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Top 10 Museums for Kids
These top museums for kids convey some serious learning under the guise of childish fun
By ShermansTravel Editorial Staff
ShermansTravel.com
Updated on April 8th, 2013
With the kids back to the books, it's prime time to demonstrate learning needn't end in the classroom and – gasp – the process can actually be fun! There are excellent museums for kids across the U.S. to stimulate your young Einsteins or Picassos – whether you're on a quick family getaway or just looking for something fun to do at home. And you won't have to shush your little ones at these venerable institutions either. In fact, each of our editors' picks for top kid-friendly museums provide energetic educational opportunities under the guise of childlike fun, with hands-on exhibits, scavenger hunts, DJ sessions, and more – they're bound to keep the adults entertained, too.
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With the kids back to the books, it's prime time to demonstrate learning needn't end in the classroom and – gasp – the process can actually be fun! There are excellent museums for kids across the U.S. to stimulate your young Einsteins or Picassos – whether you're on a quick family getaway or just looking for something fun to do at home. And you won't have to shush your little ones at these venerable institutions either. In fact, each of our editors' picks for top kid-friendly museums provide energetic educational opportunities under the guise of childlike fun, with hands-on exhibits, scavenger hunts, DJ sessions, and more – they're bound to keep the adults entertained, too.
Use our Travel Search price comparison tool to find flight, hotel, cruise, and more travel deals.