Milwaukee Public Museum

Category: Natural history museum

Address: 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA

Phone: +14142782728

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: 10AM–5PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Ron D

Oct 27, 2022

This is a new of the best museum visits you'll ever make. Just do it. Great for the whole family.

Carlos G

Oct 26, 2022

Fine

Jenny Quinlan

Oct 26, 2022

Fantastic! Absolutely beautiful 😍.

Brian Woodgate

Oct 26, 2022

One of my favorite museums of all time.

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Questions & Answers

At what time do the exhibits come to life?

Nick Ubert | Oct 28, 2018
Adam Bultman | Oct 28, 2018

I stayed their all night with the cub scouts and they never did. lol

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What is the price to go to the Milwaukee public museum?

Tony Esser | Oct 28, 2018
Tim Emanuelson | Oct 27, 2020

16 dollars on weeknds. Kids under 4 are free

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Hello, what is the entrance price to the museum? Thank you

Ana Encarnacion | Oct 28, 2018
steven thompson | Oct 28, 2018

16 on weekends and kids under 4 are free

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How much would it cost for 2 adults and 3 children under 12?

Andrea W. | Oct 28, 2018
Tom Becker | Oct 28, 2018

With the maya exhibit adults are 28, kids are 19, take 2 off each ticket if Mke Cty resident

How much is the imax

Ish Elbey | Oct 28, 2018
Susan Belongia | Oct 28, 2018

Free with reg admission or $8 for admission and$7 for seniors

What day of the week is it free too get in

Latasha Hayward | Oct 28, 2018
Greg | Oct 28, 2018

The first Thursday of every month for all visitors is free. Milwaukee County residents are free everyday. Mondays are also free from 9 a.m. till noon.

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Can you bring food in?

Carolyn Lanni | Oct 28, 2019
Nicki Jaeger | Oct 28, 2019

Yes

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Is this a good place to take a 7 month old and an almost 3 year old?

Shelley DeCleene | Oct 28, 2018
Andy Karlson | Oct 28, 2018

Just maybe skip the life-size diorama of a triceratops getting eviscerated by a T-rex, it's a little intense for my kids fwiw.

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Is the museum open on Christmas day

Leslie Berry | Oct 28, 2018
Amber Raflik | Oct 28, 2018

No

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Are there any museums in Wisconsin Down covered by milwaukee museums pass?

Nancy Nelson | Jul 29, 2022
Steve Siy | Aug 28, 2022

The Milwaukee Public Museum is a member of the ASTC and ROAM reciprocal programs. Check with the museum you are visiting to see if they are also members to receive reciprocal admission benefits.

Is the restaurant open inside the museum?

Felicia Clayborne | Jun 29, 2022
Nycki Willemsen | Jun 29, 2022

Yea

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Will you be open on Christmas eve? Thanks :)

Kira Sayler | Oct 27, 2020
Justin Pelzek | Oct 27, 2020

They close at 3PM on Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day

Is this the museum I visited as a child with an underground cobblestone town complete with Nickelodeon?

Summer Steward | Oct 28, 2019
Liene White | Oct 28, 2019

There is cobble stone in the Old Milwaukee portion of the museum, but No nickelodeon.

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Do they still have the butterfly room?

Batata Ratata | Oct 28, 2019
Theodore Mall | Oct 27, 2020

It is a big attraction.

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Is there free parking?

Jennifer M. Ramirez | Oct 28, 2019
Carla Centeno | Oct 28, 2019

No there isn't unfortunately. You can use their parking structure but there's a fee involved.

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Do they have a display of rocks my nephew is really interested in rocks

Sarahjane Underhill | Oct 28, 2019
Whitney H | Oct 28, 2019

Yes. In 1879, various collections were incorporated into the Natural History Society of Wisconsin (the foundation for the Milwaukee Public Museum) and included 3500 rocks and minerals, and 1870 fossils.

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What are free days?

Sharon Jensen | Oct 28, 2019
Sravan | Oct 28, 2019

First Thursdays in the month. You can also check on the website for more detailed information about events and services.

