Oh the Things You Can Do

Discover family-friendly exhibits in each building, plus fun activities to make the most of your visit.

In addition to The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss, families have access to many fun and interesting experiences at the Springfield Museums, including:

The Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden, featuring sculptures of some of Theodor Geisel’s most beloved characters. The sculptures were created by his step-daughter Lark Grey Dimond-Cates.

The Smithsonian Spark!Lab, a hands-on innovation space where everyone is an inventor, located in the Science Museum.

The Art Discovery Center at the Smith Art Museum, a beautifully decorated space with art activities and gallery games for young children and families.

The Springfield Science Museum has a wide range of interactive exhibits on natural history and science, as well as the Solutia Live Animal Center.

Hasbro Gameland at the Wood Museum of Springfield History invites families to explore games of memory, chance, strategy and word play based on iconic games by Milton Bradley and Hasbro.

More information about activities geared to children and families can be found under Educators & Families.

The Blake House Café, located just inside our main gate, has convenient and affordable options for a light breakfast or lunch. Please call ahead to check on open hours (413) 263-6800.

Young children and families enjoy art activities

Young children and families can enjoy art activities and gallery games in the Art Discovery Center.