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WinterFaire

WinterFaire is a magical indoor world featuring a festive, carnival-like atmosphere, fun-filled games, loveable critters, and hands-on activities. Play, laugh, and make lifelong memories together in this one-of-a-kind indoor winter experience. Open through Feb. 22, 2026.

Take Me There: Peru

¡Bienvenido al Perú! Pack your bags for your next remarkable journey with Take Me There Airways to a vibrant and diverse country—Peru!

Dinosphere

Enter the immersive world of dinosaurs, marvel at their size, and learn the real science behind this one-of-a-kind exhibit.

Carousel Wishes and Dreams

Step inside the ultimate toybox—the perfect place for the whole family to play together! Bring your imagination and a sense of adventure and get ready for a fun-filled ride in Carousel Wishes and Dreams.

Beyond Spaceship Earth

Blast off into the lives of astronauts and the awe-inspiring story of space exploration in Beyond Spaceship Earth.

Stories from 100 Years

Explore the stories of 100 objects from our extensive collection.

Playscape

Playscape® is a gallery for young children—infants through the preschool years—and their families to learn and play together, providing fun, hands-on opportunities to learn through the method that is most successful for them—play!

Power of Children

Ignite a passion for changing the world around you. The Power of Children shares the powerful stories of four extraordinary children: Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, Ryan White, and Malala Yousafzai.

Treasures of the Earth

Investigate amazing ancient mysteries from Egypt, China, and the Caribbean as you uncover the mystery of an Egyptian tomb, stand face to face with a warrior, and find treasures from the ocean.

Fireworks of Glass

Rising 43 feet through the museum core, Fireworks of Glass is one of largest permanent installations by renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. Completed in 2006, it comprises more than 3,200 handblown pieces of glass on the tower, with another 1,600 pieces on the “floating” glass ceiling.

American POP

In American POP, you'll learn how we shape pop culture and how it shapes us through activities and displays of fashion, comic books, toys, and more!

ScienceWorks

Explore the day-to-day work of real scientists and use science to ask questions and find answers!

The World of Sport

Experience the culture of sports as an athlete, announcer, and broadcaster!

National Art Museum of Sport

The emotions experienced in sports and the resilience of humankind are captured in the National Art Museum of Sport, or NAMOS for short. See a selection of drawings, paintings, works on paper, and sculpture, then use them as inspiration to create your own artwork!

Mini Masterpieces

Explore the world of miniatures, where tiny items can unlock creativity and imagination in a big way.

Lilly Theater

Fantasy, comedy, colorful costumes, and imaginative scenery come together in live theater for the entire family.
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