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