Is there off street parking?

David Kielpinski | Oct 28, 2019
Don Kender | Oct 28, 2019

There is a u-pay parking lot attached to the museum on the east side of the building. This is what we use.

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Is there a military discount offered?

Marlyce Fletcher | Oct 28, 2019
Tim King | Oct 28, 2019

Yep here you go: https://www.mpm.edu/plan-visit/tickets

How's the handicap parking? Is there a charge?

Liisa Kemp | Oct 28, 2018
Andy Karlson | Oct 28, 2018

There's abundant handicap parking in the main, enclosed, parking lot. On-street parking is available too; I've noticed numerous open spots the last few times we've been there. I'm sorry I can't speak to whether or not there's a charge!

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What do they have there?

M Martinz | Oct 28, 2018
JK 47 | Oct 28, 2018

Check out their website.

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Rent a wheelchair

Issac Cintron | Oct 28, 2018
Nicholas Hutton | Oct 28, 2018

Free first come first served

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Is the museum open on new years day

Bobby Bradley | Oct 28, 2018
Steven Runke | Oct 28, 2018

They are open on New Years day from 9am to 5pm

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Free family days?

Leticia Vazquez | Oct 28, 2017
withakdamit | Oct 28, 2017

First Thursday of every month. Open 9am to 8pm

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When is free days

tami franda | Oct 28, 2017
Narine Harut | Oct 28, 2018

ALL visitors receive FREE access to the permanent exhibits of MPM on the first Thursday of every month during Kohl's Thank You Thursday.

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do you have scooter rental RENTALS

Diana L | Aug 28, 2022
James Cila | Aug 28, 2022

There are bikes outside but no scooters I saw. The bikes can be rented.

How much is the ticket price

winb B | Aug 28, 2022
Bhella Marie | Aug 28, 2022

Kids 4-13 y/o - $16 Adult 18-64yo- $22

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do we get free parking

Sathyananda I Bhat | Aug 28, 2022
Mark Post | Aug 28, 2022

You are funny. No free parking.

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Does MPM offer free WiFi to guests?

BP Vue | Aug 28, 2022
Lill | Aug 28, 2022

Yes, there's free public wifi in the building. MPM Guest I believe.

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Is there any headphones for the people with blindness to hear the description of the exhibits?

Felicia Clayborne | Jun 29, 2022
Peter Koester | Jun 29, 2022

The museum offers a free app (downloadable on Android Google play or Apple app store) called "MPM All In", which includes exhibit social stories, videos, communication prompts, etc. For more audio-guide information, I would check the front desk or call museum directly.

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How long is the exhibit tour?

Felicia Clayborne | Jun 29, 2022
Princess Sharp | Jun 29, 2022

It’s a good 2.5 hours because it’s so big maybe longer

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How to reserve tickets for the free day April 7TH 2023

Kerry Fetzer | Mar 31, 2022
Alexa vloglily | Mar 31, 2022

I believe you can't reserve the free day tickets online until the week before the date. You can always call and see if they can reserve tickets for you, but im not sure if they're restricted to only selling it the week before, as well.

Is there only one free day??

La Trina Jones | Oct 27, 2021
Adriana Vazquez | Oct 27, 2021

The first Thursday of every month is free for Milwaukee residents. 👍

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Is there a date for re open?

Vanessa Bowser | Oct 27, 2021
Milwaukee Public Museum | Oct 27, 2021

MPM is currently open Thursday - Sunday. For the most update information on hours of operations and COVID procedures, please go to www.mpm.edu/reopening

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Is the museum back open today

Tokingah Holmes | Oct 27, 2020
La Tasha Lux | Oct 27, 2020

Unfortunately not yet.

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Can somebody please help my son and I..... My sone is autistic and an artist. When he talks about something or a memory he needs specifics. He thinks he remembers an exhibit that was named " A World of Tomorrow" Does anyone remember this?

