Milwaukee Public Museum
4.7(6,594)4.7 out of 5 stars, 6594 reviews Milwaukee, WI
About Milwaukee Public Museum
The Milwaukee Public Museum offers a diverse range of engaging exhibits, including a butterfly room, cultural displays, and an IMAX theater, making it a memorable experience for families. Its unique value lies in the combination of educational content and interactive displays that cater to various interests.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families looking for educational outingsChildren interested in nature, history, and scienceWeekend trips for visitors from nearby citiesChildren of all ages will enjoy the interactive exhibitsIdeal for families with kids aged 5-12 who can engage with various topics
Why families love it
- Butterfly exhibit is particularly popular and enjoyable for children
- Cultural exhibits like 'Old Milwaukee' and Egyptian displays are well-received
- IMAX theater offers exciting shows like T-Rex and constellations
- Multi-level access with escalators, stairs, and elevators
- Free entry for members' guests
- Accessible parking garage
Insider tips
- Plan for multiple visits to fully explore the museum
- Consider bringing snacks to avoid high food prices
- Wear comfortable shoes as there is a lot of walking
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak hours on weekends when the museum is crowded
- Food prices are considered excessively high
- Some exhibits may require more time to fully appreciate
- Parking costs can add up
- Crowds
- Can get busy on weekends and holidays; visiting during weekdays may offer a quieter experience
- Value
- Entry fee is $25 for adults, which is reasonable for the variety of exhibits. Parking costs $13. Food options are pricey, with small fruit cups at $5 and stale pizza, so plan accordingly.
- Food
- Food and drink are available for purchase on-site, but prices are high; consider bringing snacks
- Accessibility
- Museum is accessible with options for elevators and ramps
- Safety
- General safety measures in place, but specific safety features were not mentioned in reviews
What parents say
"Great museum with broad topics to explore. We enjoyed seeing the fossils, cultural exhibits, planet/dinosaur exhibits, Native American scenes, and more! Particularly loved “Old Milwaukee!” We were there for a few hours and while we saw a number of exhibits, did not fully digest them. Plan on return trips! There’s also a theater which looks cool. Great museum!"
2 weeks ago
"We took our boys here a few weeks ago, and it was a blast. The boys thought the butterfly exhibit was awesome. My favorite part has always been the streets of Milwaukee. The wife really enjoyed the Egyptian exhibits. I have had a lot of great memories there since I was a kid. The Imax was great. We saw T-Rex, and the constellations shows. Great family fun!"
a month ago
"Our friends are current members so I think(?) we got to visit for free?! Otherwise they were pretty sly about paying for our tickets lol. Visiting from Chicago for the weekend. Multi-level museum with so much to explore; we made it through to the 3rd floor before calling it quits & thank goodness because my feet were hurting! Really cool place & lots to learn about no matter which section(s) you check out."
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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