Absolutely LOVE LCM! They have so many things to explore. I mostly love their outdoor area. Great…read morefor letting littles run free and explore. You really could spend hours here. The Acorn Cafe is always delicious and their prices are actually really great. You can purchase food to feed the turtles for 25¢ inside the Cafe.

This museum is super engaging and really clean. It's bright and airy with many fun, functional,…read moreinteractive exhibits. There are also some comfy areas to just chill and take a break. I loved sitting in a window nook and watching the birds on the lake outside while the kids played nearby and my daughter joined when she needed some downtime. We thought our ten year olds may be too old for a children's museum, but they still had a blast, although they were some of the oldest kids there. It was a chilly day so we didn't partake of the outdoor areas but have enjoyed them in the past. This is a great spot to give the kids a chance to play for a few hours.

I have been here before, not when they were at this location, but the one across the street. This…read moreis a much larger building, more room. They have things well organized in distinct areas, room for play. This would be a great spot to have a kids birthday party. The day I went it was not too busy. Plenty of room to move around. Great history. I liked the video about the history of how this came to be and the videos on how model trains work. Reasonable admission prices.

More than I expected and my grandkids loved it! So many interactive choices from contolling trains…read morewith a button to building your own bridges and tunnels with huge LEGO's. There is also a play area to climb and slide!

Great 2nd visit today. Staff was awesome as usual. They have different options for kids to play…read morefrom The Space Shuttle to a splash pad. Different places for different age groups. The most important thing is the employees are everywhere watching kids. Very important. Will be back.

For what was working and present it was ok, nothing too crazy. Probably wouldn't recommend for 7+read more

It is very cute. The kids had a lot of fun and used their imagination. They were very entertained…read morewithout electronics!

Great place to spend the afternoon. $9 per person, though we came during a STEM event so we got in…read morefree. There's an indoor climbing wall, an art/ music/ dress up room, and then so many different centers- a kitchen, restaurant, grocery store, boat, dock, etc. There is a huge globe that spins and some awesome hands on activities. They also have a small outdoor space. There's a huge outdoor pavilion as well as a small one. There's also a butterfly garden. This museum butts up to the St. Tammany trace as well as the Kids Konnection playground which is free and amazing. Parking is across the street.

We had a great time here! The play areas and restrooms were…read morenice and clean. Staff was friendly. Great place to beat the heat with your kids!

It's summer in south Louisiana (a.k.a. one zillion freaking degrees) and the kids are bored,…read morefighting, and making you question why you ever thought having children was a good idea. Just kidding. Sort of. What to do? There's the aquarium in New Orleans which is wonderfully dark and cool. But if you're in the mood for something different the Louisiana Children's Discovery Center in Hammond is perfect. It's small but just the right size for kids to run around and have a blast while mom and dad get to relax and not hear "I'm boredddddd" for a few hours. Highlights include a bubble station (this is my personal favorite) where you can blow bubbles of all sizes and stand on a little circle and actually put yourself in a bubble...sounds weird but is way cool. A rock climbing wall, a stage complete with dress up items and a curtain (watch out for my little girl who thinks she is the director of every play) an ambulance with a patient and sirens!, a cow that you can milk (water comes out) and a construction zone. They also do birthday parties here and although we haven't had one here I can imagine they are quite fun. Admittance is reasonable and it's a great way to spend an afternoon.

The Infinity Science Center in Pearlington, Mississippi, just south of Interstate 10, is a huge…read morescience and space museum filled with hands-on exhibits and incredible artifacts that are must-sees for anyone who loves science and space. The nearby Stennis Space Center is not open to the public. However, the Infinity Science Center is just outside the Stennis Space Center, and it brings NASA history, space flight, earth science and science-related technology to life. This museum offers an abundance of superb exhibits about the history of the Space Program. Exhibits are both indoor and outdoor -- the outdoor area includes the first stage of a Saturn V rocket. The Stennis Space Center is the main facility for NASA rocket testing, so if you are a space flight enthusiast, this is a great place to visit. Real space memorabilia are displayed, including spacesuits, the Apollo 4 capsule, and a lunar module mock-up. The anti-gravity displays are fascinating. Hands-on exhibits are plentiful and educational, including a "create your own hurricane" exhibit. If you need to take a break and sit, movies are shown in their little theatre. The gift shop and cafe are pleasant, and good places to get a drink, snack, or light lunch, and a fun souvenir (I got myself a great NASA ball cap!). Just off Interstate 10, this is a must-see for anyone who has a love of science, math, engineering, or technology -- and wonderful for children interested in STEM. Even if you're just passing by on your way to someplace, this is very much worth stopping for at least an hour of your time.

Fun and educational indoor/outdoor place. Lots to keep a busy mind active. Hands on learning too…read more And they have a vending area as well as a cafe.

I kind of have a thing for finding small museums, attractions and so on for places that are in…read morecities I want to spend some time in. This fit the bill. I came on a Sunday not really realizing there was a larger city event going on in town, which only affected my visit here by slowing down traffic. Getting here was easy, the museum takes up several buildings, so there is plenty of parking. This place is freaking amazing. The employees are very friendly and more than happy to share information about the trains and the city in general. Though they were all about the cruise in that was going on, and I am not into large groups of people. There are model trains with whole cities around them, mock ups of famous buildings, large stores, all made from Legos and similar materials. There is a Jurassic Park, gnomes, dinosaurs and oh so much more. If you are in the area, I highly recommend a stop in here to spend a few hours, especially if you have small humans with you.

