Dahesh Museum of Art

The Staten Island Children's Museum appeals to the intrepid explorer in every child. Interactive exhibitions and creative workshops offer plenty of opportunities for hands-on, first hand experiences that nurture children's natural curiosity and creativity. Visits to the museum launch children on a voyage of discovery - about themselves and the world around them.

Explore the heroic history of New York's firefighters through vintage engines, authentic gear, and powerful 9/11 memorials. This museum honors the brave men and women who've served the city from the earliest volunteer brigades to today.

A vibrant center celebrating African diasporic art and culture, this Harlem institution showcases paintings, sculptures, photography, and film alongside dynamic exhibitions, performances, and public programs that invite meaningful dialogue and discovery.

Step back into the 1750s at this historic homestead where Samuel Fleming's frontier legacy comes alive. Explore authentic exhibits and engaging programs that reveal what daily life was really like on the raw edge of colonial settlement.

Located in Old Sacramento's historic heart, this official state military museum showcases California's rich military heritage through compelling exhibits and artifacts. Just steps from the Capitol and other cultural attractions, it's a must-see destination for history enthusiasts.

Location & Parking<br> The main buildings at LACMA (also known as LACMA East) are located in the Miracle Mile area between Fairfax Avenue and La Brea Avenue, on Wilshire Boulevard, just east of Ogden Drive. LACMA West is two blocks west, at the northeast corner of Fairfax Avenue and Wilshire Boulevard.

No carrier has the history or the crew to match the Midway. A 47-year odyssey that spanned the end of WWII and Desert Storm, an odyssey in which more than 225,000 Americans took part.

Explore the raw energy and literary rebellion of the Beat Generation through rare manuscripts, letters, and first editions from Kerouac, Ginsberg, and other counterculture icons. This North Beach institution captures the spirit of a movement that forever changed American literature and culture.

Experience the authentic stories of Eastern North Carolina's tobacco farming families through immersive exhibits and artifacts that bring generations of rural heritage to life.

Explore over 6,000 artworks spanning European masters to American impressionists, plus an exceptional Meissen porcelain collection, then stroll through lush gardens overlooking the St. Johns River. The museum's interactive Art Connections center engages visitors of all ages with hands-on creative experiences.

Experience hands-on learning and imaginative play at this vibrant downtown Chapel Hill museum designed for young explorers and their families. Interactive exhibits spark curiosity and creativity while connecting kids to their community through engaging, educational adventures.

Dive into Jacksonville's maritime heritage through artifacts, documents, and stories that bring the First Coast's seafaring past to life. This educational museum preserves the connections between objects and the people who shaped our region's water-bound history.

The former Yellowstone Art Center opened in October of 1964 in a building that once housed the historic Yellowstone County Jail. In the earliest years, there were just three staff.

Tucked in the heart of Hailey, this charming 1882 adobe building invites you to explore the rich stories of Blaine County. Founded in 1962, the museum preserves local history within its distinctive walls—once a liquor store, movie house, and even an armory during the Spanish-American War. Step inside to discover artifacts and memories that bring Idaho's pioneer heritage to life.

The Palmer Visitor Information Center is your contact point for questions and information on the Palmer area. Palmer is located in the scenic Matanuska River valley, with the Chugach and Talkeetna mountain ranges ringing the valley.

The Alaska Veterans Museum is planned with a focus on honoring our nation's veterans and insuring that because of the sacrifices they made to defend America's freedom, "They Shall Not Be Forgotten." As President Calvin Coolidge said, "A nation which forgets its defenders, will itself be forgotten."

An Institute for the Future, in association with the Smithsonian Institution, is a comprehensive national American women's history museum. Located in Fair Park in Dallas, Texas, The Women's Museum's 70,000 square foot building provides a home for programs and exhibits where people can honor the past and explore the contributions of women throughout history.

The Missouri Historical Society seeks to deepen the understanding of past choices, present circumstances, and future possibilities; strengthen the bonds of the community; and facilitate solutions to common problems.

Experience one of history's most defining moments through immersive galleries filled with rare artifacts, personal stories, and powerful exhibits that honor the courage of those who fought in World War II. The on-site theater screens compelling documentaries that bring the D-Day invasion to life.

Housed in a beautifully restored historic mansion, this Poplar Bluff gem showcases local and regional artwork while offering classes and rotating exhibits. Founded through the vision of civic leader Margaret Harwell, it's a welcoming space celebrating creativity and community.

Step into the story of Frankenmuth's remarkable German heritage through interactive exhibits, authentic artifacts, and immersive displays that bring 1845 to life. Learn how a small group of settlers transformed the Saginaw Valley into "Michigan's Little Bavaria."

Comprising more than 12,000 works of art from virtually every culture and spanning the history of art, the AMAM's collection is a vital cultural resource for the students, faculty, and staff of Oberlin College as well as the surrounding community.

Step aboard a vintage train and experience a living museum dedicated to preserving America's railroad heritage. Explore historic locomotives, vintage cars, and interactive exhibits while riding authentic rail routes across this expansive Union landmark.

Explore Michigan's natural wonders through interactive exhibits and hands-on learning experiences. Student guides lead engaging tours designed to inspire curiosity about dinosaurs, fossils, ecosystems, and the world around us.

Planetarium audiences can now experience immersive high-tech adventures in a true 360 degree theater.

Explore millions of years of natural history and world cultures through captivating exhibits and hands-on experiences. Uncover the stories behind fascinating specimens and artifacts while connecting with active research from the University of Iowa.

Step into a vibrant showcase of American artistic expression, where classic paintings and contemporary works inspire wonder across generations. This Minnesota institution brings art to life through interactive exhibits and creative programs perfect for a summer visit, inviting you to explore everything from traditional sculptures to innovative studio crafts in a welcoming, dynamic space.

Explore contemporary and Native American art spanning decades of creative vision, plus rotating collections that celebrate regional visual culture and global artistic movements.