BB Lee | Oct 27, 2020
Mel Silverbrandt | Oct 27, 2020

No I do not remember this. Contact museum and ask them.

It was fun how old is the place

Robert Hung | Oct 27, 2020
Ed Astro | Oct 27, 2020

Opened in 1884, there's a neat display about the museum's history on the first floor I believe.

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Is the. Milwaukee Museum still free on Monday's please....Ty😍😍😍

Latonya Harrison | Oct 27, 2020
Tim Emanuelson | Oct 27, 2020

No it is not. It’s free the first Thursday of each month

Would it be free entry tomorrow?

aghgh | Oct 27, 2020
Dori Z | Oct 27, 2020

Yes, first thursday of the month

How much is the ticket?

Lillie Randle | Oct 27, 2020
john litzau | Oct 27, 2020

The prices we just paid are $21 for adult and $15 for our 11 year old. Under 4 is free.

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Is there accessible tickets for people who use a wheelchair?

Martin Flores | Oct 27, 2020
Sarah M | Oct 27, 2020

yes if you park in the parking structure

When is the museum free?

Dulce S “Candy” Herrera Mathuzima | Oct 27, 2020
Nicole L. | Oct 27, 2020

The First Thursday of every month. All day, open to close.

When is the free day

Glenda Johnson | Oct 27, 2020
L G | Oct 27, 2020

The first Thursday of every month

Is there a free day to visit?

Christan Daniels | Oct 28, 2019
Josh Larson | Oct 28, 2019

Yes check the website

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Where is $5 Museum parking for members?

Rita Robbins | Oct 28, 2019
Sarah Redding | Oct 28, 2019

I believe that you park in the main garage and then you have to get your ticket stamped or checked at the front desk inside the museum when you check in.

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I may have found a piece of a meteorite, would I be able to bring it there to get checked?

Kevin McGinnis | Oct 28, 2019
Theodore Mall | Oct 27, 2020

Call

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I have found what I think is a Lee Firearms rifle made in Wisconsin. I believe you have a couple in your museum. Is there some I can contact to get some more information on it. I live in Rome Ga. Thanks.

Fred Shirley | Oct 28, 2019
iana Cichocki | Oct 28, 2019

I'm not sure. I would go to a local pawn shop and I'm sure they can give soecifics. Blesses. N good luck. Sounds like you have

What time does Bingo start tonight?

Jennifer M. Ramirez | Oct 28, 2019
Al Somethin | Oct 28, 2019

Wow I didnt think they had bingo at the museum.

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Is there truck parking there or near by

Jennifer M. Ramirez | Oct 28, 2019
Theodore Mall | Oct 27, 2020

You may have to find parking for your rig on your own if it doesn't fit in the garage parking spaces.

Who space suit is in the museum?

Maggie Shearier | Oct 28, 2019
Malinda G. | Oct 28, 2019

Humor me, An Amazing Astronauts You must go see !!! ! JUST DO IT ! 🤯 Google it or ☎️

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How much it costs to get in museum

Paula Bullock | Oct 28, 2019
Zachariah Wells | Oct 28, 2019

The price varies on age and membership. I suggest looking at the museum's website. Have fun!

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how can i write about the milwaukee musem or where can i go

Wanda Amezcua | Oct 28, 2019
Theodore Mall | Oct 27, 2020

Google maps has a review feature where you can write. Otherwise, contact the museum.

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When are free days?

Sharon Jensen | Oct 28, 2019
Derek Matuszewski | Oct 28, 2019

First Thursday of every month from 9am to 8pm. https://www.mpm.edu/plan-visit/visitors/ticket-prices

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Is open on Saturday

Latonya Mcbride | Oct 28, 2019
Maritzabel Saunders | Oct 28, 2019

Yes, from 9am-5pm. It's also open on Sunday from 11am-5pm.

where to park

Izuku Midoriya | Oct 28, 2019
jenny Bolinski | Oct 28, 2019

There is a parking structure connected to the Milwaukee public museum or meter parking if you find a parking spot out on the street by MATC

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Open on President's day?

