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Screenshot of AMNH Science Investigations Summer Program
92/100 · ages Entering K–5

AMNH Science Investigations Summer Program

The American Museum of Natural History Science Investigations Summer Program gives learners entering Kindergarten through grade 5 week-long hands-on science experiences with museum educators, collections, exhibits, scientists, and live animals.

WebsitePhysical placeMuseum learningNatural history
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American Museum of Natural History Science & Nature Program

The American Museum of Natural History’s Science and Nature Program gives young children and adults age-appropriate experiences grounded in scientific inquiry and the museum’s zoology, Earth science, anthropology, and paleontology collections.

WebsitePhysical placeFamily learningMuseum learning
5–8 · Application and programme fees vary91
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Children’s Museum Jordan

A nonprofit children’s museum with interactive exhibits, science and art experiences, family programs, and a mobile museum that brings learning activities to children across Jordan.

WebsitePhysical placeArtFamily programs
Children and families · Paid tickets; some mobile museum experiences are free91
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GEM Children’s Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum’s children’s museum uses ancient Egyptian themes, hands-on learning, interactive games, technology, and family programmes to spark curiosity.

WebsitePhysical placeAncient EgyptFamily programs
Children and families · Paid museum admission89
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Natural History Museum of Utah Youth & Family Programs

Natural History Museum of Utah’s youth and family programme catalogue includes Curiosity Club, seasonal science, free STEAM explorations, mini camps, story time, scouting, family nights, and summer camp.

WebsitePhysical placeFamily scienceMini camps
Children and families; programme-specific · Free and paid programmes vary90
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The New Children’s Museum: Virtual Art Experiences

The New Children’s Museum’s virtual art experiences invite children and families to make, imagine, and explore art through playful online activities led by the museum’s creative learning team.

WebsiteArt activitiesCreative play
3–10 · Free online activities; museum access varies88
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VMFA Family Guide: Family Fun

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts family guides turn museum visits into playful art discovery with prompts, looking activities, and creative conversation starters.

WebsiteDownloadableArt activitiesFamily guides
4–12 · Free guide; museum admission varies88
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Taipei Fine Arts Museum Family Visitors

Taipei Fine Arts Museum’s family resources invite children and grown-ups to explore exhibitions together through child-friendly activities, prompts, and museum visit ideas.

WebsitePhysical placeArt activitiesExhibitions
4–14 · Free resources; admission varies87
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Jewish Children’s Museum Virtual Workshops

Online workshops from the Jewish Children’s Museum combine cultural learning, stories, crafts, and interactive activities for children and families.

WebsiteYouTube channelInstagramCraftsCultural learning
4–12 · Workshop access varies86
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Young V&A

A dedicated children’s museum from the V&A with interactive galleries, design-led play, creative making, and family learning for babies, children, and young people.

WebsitePhysical placeCreative playDesign
0–14 · Free entry; some activities may be paid93
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National Children’s Museum Programs

National Children’s Museum in Washington, DC offers current early-learner, STEAM storytime, tinkering, fine-art, and family programmes that pair hands-on play with science, technology, engineering, art, and making.

WebsitePhysical placeEarly learningMuseum programmes
0–12 · Admission and membership access vary92
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UNIQLO Tate Play

Tate Modern’s family programme offers playful art-making, gallery activities, creative prompts, and hands-on experiences inspired by modern and contemporary art.

WebsitePhysical placeArt activitiesCreative play
All ages · Free programme; museum admission may vary90
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World Awareness Children’s Museum Online Programming

World Awareness Children’s Museum offers free online family programming with workshops, classes, interviews, crafts, and cultural exploration, plus optional live virtual programming through its linked teacher page.

WebsiteYouTube channelDownloadableCraftsCultural learning
3–12 · Free online page; optional linked programme terms vary84
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