Our Mission:
Ignite the natural curiosity of every child through the power of play in a dynamic, awe-inspiring environment
Join us at the Museum on Thursday, October 2 for a one-of-a-kind fundraising event filled with creativity, laughter, and community spirit. Cheer on the playful build challenge, enjoy interactive fun, and support our mission to spark curiosity in every child.
PLAY. It's what we do.
MUSEUM HOURS
- TUESDAYS: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- WEDNESDAYS: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- THURSDAYS: 9:00AM - 7:00PM
- FRIDAYS: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- SATURDAYS: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- SUNDAYS: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- MONDAYS: CLOSED
Daily Admission: $13/person
ADMISSION: $13/PERSON over 12 months
A membership to the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota includes unlimited access to the Museum’s galleries during regular business hours, special discounts in the Museum gift shop, and invitations to exclusive members-only events for less than $13 a month! The Museum offers a variety of membership packages to suit the needs of individuals, families, and groups.
Browse the Museum’s membership packages to find an option that works best for you. Contact Museum staff for further details.
Ignite Your Child's Curiosity With
No School? Join us for an awe-inspiring year filled with opportunities for children to use their curiosity, collaboration, communication, critical thinking and creativity!
Proudly Presented By: Xcel Energy Foundation
Join us at the Pollinators at Play Butterfly House for our final event of the season—tag and release Monarchs on their journey to Mexico!
UPCOMING EVENTS
September 2025
Baby Play
Bookmobile
Baby Play
Bookmobile
Taking Care of Our Teeth
Exhibits
At the Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota, each exhibit is intentionally designed as a robust educational resource that contributes to the well-being of children and the community. Our exhibits are created with an understanding of children’s development and based on local settings and landmarks with play potential for children, their parents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers to explore, think, discover, learn, and enjoy.
Explore
Children learn best through hands-on play.
Discover
The Museum environment captivates children with a wide variety of interactive exhibits.
Think
Young minds need challenges and experiences to grow!
Learn
Exhibits are thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity and imagination.
Enjoy
Not only is play an incredible source of fun, but it is also crucial to children’s well-being.
