Such a great time! The grandkids loved it almost as much as we did. The owners are such great…read morehosts, and you truly will be amazed by all the fun details! So much to see. Don't forget the train ride!

Such a great place for kids (young and old)! I'd recommend planning to spend about an hour there…read more There's lots of buttons to push for the kids and TONS of details to keep the adults busy.

We stopped here on our way on our vacation. It was a little out of the way but nice to explore…read moresomething else besides madison children museum and Betty Brin children museum in Milwaukee. We were pleasantly surprised how large inside and how clean and well maintained. Admission is $16 which is for kid with 2 adults. It is a little expensive but it's better than our play cafe little village which charges $12-14. My son loved the pirate ship with slide. My daughter loved the market stand. Upstairs has vending machine with reasonable price treats and drinks.

Very fun neat place to take the kiddos!! It was a lot bigger inside than I was expecting. There…read morewere so many different little areas set up to explore! My daughter ran from area to area for about an hour just checking everything out to see what was all there. The art craft area is very cool - set up perfectly for the kiddos to hop in and paint quickly, or do the other crafts/coloring/art. My daughter loved the stage - she loves to perform! We will absolutely be back lots. It's a perfect place to go in long WI winters.

Why is this museum so exceptional?! Seriously, I am a museum junkie for sure, and this is one of…read morethe BEST learning spaces I have ever seen. Especially, considering the small size of the community, and the distinctly rural nature of its history, the stories shared are compelling, beautifully rendered, and artistically curated. I did not expect to spend so much time reading every sign and exploring every detail of the artifacts on display - well done to the team behind this space! Special recognition goes to the portion of the exhibit covering the Native residents of the area. An accurate depiction of removal and resettlement, an honest account of the human impact of settlement and colonization, as well as an up to date account of the current status of the first residents - this is the most complete and accurate account I have seen in a Wisconsin museum, and it is very appreciated. The telegraph exhibit comes alive when you approach - be warned, it scared me! LOL - but I bet kids love it.

Update: I need to be more patient! This new completed exhibit was worth the wait! They brought back…read morethe general Store exhibit and expanded on the old museum 10x it's shiny new and has a very engaging layout. Lots to read and look at very educational. Open Wednesday-Sunday $4.00 for adults $3.00 for seniors Old review: I had been to the original museum a few years before the renovation. The old location was crammed full of photos, artifacts and exhibits that although in a small space, it took quite a bit of time to get through and read and see everything. The old gift shop had a general store vibe and was a bit lackluster. The new renovation is beautiful! The exhibit seems much more spread out and small than the old one. The new gift shop is top notch! Lots of awesome books, gifts and cool trinkets. The guy said they are still working on a few installations that are not yet completed. I will be very interested to go back again when it is completed. The museum is technically free or pay what you will, I paid on my way in and wished I had paid after I walked through, I hope my generous donation goes towards the completion of the other exhibits! This place had a lot of potential.

I went with my 1 and 3 year old on a Thursday morning at 915 am. This is a great option if you…read moredon't want to venture downtown. There are many areas that focus on different types of play. Between activities and amenities, this place is awesome! They have a nursing/zen area as well as plenty of changing table spaces. Overall I could see during crowded times it maybe overwhelming for some kids. For us at this specific time there was enough to do to keep the kids engaged. This is a great energy consumer for littles! We'll absolutely be back when we're in town.

We visited here on our last leg back from vacation to fond du lac. For its size, it has so much to…read moreexplore. The art studio has so much to do with hot glue gun, letters, beads, etc. There was also toddler area for little ones to explore in peace. We enjoyed the car repair and playhouse with kitchen items. There was also construction and wooden train areas which were a hit too. Subway was just next door which was nice to grab a bite to eat. Children's museum reciprocal membership was recognized so saved 50% on admission.

Both my kids like rocks so I thought this would be a win!…read more Located on the University of Wisconsin campus- this is a small, free museum. On street parking. We entered in a side entrance it it popped us right into the entrance. Anyone can walk in as they please. Rocks, rocks and more rocks! All different shapes, sizes and colors. What did we enjoy the most? The Dinosaur bones and reconstructed figures. They were large and we weren't expecting them. No gift shop! Fail as I wan't to buy something to take home and display. Proceeds could help the college and/or museum. Takes about 45mins-1.5hrs to walk through

What a gem I never knew was here! My extended family and I were looking for something to do on a…read moreSaturday in winter and checked out the Geology Museum. It was free and super fun. Surprising amount of cool stuff packed in a small-ish venue. From the adults in our group to my preteen nephew, everybody had a great time. We spent at least an hour in there. Whether you're into rocks, fossils and meteorites or not, this is just plain cool and well worth your time!

