kids in the DC Area: Children’s Museums and Family-Friendly Museums
Planet Word has lots of opportunities to get hands-on. Photo courtesy of Planet Word
Top Quirky Museums and Off-the-Beaten-Path Gems for Kids Near DC
Did you know that the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is bigger than 18 football fields? Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress
Explore the Best Science Museums for Kids in DC: Educational Fun for All Ages
Your kiddos will be in awe of the size of this humongous African elephant I am in awe of its size. Photo by author Lisa Warden
Visiting Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History in DC with Kids
Our kids couldn't get enough of the interactive globe in the One World Connected exhibit. Photo by author Lisa Warden
Visiting Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum in DC with Kids

OUR LATEST VIDEOS

More Washington, DC Attractions
April is the ideal month to see the Washington, DC cherry blossoms. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service
Top Attractions in DC: The Best Things to See and Do with Kids
Explore amazing interactive exhibits at the National Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum
3 Days in DC with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
Climb the famous steps of the Lincoln Memorial for a gorgeous view of the reflecting pool and the Washington Monument. Photo by anjanettew via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Visiting Washington, DC's National Mall and Memorial Parks with Kids
Visit the home of George Washington in Virginia. Photo courtesy of Mount Vernon
100 Things To Do in DC with Kids Before They Grow Up
Get building tips from Master Model Builders in the LEGO Discovery Center Washington, DC's Workshop. Photo by Jennifer Marino Walters
  VIDEO
LEGO Discovery Center Opens Near Washington, DC
Place wreaths at the graves of fallen soldiers during the annual Wreaths Across America event. Photo courtesy of the author
Visiting Arlington National Cemetery with Kids: What to Know Before You Go

Latest Museums News

Saltwater Stores is a new, immersive exhibit at the Long Island Children's Museum. Photo by the author
Go Under the Sea at LICM's New Exhibit, the Museum's First Major Addition in a Decade
Here's everything you need to know about LICM's new maritime exhibit.
READ MORE
The Raynham Hall Museum invites visitors to step back into the colonial era and is one of 12 participating spots on the Long Island History Hunt. Photo courtesy of the museum
Spies, History, and Prizes Await During the Long Island History Hunt
Learning local lore could pay off big time this summer!
READ MORE
Reel in a big one at the Children's Museum of the East End's fishing spot.
Exploring the Children's Museum of the East End with Kids
Here's what you need to know about CMEE, one of LI's top museums for kids.
READ MORE
The Nassau County Museum of Art houses an excellent collection of art from the 1800s and 1900s on a pretty wooded preserve.
Insider's Guide to Visiting the Nassau County Museum of Art with Kids
Get tips, tricks, and secrets for a fun family visit to this art museum.
READ MORE
Encourage an introduction to STEM education at the Long Island Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of LICM
Best Long Island Science Museums for Kids
Cultivate your child's scientific curiosity at these great STEM centers on LI.
READ MORE
The
Long Island Children's Museum's New Space-Themed Exhibit, "Moon to Mars," is a Blast
LICM's new exhibit is an exciting STEAM-based adventure.
READ MORE
Load more