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🎨 Museums for Kids in Highland Park, TX

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

Activities & Venues in Highland Park

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Perot Museum of Nature and Science tourist attraction in Dallas, TX🎨 Museum
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4.7(20,280)$$3 mi away

The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is a spectacular five-story wonderland featuring eleven interactive exhibit halls that bring science to life through hands-on experiences. Kids can race alongside a virtual T. rex, feel the ground shake in an earthquake simulator, explore a stunning gem and mineral hall, and even learn about energy and engineering through engaging exhibits that make complex concepts accessible and exciting for young minds.

🕑 3-4 hours to see all eleven halls, or 5-6 hours if you have enthusiastic young scientists who want to try every interactive element
Dallas Museum of Art art museum in Dallas, TX🎨 Museum
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4.7(12,628)$$3 mi away

The Dallas Museum of Art offers an enriching cultural experience for families without breaking the bank,general admission is always free! With dedicated self-guided family tours, interactive activity stations, and world-class collections spanning 5,000 years, kids can explore everything from ancient artifacts to contemporary installations in a welcoming, stroller-friendly environment.

🕑 2-3 hours
Frontiers of Flight Museum museum in Dallas, TX🎨 Museum
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4.7(3,520)$$3 mi away

Located right at Dallas Love Field, the Frontiers of Flight Museum is a paradise for aviation-loving kids with over 30 aircraft on display, including rare Smithsonian pieces. Children get hands-on experience with flight simulators, can explore real cockpits, and marvel at everything from vintage biplanes to space capsules, making it an educational adventure that feels like playtime.

🕑 2-3 hours
Nasher Sculpture Center museum in Dallas, TX🎨 Museum
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4.5(1,731)$$3 mi away

The Nasher Sculpture Center offers a unique blend of indoor galleries and a stunning outdoor sculpture garden where kids can experience modern art in an accessible, open-air setting. The free First Saturday family art workshops are a major draw, providing hands-on creative activities that help children connect with art in meaningful ways while exploring works by renowned sculptors.

🕑 1-2 hours for a typical visit, or 2-3 hours on First Saturday if participating in workshops

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