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🎨 Museums for Kids in Matthews, NC

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

Activities & Venues in Matthews

President James K. Polk State Historic Site museum in Pineville, NC🎨 Museum
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President James K. Polk State Historic Site

★4.5(435)$9 mi · Pineville

Step back in time at President Polk's birthplace, where history comes alive through hands-on activities and engaging living history demonstrations. Kids can explore replica log cabins, see how families lived in the early 1800s, and participate in special programs that make learning about North Carolina history fun and interactive.

🕑 1-2 hours

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Charlotte Museum of History museum in Charlotte, NC🎨 Museum
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Charlotte Museum of History

★4.3(541)$8 mi away

Step back in time at the Charlotte Museum of History, where kids can experience Colonial life through interactive, hands-on activities. The historic Hezekiah Alexander House (Charlotte's oldest dwelling) and engaging educational programs bring local history to life in ways that captivate curious young minds, making this a perfect blend of fun and learning for families.

🕑 1.5-2.5 hours

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