Lucy Hesselberg | Oct 28, 2019
Alexander Brownie Man James | Oct 28, 2019

July 4th, November 28th and December 25th are the only closed dates for 2019 from the MPM's website.

What is the cost of the entrance to the museum?

Juanita Guadalupe | Oct 28, 2019
mary | Oct 28, 2019

It's free

Will mpm be open on MLK day?

Maria C Martinez | Oct 28, 2019
Noah Ludford | Oct 28, 2019

Yes. Go and take in the culture.

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Family passes gift cards available?

Donna Mrowka | Oct 28, 2019
Theodore Mall | Oct 27, 2020

Call

how much do it cost to get in

tamara evans | Oct 28, 2018
Tom Reddish | Oct 28, 2018

I think it is 18 to get in but you can go on the free day which is the first Thursday of each month.

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Can adults just stay overnight in the museum?

Amylynn32 | Oct 28, 2018
Milwaukee Public Museum | Oct 28, 2018

Hi Amy, Our next adult sleepover will take place in Spring of 2020, but we will be hosting several adults-only evening events this year. The first is Mystery at MPM on October 19. You can find out more info at http://www.mpm.edu/mystery.

Can I carry in bottled water?

Bill Yoing | Oct 28, 2018
Abby Uljanec | Oct 28, 2018

100% yes. Just make sure it's a reclosing one

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What day is half pr0ice or free for county residents?

Debra Gordon | Oct 28, 2018
Jamese Smiley | Oct 28, 2018

Every first Thursday of the month is free

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How much are the tickets if any?

S Medina | Oct 28, 2018
Rose Teska | Oct 28, 2018

17 for an adult and 12 for kids. Under 2 is free

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What is the exhibit that is showing now

Kathy Maples | Oct 28, 2018
Robert G Strange | Oct 28, 2018

It shows about every region of the world, or a look at the way it used to be. A little glimpse of everything imaginable. Well worth th visit if you are in the area.

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__ how much is the entrance for adults, seniors and kids?

Aurea Espinosa | Oct 28, 2018
Chere Amore | Oct 28, 2018

Includes all Permanent Exhibits and a Planetarium  Adults $18. Children 5 to 13 $12. Senior 65+ $14 college student and active military $14. I'd required Includes all Permanent Exhibits, a Planetarium Program, and Dome TheaterAdults $24. Children 5 to 13 $18. Senior 65+ $20 college student and active military $20. I'd required 1st Thursday of month is free admission for all visitors

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How much is the entrance

Reman Burgos | Oct 28, 2018
Jerry Arnold | Oct 28, 2018

18 adults and 15 children? Not very safe from children. Parking on the street on Sundays is free. By the way, the walk is very nice.

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What kind of exhibits are in the Wisconsin Public Museum?

Carrington Smith | Oct 28, 2018
Sandy Baker | Oct 28, 2018

Love the Streets of old Milwaukee, the live butterfly exhibit, and the American Indian costumes.

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Today it opened

S T S Channel คนลาว | Oct 28, 2018
Theodore Mall | Oct 27, 2020

It did

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How much to get in?

Izzy Ham | Oct 28, 2018
Andy Karlson | Oct 28, 2018

$25 for adults, $16 for ages 5-13, and $18 for 65+, college students, and military. They also have reciprocal admission with many other museums.

How much is the entrance

Behildis Depalog | Oct 28, 2018
Julie Olver | Oct 28, 2018

Adult tickets are $18. Youth (ages 5-13) tickets are $12 and senior, college student and active military tickets are $14. Note: Admission is always free on the first Thursday of every month, thanks to a partnership with Kohl's.

Is it open on memerial day?

Toni Marunowski | Oct 28, 2018
Janelle Williams | Oct 28, 2018

Yes. 10am to 5pm

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This may sound dumb but can you just go in and pay the entrance money or do you have to book some things around?

ntxhi xii | Oct 28, 2018
Printhia Bland | Oct 28, 2018

Yes you can pay entrance only.

