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🎨 Museums for Kids in Boulder, CO

3 children's museums, science centers, and interactive exhibits rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Boulder

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Fiske Planetarium planetarium in Boulder, CO🎨 Museum
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4.6(254)$

Fiske Planetarium offers an awe-inspiring journey through the cosmos that will captivate curious young minds and space enthusiasts alike. With state-of-the-art fulldome shows projected across a massive domed ceiling, hands-on astronomy exhibits, and educational programs designed to make complex space concepts accessible, this University of Colorado Boulder gem transforms abstract astronomy into tangible wonder that families can explore together.

🕑 1.5-2 hours (including 45-60 minute show plus time to explore exhibits)
University of Colorado Museum of Natural History tourist attraction in Boulder, CO🎨 Museum
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The University of Colorado Museum of Natural History offers an impressive collection that brings science to life for young explorers. Kids can get up close with towering dinosaur skeletons, marvel at authentic Egyptian mummies, and engage with hands-on interactive displays that make learning about natural history exciting and accessible.

🕑 1.5-2 hours
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art art museum in Boulder, CO🎨 Museum
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The Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art offers a refreshingly accessible introduction to modern art for families, with interactive exhibits designed to spark creativity rather than intimidate young visitors. Free admission days and dedicated family programs mean you can expose kids to cutting-edge contemporary art without breaking the bank or worrying about them getting bored.

🕑 1-2 hours

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