We came here while on vacation, on the last day of the year, during my kids winter break. I…read morehonestly think this place rivals bigger places like the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. Although it's not huge, there are so many interesting exhibits packed into a relatively small space. We could have easily spent hours here until close but we had plans to hit the road and head back home to the Chicago area. The gentleman upfront was nice enough to only charge me for 2 adults, even though I later checked the website and saw my 5 year old normally would have been charged at a lower price. My children, ages 3 and 5, had a blast. They ran around from exhibit to exhibit. I like that each one had instructions printed to explain the illusion. If you're into outer space, space stations, etc., the second room is for you! My son and I paid the $4/ person cost to Ride in the space shuttle VR experience. It wasn't really that exciting, but my 5 year old enjoyed it. My favorite part was the 3rd exhibit. Don't forget to head upstairs as well. The Van de Graff generator (to make your hair stand up) didn't seem to work. I have a picture of myself as a child standing there, so I was pretty bummed I couldn't get one with my children. Since it was cold and snowing, we didn't experience any outdoor exhibits, but there is plenty to do inside. You do have to walk outside briefly between exhibits, so dress appropriately. Definitely would return!

This activity was more fun than I expected and the kids didn't want to leave. It is filled with…read morelots of hands-on science experiments and before I knew it we were there for almost 2 hours. The kids would have stayed longer but we had another event scheduled so had to leave. Even the little kids will find something interesting. Even we adults learned lots of cool things. I think the ideal age is 5-10 years old but outside that range is still good too. If you are staying at a local resort ask if you can get a discount for doing so. The tickets are (as expected) not cheap but this one is worth the time and money. Be prepared to end this activity through the gift shop and brace for buying expensive souvenirs.

One of the most unexpectedly fun stops I made while in Middleton, Wisconsin? The National Mustard…read moreMuseum. And yes... it's exactly what it sounds like. Inside you'll find thousands of mustards from every U.S. state and countries all over the world, all displayed in this massive wall of jars. There's also a mustard tasting bar where you can sample tons of different flavors -- from classic yellow to sweet, spicy, and some seriously unique combinations. Beyond the tastings, there's a whole museum section dedicated to the history of mustard, plus plenty of quirky displays and memorabilia that make it a surprisingly entertaining stop. Whether you're a mustard lover or just looking for something different to check out while in the Madison area, it's definitely worth popping in.

Honestly, as someone who doesn't care for mustard, I had a really good time! My friend and I just…read morecame in here while walking around the area and got to try so many different mustards (my favorite was the ghost pepper mustard). The lady at the tester station was so patient and kind while working with us. Overall, they had mustard for everyone, each one ranging in different prices. It's also just a very cool and informative place; they even have a museum style area on the lower floor. I would definitely recommend people to stop in!

My cousin really wanted to come here and I didn't even know what it was. We drove here from St…read more Louis to come see this attraction. I came in blind, not knowing what it was. It was super impressed. It literally kept going on and on and on. so many fun interesting things. We stopped and got a hotdog at the cafeteria, which was nice because we were getting a little hungry and thirsty on this long walk. I would recommend bringing dollar bills so you can buy coins and put them into the different coin operated machines that they have. They have a lot of those around the entire facility and it's one of the only interactive options. Obviously everything looked really cool. I think that the only thing that would make it better would be to have a more interactive aspect to some of the parts, but I'm not sure how they would do that and I don't think they're gonna change anything. It's still well worth a visit.

This place is immense! We walked over 3 miles to see all the collections amazed by former owner…read moreAlex Jordan. It can be overwhelming if you have sensory issues, so keep that in mind. Lots of lights and lots sounds, not to mention the number of things to look at. Plan for walking up and down hills and walkways/stairs. Some areas are too narrow for mobility aids and might be a tight fit if you are plus sized, like I am. That said, it was worth every step to see it all. The automated music machines, infinity room, and the carousels were my favorite parts. I'm sure there's plenty I didn't notice, so I would return to take in more of it. Be prepared for irregular temperatures throughout the experience, as you move between indoors and outdoors and gated locations versus not. There are many restrooms along the way, as well as a cafe halfway through where you can rest and recharge. We didn't stop there, but it smelled great as we walked through. Get your tokens at the front desk to save a little money. You'll need them for the automated music machines. I bought 15, but I could have used 5-10 more. Luckily, you still get to watch and listen when others use their tokens.