Best Museums & Educational Spots for Kids
Explore the best best museums & educational spots for kids options for kids and families in Iowa City
Old Capitol Museum
Landmark site with historical exhibits. Iconic building & former government center featuring a gold dome & exhibits on local 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.
Stanley Museum of Art
Large collection, including African art. Diverse collection including modern, contemporary & African art, plus Jackson Pollock’s "Mural."
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.
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.
Indian Creek Nature Center
Scenic destination with trails & events. Nature preserve with scenic trails & educational events, plus a sustainable building with exhibits.
National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Central European culture & history. Galleries showcasing the Czech & Slovak experience plus genealogy library, Christmas market & more.
African American Museum Of Iowa
Exhibits of African American heritage. Museum celebrating the heritage of African Americans in Iowa through exhibits, events & workshops.
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.
Gilded Pear Gallery
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The History Center
Historical society library & archives. Library & archives of the local historical society, open by appointment for research.
Brucemore
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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.
Ushers Ferry Historic Village
Early-20th-century re-creation & tours. Recreated circa-1890–1910 town with 20+ buildings open seasonally for tours & educational programs.
The Play Cafe
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DKW Art Gallery & Studios
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The Granger House Victorian Museum
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Creative Adventure Lab
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