My husband is a model train fan so we had to visit when we saw this place. The admission was $5 a…read moreperson and it was well worth it! It would definitely be a good place to bring your children to visit as they have some interactive displays. There are indoor and outdoor displays that include a TON of Legos and shows including Batman, Charlie Brown, Star Trek, Jurassic park, StarWars, and many more. They have different sizes and types of trains so you are able to learn some of the differences. They also had a resident cat outside who is so friendly and followed my husband around demanding love which he was happy to give. I definitely recommend! Rating from F to A+++ I give it an A+++!

I had the distinct pleasure of visiting this interactive cultural funhouse, highlighting the Joy /…read moreArt / Music of New Orleans. It was truly a love letter to the city, full of colorful, unique, and creative art exhibitions, all made out of recycled materials (which I found to be impressive and admirable)! There was a curated playlist of amazing jazz music playing throughout, which really set the tone delightfully! Upon entering, guests are welcomed into the space and there was a personable and helpful guide who described the space, then led us into the opening rooms. The first one was blue with neon pink, green, and glowing, with letters, symbols, and TV screens, comprising of one big puzzle. The next is a long hallway of hot pink with blue detailing and lights throughout, along with cool protruding, spongy shapes representing organs on the walls. Very psychedelic vibes! This led into a large space with sculptures of a larger than life alligator mouth open wide, creature atop a huge pot with the words "Stir the Pot," crawfish, tall lily pads, insect jazz band, peacock and more. There was also a cool, pretty flower wall, and upon closer inspection, I discovered they were made out of records. From there, I headed upstairs to see the blue, purple, and pink room holding the gorgeous Fountain of Youth glowing bright blue, filled with gold coins in them for wishes. The ceiling was lush and leafy with a lovely hanging light, as well as a pearly oyster shell inspired one. In addition, there was a shotgun style house with a balcony we could go in. Back downstairs, I explored a bar neon colored words related to New Orleans all over the walls, with upside down piano & drinks. Next, I checked out a decorative white a black room, featuring a glowing green stand. With the press of a button, it turned the room disco-y blue with a glow in the dark effect. After that, I went into the beautiful Desire themed room with humongous pearl structures hanging down, where you can write and release your true desires. Such a dreamy, ethereal feel to this one! There was a little sleek and sexy speakeasy space, called Candlelight Lounge. Then was one of my favorite exhibits: Feast Mode, displaying glittery New Orleans culinary delight classics in true indulgent style, as well as super funky, fun paintings and art pieces. Near this room was a window with full of shiny, delicately constructed objects of vibrant colors representing New Orleans. This was a glitzy video opp with props offered, with the phone going in the center, spinning around and capturing us dancing, shimmying, or whatever suits your fancy! The remaining few installations were music themed with drums and large silver circles, which could be played, emitting different sounds to create a symphony of song. At the end, there was a room showcasing larger than life sculptures of heads of musical greats, including Louis Armstrong, Lil Wayne, and Big Freedia. I really enjoyed my time here. Staff were super welcoming, accommodating, and helpful with photos throughout. The artistry, detail, and care was visible throughout each and every art piece and room. JAMNOLA was such a fun experience and I recommend you check it out for yourself!

I took my 12 year old daughter to JAMNOLA and we had a blast…read more Every room was something different, super colorful, interactive, and just fun. She was excited the whole time, and honestly so was I. It's one of those places where you can actually enjoy it as an adult and still let your kid have their moment too. We definitely got some really cute pictures, so if you're into that, you're going to love it. It's very "stop, pose, next room, do it again" in the best way. It's not a super long experience, but it's worth it. I'd say give yourself about an hour, maybe a little longer if you're taking your time with photos. Only tip is try to go when it's not too crowded, because some people really turn it into a full photoshoot and you'll be waiting a little. Overall, I'd definitely recommend it, especially if you have kids or just want something different to do in the city.

Kids spent a solid 2.25 hours in here exploring everything!! Was not expecting there to be so much…read moreto do, very pleasant surprise.

An incredible museum with knowledgeable and friendly staff! We spent hours here exploring and…read morelearning about everything aviation-related. The owner himself guided our family through each exhibit, and his passion for aviation and its history was truly inspiring. Our favorite part was the airplane simulator very exciting and worth the 5 dollars hahaha! The museum has plenty of interactive elements to keep everyone entertained, making it a fantastic experience for kids and adults alike. This is an absolute must-visit! You won't be disappointed.

I visited The National WWII Museum during a Bank of America Museums on us weekend with my husband…read more This is an incredible museum with so much to see. We only stayed about an hour and a half and only saw a very small portion of the museum. I really enjoyed my short visit and it was a nice break from the summer heat in New Orleans.

We were actually going to skip this because we aren't much WWII history buffs but we sat next to a…read moreveteran the day before at a restaurant where he was invited to the ceremony for the new wing and he fully convinced us this was something to check out (now a couple years). He was 100% right! This museum is so well done! I thought the exhibits and how they presented information was impactful yet detailed and engaging. Should allocate at least 2 hours, maybe more here.