Your local museum may have exhibits that will help bring the subject to life. Make a safety plan with your children in case you get separated, including the role of museum guards and other staff. Talk with your children about how to behave in the museum by explaining that museums have rules of acceptable and unacceptable behavior. You Can Do before You Go Call or write for admission fees, hours, travel directions, and best times for family visits. Ask what days of the week and what hours are the least crowded.
Some museums have free admission, while others ask for a small donation.
Some have certain days that are free or have discounts for families, senior citizens, students, and children. Call or write for accommodations and services for visitors with special needs, including parking, entrances, and access to exhibit areas. Check newspapers, your local library, or bookstores for special exhibitions, events, or programs that may appeal to children. Libraries and bookstores often have books and free pamphlets that provide listings and descriptions of family activities that include regional museums. If you have access to the Internet, visit the Web site of the museum you plan to visit.