Kid-Friendly Museums in and around Salt Lake City
Which museums are best for kids?
The Salt lake City area has great kid-friendly museums, both those designed specifically for kids and those that are family-friendly. Museums are GREAT places to expand horizons, inspire, ignite curiosity, dazzle the senses, and spend a few hours taking it all in. Some are hands-on, some have delicious restaurants, most have gift shops, and ALL are excited for you and your family to pay them a visit! Check out our Big List of area museums below.
If there is an attraction that we have missed in our list below, please email us to let us know, and we'll add it promptly. Thank you!
Additional Resources:
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Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum
Located in downtown Salt Lake City at the Gateway Mall, Discovery Gateway Children's Museum is a contemporary center that offers interactive and connecting experiences. The museum provides hands-on exploration opportunities through its indoor water-play and Dino-Dig. The museum also offers music workshops and art programs that are suitable for all ages, encouraging families to create, learn, and play together. The mission of the Discovery Gateway is to inspire children to imagine, discover, and connect with their world to make a difference. For more information, visit www.discoverygateway.org or follow us on Instagram @discoverygateway.
