WELCOME TO THE 

NORTHEAST TEXAS 

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 

The mission is to inspire imagination, enhance creativity and build confidence in children.

The Northeast Texas Children's Museum is a great place for kids to learn while playing. Since opening its doors in 2002, the Children’s Museum has served numerous children from the state and beyond, providing a creative and enriching learning experience. The Children's Museum provides opportunities for a playful and creative learning experience with its hands-on exhibits. Exhibits and programs are ideal for children ages 2 to 10, but children of all ages are welcome.

Come see us and experience fun at the Northeast Texas Children's Museum!

HOURS & ADMISSION

ADMISSION

Children: $8.00
Adults (18+): $7.00
1 & under: FREE

Admission is for one visit only.  If visitors leave the museum during the day, regular admission will be required to make a second visit.

Sunday: Closed
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday: 9:30AM – 4:30PM
Thursday: 9:30AM – 4:30PM
Friday: 9:30AM – 4:30PM
Saturday: 9:30AM - 4:30PM

HOURS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • The exhibits target children ages 2 to 8, though many activities engage visitors of all ages.

  • Free parking is available in the parking lot next to the Museum.

  • No. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

  • We recommend that you dress your children in casual play clothes. Most of our exhibits aren’t messy, but if your child plays in the Bubble Room or in the Great Outdoor Discovery Area, their clothes may get a little dirty.

  • Yes! You are more than welcome to bring food, we just ask that you refrain from eating in our exhibit areas. The Dino Diner inside the Museum is available for use and the Great Outdoor Discovery Area has picnic tables that can be used as an eating area. Please limit your use of the Dino Diner to 30 minutes.

  • Yes! We have a gift store with items as low as $1.00, including Northeast Texas Children’s Museum t-shirts for $20.00. All proceeds from purchases benefit the Museum and its programs.

  • We’re sorry, but all ticket sales are final.

ACCESSIBILITY

We will do our best to accommodate any accessibility needs you and your family require. A larger restroom is available for wheelchairs and the parking lot has a ramp that goes to the front door of the Museum. Semi-private rooms are available for nursing mothers or children needing a quiet space. Service animals in training are welcome at the Museum. If you or your child need any further accommodations, please let us know.

Museum Guidelines

In order to have the best possible experience at the Children’s Museum, we suggest that children:

  • Keep grown-ups with you at all times

  • Use inside voices

  • No running

  • Pick up toys before leaving exhibits

  • Keep shoes on at all times

  • No food or drinks outside of the Dino Diner, Party Room, and Great Outdoor Discovery Area

  • Please note that we are not a drop-off center or childcare facility. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, including in the Great Outdoor Discovery Area.