Edwardsville Children’s Museum
Children’s Museum Near St. Louis
Located just 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis this children’s museum is the perfect weekend outing for families.
What ages is this Children’s Museum Best for?
Every child is different but I would say in general this museum would be best for kids ages 2-10. My 8 year old and 5 year old had a blast and they have multiple exhibits with plenty of activities.
Edwardsville Children’s Museum Exhibits
The Edwardsville Children’s Museum is always growing and changing and has new events and exhibits. Check their website for current events and exhibit information.
Recent Exhibits
Here are some of the exhibits my kids liked the most from our visit in Fall 2024:
Makerspace
Animal Hospital
Outdoor Play
Look Outside! Indoor nature exhibit
Learn and Play
Playing is learning, especially at a young age and the Edwardsville Children’s Museum has so many fun and educational exhibits.
Kids Indoor Winter Activity
They had a couple nature-play areas that my kids loved and are great for pretend outdoor play in the cold winter months.
Outdoor Play at Edwardsville Children’s Museum
Outside at the Edwardsville Children’s Museum they have a kid-size track with cars, scooters and more outdoor toys. My boys loved racing each other around and around.
Edwardsville Children’s Museum Tickets
Tickets to the Edwardsville Children’s Museum are $10 for kids ages 0-12 and $8 per teenager or adult. I recommend getting to the museum early for a parking spot and to have the museum mostly to yourself.
Children’s Museum Hours
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 9:30am – 2:00pm
Friday: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:30am – 2:30pm
Wednesdays and Sundays: Closed for private parties and events
Edwardsville Children’s Museum Membership
If you plan on visiting the Edwardsville Children’s Museum more than a few times a year then definitely consider joining as a member! Family membership at the museum gets you unlimited annual admission for up to 5 designated family members, member discount rate for birthday parties & programs, 10% discount on ECM merchandise, and priority registration for programs and events.
Children’s Activities St. Louis
The Edwardsville Children’s Museum is one of many fun children’s activities in and around St. Louis. Definitely add this children’s museum to your St. Louis family summer bucket list this year!