22 Dallas-Fort Worth Museums for Kids to Explore

Stephanie W. said:  Check out Denton's hands-on children's museum, Explorium, for sensory fun! The Explorium encourages exploratory play and discovery through science, technology, engineering, arts and math. Different traveling programs and camps are available, such as archeological digs, body system explorations and Lego plate tectonics.

Closed Sundays & Tuesdays

Stephanie W. said:  The CR Smith Museum is an awesome way to spend a day in Fort Worth learning about the history of American Airlines! CR Smith was a chief executive of the airline for many years and helped transform it into the company it is today. See gigantic plane engines, airplane models, and learn about how airplanes fly in the Flightlab. What's more, the museum offers summer camps for kids of different ages who are interested in a career in aviation!

Open Friday & Saturday

Stephanie W. said:  The Cowboy Hall of Fame honors over 140 men and women who have excelled in rodeo and the western lifestyle of Texas. Each honoree has a station with personal memorabilia for families to enjoy. It also has exhibits about the history of the cowboy and an exploratorium for children opened in 2007, where kids can learn about how a cowboy would pack his horse and wagon for a trail ride. You'll love learning about Texas's history at this entertaining museum!

Stephanie W. said:  The Modern is dedicated to preserving post-World War II art in its many mediums. With over 3,000 pieces of art, all movements are represented. The art comes mainly from American and European artists. Tours focused on the art as well as the structure they reside in are available, and families of all ages are encouraged to attend. Camps and drawing lessons with an artist are also available to kids and teens!

Closed Mondays

Stephanie W. said:  Kimbell's art not only lies within its exhibits but also its architecture. Louis Kahn designed this world-renowned structure that people from near and far come to admire. With art from all over the world, spanning from Ancient America to Asian and African exhibits, your family will love exploring this gorgeous museum in Fort Worth. Be sure to check the website for upcoming Children's Workshops!

Closed Mondays

christadiserio said:  As Texans, many of us dream of meeting those real-life cowgirls and cowboys. Through the history collected in this museum, your kids will meet some real-life and important cowgirls! Over 5,000 artifacts are held in the museum's collection - standout artifacts include Annie Oakley's wedding ring and gun, as well as Nudie Cohn designed clothing and saddle. You and the family will love it all - saddle up, friends!

Closed Mondays

Stephanie W. said:  This museum is so tailored to kids, you know it was created with them in mind! With many unique exhibits, planetarium and Innovation Studio, a notable section of this museum is the Children's Museum, for children ages 8 and under. They have an indoor block building site where children can construct a train and innovative water play stations. Also check out the DinoDig where children can dig for fossils! Your kids will love this interactive museum!