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Does a membership in milwaukee public museum allow free admission to milwaukee art museum? What about chicago art institute?

Merri Oxley | Oct 28, 2018
Larry Beatty | Oct 28, 2018

Don't think so, because MAM membership doesn't get you into public museum.

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Can you rent wheelchairs

Lizabeth Ramirez | Oct 28, 2018
Bryan Bolz | Oct 28, 2018

I don't believe so. I have never noticed anyone with one that was a 'rental'. But I would call them to clarify.

Are backpacks allowed in the museum?

laura bobbe | Oct 28, 2018
Theodore Mall | Oct 27, 2020

Yes, but they may be checked for security.

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Where do you park for the Muswum?

Jean Sherman | Oct 28, 2018
Henry Gerner | Oct 28, 2018

In parking structure next to museum, have your ticket validated when buying tickets for museum. Only 5 dollars for parking then. Stay in extreme right lane when exiting if paying by cash.

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What is the addition fee?

Michelle Schneidewent | Oct 28, 2018
Andy Karlson | Oct 28, 2018

Often the museum hosts visiting special shows and exhibits, and there is an additional fee to enter those.

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Are you open on Easter Sunday (April 1)? Thanks

Liz Leahey | Oct 28, 2018
elizabeth garcia | Oct 28, 2018

Yes, 11am to 5pm

What are the dates and times for the Mayan exhibit that’s going on ?

Dan Junius | Oct 28, 2018
Lisa W | Oct 28, 2018

The exhibit runs 2/10-5/28, and is open during regular museum hours: M-F 10-5 Sat 9-5 Sun 11-5

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Do you get to see the Mayan exhibit for free on Free Thursday?

Ellen C Warren | Oct 28, 2018
Gayle La Roy | Oct 28, 2018

Even members have to pay extra for the Mayan exhibit

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What is the cost to go to the Milwaukee Public Museum and the Maya exhibit

Nicolette Kyle | Oct 28, 2018
Sean Sartler | Oct 28, 2018

Adults tickets are $25 and kids are $16. That includes a Maya pass and the ability to go to the Planetarium.

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Are they open on Valentine’s Day?

Savannah Menzer | Oct 28, 2018
TGX | Oct 28, 2018

Yes.

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Does the Museum still do the Dinosaur Dash 5k?

Mark Russell | Oct 28, 2018
Stacey Thieme | Oct 28, 2018

I remember the Dinosaur Dash! It took place in the 1980's and 1990's. My Uncle ran it every year. I remember the triceratops t-shirts. 1999 might have been the last year it was held. We've been members for the past few years- if they were still holding it, we would have heard something about it.

Do you give discounts for group homes?

Pam Sutfin | Oct 28, 2018
Cassandra Mae Lanich | Oct 28, 2018

They do have a free day every month for Milwaukee residents its the first Thursday of every month. As for discounts call and ask.

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Recently, last couple of months, I paid my membership dues and have yet to receive my cards. What's up?

James Szarek | Oct 28, 2018
A | Oct 28, 2018

I would ask directly. It could be holidays that are causing delay or the post office.

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Is the museum on new year day?

Gay Offutt | Oct 28, 2018
Dovid Staples | Oct 28, 2018

If we aren't hungover

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How much it cost?

Jovy Crd | Oct 28, 2018
Matthew H | Oct 28, 2018

Exhibit: Adult $24 Youth (5-13) $17 Senior $19 College student or active military $19 According to their ticket page. Regular Museum pass Price: Adult $21 Youth $15 Senior $17 College student or military $17 Children under 4 FREE Look ticket page on their official website for free days.

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How much time should I allow to see everything?

stacie scheet | Oct 28, 2017
Beth Tweedy | Oct 28, 2017

We spent a good two hours there and only got through 2 or 3 exhibits taking our time and reading. I feel like we probably could have spent a couple more there no problem.

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Is it free on Thursday

Sherry Williams | Oct 28, 2017
Dean Trac | Oct 28, 2017

First Thursday of the month. Go early, it gets crowded.

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