The Mid-America Science Museum in Hot Springs, AR should have been named the Mid America Science Creative Center (or something like that). When I think of a museum, I think of a place with old artifacts and stuffy air. Don’t get me wrong, I like a good museum but this “museum” is so much more than that. In today’s “Mid-America Science Museum Review,” I’m going to tell you exactly why it is one of the best kid-friendly things to do in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
The Mid-America Science Museum has also been named one of the Best Hot Springs Arkansas Family Vacation Ideas by All About Arkansas.
Mid-America Science Museum Review
A pioneer in hands-on science learning, Mid-America Science Museum has been a resource for innovative STEM education since its opening in 1979. Serving as a unique destination for generations of families for 40 years, Mid-America Science Museum continues to provide an escape for curious minds of all ages.
Mid America Science Museum
Located less than a mile from Hot Springs National Park, Mid-America Science Museum is surrounded by a beautiful natural setting.
Geared toward all ages
One of my favorite things about the Mid-America Science Museum is that it isn’t just for kids. This is a place where people of all ages can learn, explore, and have a wonderful time.
When we have visited, I know I have just as much fun as our kids. In fact, the last time we were there, my husband and I were mesmerized by a huge water display in the center of the museum.
You could try to balance foam balls on top of fountains of water or send foam balls flying up a shoot to the second floor. Our kids were having a great time placing with the water and the foam balls. We always made sure they had a full supply of them by sending them through chutes to different places.
Hands-On Learning
As a homeschooling mom, I know that my kids learn best with hands-on activities. That’s why I bought my 4-year-old an abacus. He loves math and I knew an abacus would provide a hands-on way for him to visualize math.
The Mid-America Science Museum provides excellent hands-on learning experiences in many areas of science. For example, my young daughter created a 30-second stop-animation film using their manipulatives and a computer.
Spacious Facility
With two levels, a sky walk, a light bridge, and spacious outdoor areas, you will never feel crowded at the Mid-America Science Museum!
Outdoor Play
The Mid-America Science Museum provides plenty of outdoor areas for children and adults to exercise and play. One of our favorite spaces is the rope trampoline!
And the rope bridge.
Mid-America also has a DinoTrek.
The newest permanent addition to Mid-America Science Museum is the Oaklawn Foundation DinoTrek. Arkansas’ first permanent outdoor dinosaur exhibit, guests may now hike among the dinosaurs dispersed throughout the museum’s 21-wooded acre outdoor landscape.
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Mid-America Science Museum Review
The Mid-America Science Museum is a family favorite of ours in Hot Springs. I hope you won’t miss it!
Also, don’t miss the gift shop! We picked up a wooden tangram set that my kids love.
While you’re in Hot Springs, be sure to check a few things off your EPIC Arkansas Bucket List!
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