The Northeast Texas Children’s Museum opened its doors in 2002. In 2019, we purchased our current building and seven acres at 100 Maple Street. We have served children from across the United States, providing a creative and enriching learning experience through the museum’s many exhibits. We are thankful for our many friends and supporters. With help from the generous contributions from families, companies, and individuals, we are able to increase our programming, enhance our exhibit areas, and introduce new workshops and performers. The Northeast Texas Children’s Museum provides opportunities for a playful and creative learning experience. The Museum’s hands-on exhibits and planned activities serve to enhance and supplement classroom curriculum.
Our Mission: The mission of the Northeast Texas Children’s Museum is to inspire imagination, enhance creativity and build confidence in children.
Goal Statement: We will accomplish the mission of the Northeast Texas Children’s Museum by investing in hands-on, minds-on opportunities for children to engage in activities that will strengthen their intellect and prepare them for a future of competition and collaboration in the world.
Our Status: The Northeast Children’s Museum is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization under the direction of a Board of Directors.
Staff
Executive Director
Sharline Freeman
Front Desk
D’Ann Frank
Carolyn McFarland
Board of Directors
Stephanie Muller, President
Community Volunteer
Ann Reel, Vice President
Educator Testing Coordinator/Certification, TAMUC
Mike Horne, Treasurer
Latson’s
Brenda Estes, Secretary
Community Volunteer
Becky Adams
Curriculum & Instruction Clinical Instructor, TAMUC
Beth Dattamo
Atmos Energy
Randy Harp
Dean/Professor, College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, TAMUC
Mary Hendrix
Commerce ISD
Bonnie Hunter
Chamber of Commerce, City of Commerce
Danielle Kidd
Brookshire’s
Gary Rusch
Community Volunteer
Mandy Stewart
The Hometown Group
Beckey Thompson
Community Volunteer
Lonnie Plunkett
Community Volunteer
Dixie Turman
State Farm Insurance
Wyman Williams
Community Volunteer