Best Museums & Educational Spots For Kids

Explore the best best museums & educational spots for kids options for kids and families in Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

Galleries with a focus on American works. Over 7,000 works on display with emphasis on 20th-century American art plus classes for all ages.

410 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States

Gilded Pear Gallery

Gilded Pear Gallery

Visit this great place for kids and families!

808 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, United States

The History Center

The History Center

Historical society library & archives. Library & archives of the local historical society, open by appointment for research.

800 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

African American Museum Of Iowa

African American Museum Of Iowa

Exhibits of African American heritage. Museum celebrating the heritage of African Americans in Iowa through exhibits, events & workshops.

55 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Central European culture & history. Galleries showcasing the Czech & Slovak experience plus genealogy library, Christmas market & more.

1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, United States

Brucemore

Brucemore

Visit this great place for kids and families!

2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, United States

Ushers Ferry Historic Village

Ushers Ferry Historic Village

Early-20th-century re-creation & tours. Recreated circa-1890–1910 town with 20+ buildings open seasonally for tours & educational programs.

5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411

Seminole Valley Park

Seminole Valley Park

Park with a historic village & farm. This 409-acre park features a historic village & farm, a playground, a soccer field, trails & more.

5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411

Indian Creek Nature Center

Indian Creek Nature Center

Scenic destination with trails & events. Nature preserve with scenic trails & educational events, plus a sustainable building with exhibits.

5300 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

The Play Cafe

The Play Cafe

Visit this great place for kids and families!

151-153 Marion Blvd, Marion, IA 52302, United States

DKW Art Gallery & Studios

DKW Art Gallery & Studios

Visit this great place for kids and families!

840 7th Ave, Marion, IA 52302, United States

The Granger House Victorian Museum

The Granger House Victorian Museum

Visit this great place for kids and families!

970 10th St, Marion, IA 52302, United States

Devonian Fossil Gorge

Devonian Fossil Gorge

Rare site of a prehistoric ocean floor. Archeological wonder revealing the ancient remains of an ocean floor from 375 million years ago.

2850 Prairie Du Chien Rd NE, Iowa City, IA 52240, United States

The Iowa Children's Museum

The Iowa Children's Museum

Interactive educational museum for kids. This colorful museum is aimed at teaching kids about the world around them through fun & play.

1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA 52241

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Animals, biodiversity & Iowa history. Permanent exhibits about the natural world, including mammals & birds, plus the history of Iowa.

Macbride Hall, 17 N Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Old Capitol Museum

Old Capitol Museum

Landmark site with historical exhibits. Iconic building & former government center featuring a gold dome & exhibits on local history.

21 N Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52242, United States

Stanley Museum of Art

Stanley Museum of Art

Large collection, including African art. Diverse collection including modern, contemporary & African art, plus Jackson Pollock’s "Mural."

160 W Burlington St, Iowa City, IA 52242, United States

Creative Adventure Lab

Creative Adventure Lab

Visit this great place for kids and families!

101 E 1st St, Monticello, IA 52310, United States

National Farm Toy Museum

National Farm Toy Museum

Farm toys, history exhibits & displays. This agricultural museum offers thousands of toys, exhibits & displays on the history of farming.

1110 16th Ave SE, Dyersville, IA 52040, United States

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