For Decatur residents with young children, air-conditioned entertainment awaits at the Children's Museum of Illinois, a place where parents and kids can enjoy hours of indoor fun in an educational environment - and away from the summer heat. Designed for children between ages 3 and 12, the museum offers a wide variety of hands-on learning experiences and unique play opportunities that help develop their social, cognitive and physical skills in a safe and chaperoned setting.
Two Floors of Permanent Exhibits
The museum's many interactive exhibits inspire creativity and imagination. From performing arts spaces and science-based activities to role playing, gardening, making gigantic bubbles and much, much more, the Children's Museum of Illinois makes learning fun. Just a few of the facility's permanent exhibits include:
- A Paint Wall
- Bubble Room
- Luckey's Climber
- WKIDS TV Station
- Mamma Mia's Pizzeria & Gelato Stand
- Transportation Station: Toddler Area
- Puppet Castle
- Johnston Super Market
Bring a Friend Day & Other August Discounts
Every Monday this month, the Children's Museum of Illinois is offering buy one get one free admission for adults, so you and your hubby can get a great discount if you both want to visit the museum with your kids. In addition, when children bring in their final report cards, they'll receive $1 off admission throughout the month of August.
Location & Contact
55 South Country Club Rd., Decatur, IL 62521
Phone: (217) 423-5437
For information about hours and admission prices, please visit the Children's Museum of Illinois online.