The museum will open to the public beginning July 11. Here’s what you need to know. Learn More
The museum will open to the public beginning July 11. Here’s what you need to know. Learn More
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Itinerary for All Ages

Stop 1: Bumblebee
All ages will want to say hello to Bumblebee as they enter the Welcome Center.

Location: Welcome Center (Level 1)
Stop 2: Dinosphere
Big kids will appreciate the dinosaur displays. Everyone can try out the interactive technology, explore the Paleo Prep Labs, and enjoy the immersive experience—you might even get caught in a thunderstorm!

Location: Dinosphere (Lower Level)
Stop 3: All Aboard
Big kids will take in all of the train models while little ones can play with the tool car.

Location: All Aboard (Lower Level)
Stop 4: Treasures of the Earth
Your family can work together to study a sarcophagus, explore sunken treasure & Captain Kidd’s cannon, learn from archaeologists in the Archaeology Lab, and examine a Terra Cotta Warrior.

Location: Treasures of the Earth (Lower Level)

Stop 5: Fireworks of Glass
Big kids can play learn the art and science of glass blowing, while little kids examine this colorful masterpiece.

Location: Fireworks of Glass (Lower Level)
Stop 6: Water Clock
Watching the Water Clock at the top of the hour is a favorite for the whole family.

Location: Sunburst Atrium (Level 1)
Stop 7: Beyond Spaceship Earth
Explore the International Space Station as a family. Then can catch a show in the Schaefer Planetarium and Space Object Theater.

Location: Beyond Spaceship Earth (Lower Level)
Stop 8: Carousel Wishes & Dreams
The Carousel is the largest artifact in the museum’s collection! Carousel rides are free to members and kids under 2; nonmember cost is $1 per ride. There’s a token machine at the front of the Carousel line. 

Location: Carousel Wishes & Dreams (Level 4)