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4.4 (231 reviews)
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Kerry O.

5 in the party, 2 seniors, 2 adults and one four almost 5 yo. We all had a marvelous time. Highly recommended for the whole family The planetarium was slow, very geared for the young, borderline boring for all but we made it through without jumping ship Surprisingly the care was excellent but overpriced. At least the parking is free Don't pass the gift shop. Highlight!

Kristen M.

We are members of the Perot in Dallas so we got to visit this museum free as part of the passport program, yall this museum is SO cool! Everything is hands on and encourages play! Water stations, tons of STEM activities, curiocity was such a neat section, and so much more! The LOVES planetarium was an amazing experience, we got to see a "live" show where we had a staff member teaching us and showing us the stars and planets. Highly recommend! I really loved that this museum is meant for kids to play and engage, it wasnt a building of to things to look at but a whole place where they get to think and play and learn!

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Kristen W.

This is a HUGE science museum for kids that is very interactive and fun. My daughter had a blast running around and trying lots of activities. It does get very busy so I recommend coming early and leaving early. I love that they have sanitation wipes everywhere to use. We did not try any food so I can't comment on that. I would definitely come back here.

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Dedra S.

We took my son to the Science Museum for his birthday weekend. It is one of his favorite places to go but we are 2 hours away. There are so many areas to explore and the entire museum is interactive. Our family had a great time, my son did the Segway's and every thing else he could. We spent a few hours making sure we hit all the things. If your kiddo is into science, this is a must!!

Brittany T.

We love this place! So much fun for the whole family. Always changing with new fun activities

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Krista H.

Great place for school field trips ! They are currently doing some remodeling! It looks like they are adding some more wild life viewing. The commentator for the space show was very entertaining.

Terry B.

Grandsons were visiting from Texas and they spent the afternoon at the Science Museum! Lots of interactive exhibits to challenge and have fun at the same! The Planetarium was very interesting and well worth waiting to see! I would definitely recommend that everyone give this museum a visit!

Summer P.

My kids love going to the science museum! It's always so much fun and I love how interactive it is.

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Amber W.

I love this place, no matter what we do here! We've been numerous times with the kids, who have begged to go at all ages, even teen years, we try to go to all the SMO21+ nights, and we most recently went to a gala where the venue was top notch! I'll still call it the Omniplex but that's because I'VE been coming here that long!

Bryan S.

Doing tourist things while family was in town visiting. This was a must visit for people with kids period. This was on the list of to-do's as we had a family in town for the week. Great place to see all of the exhibts.. Not a bad time at all. We got to see play and do so MANY things all active and the girls loved the upstairs carpet play areas ...all of them. The bathrooms were clean and strategically placed...I was pleasantly surprised. The parking is close!...& I liked the exercise...our girls napped so hard after the visit. I am in firm belief that the overall planning and logistics of this place are professionally done & handled well! I will say the snack station is expensive. But hey when in Rome... Enjoy the fruits of the wages you earn. This venue is a must visit if in the area and you like hands on action. The girls had a blast and that is what matters most!! 10/10 times I will return.. for the price I paid... I could see myself doing this again with a longer stay in the area! Added plot twist... We bought a year membership ! Sidenote the people in guest service station were super awesome... All workers that interacted with our family had smiles on their faces and were so helpful. I feel for the price I paid...it was well worth it! We will return! *Questions reach out* Respectfully, Bryan & Family Oklahoma City

Monique W.

My family and I were visiting Oklahoma City. On our second to last day, we went to the Science Museum in OKC. We are from Vegas, and the Science Museum in Oklahoma City is by far the best science museum we have ever been to! There is nothing like the Science Museum at OKC in Las Vegas! We had arrived at 9:30 A.M., and stayed all day, until closing, at around 5:00 P.M. My daughter had the best time at the Science Museum! The Science Museum in Oklahoma City is known for its engaging and hands-on approach to science education. During our visit, they were remodeling their main theatre area, but in the other section of the museum, team members were making cotton candy for the holidays, making balloons, and had several arts stations set up for the holidays. The Science Museum was festive! Visitors of all ages can explore all the exhibits from physics, technology, astrology, biology, and so much more! There are two different levels to the science museum, and make sure you give yourself enough time if this is your first time visiting. I felt like we had to rush the second floor since we spent so much time in the first area. One of the highlights of the museum is the planetarium. It provides a variety of shows throughout the day. One of the shows that my family and I saw was the journey through the cosmos! We felt so immersed in the awe-inspiring show! What was nice was that the show was interactive. You could ask the team members to show different planets and moons. You'll not only explore our solar system, but some of the distant galaxies as well! Make sure to check the science museums show schedule online. Typically, there are shows and events every hour. There are a ton of exhibits The Science Floor Tinkering Garage Finity CurioCity Kickpatrick Planetarium smART Space Light Minded Destination Space KidSpace The Gardens Aviation Gallery Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame Gadget Trees Tiny Tracks Eye On the Sky Big Game Theory Oceanarium Power Play Energy Quest Mighty Mouth Elemental Worlds Follow the Monarchs Some of the areas my daughter spent the most of the time The Science Floor: There is a Segway station where you can ride a Segway. The Segway goes through a variety of different obstacles. She did this event a few times throughout the day. Big Game Theory We played a game of checkers and chess with an oversized light peg board. The games took approximately 45 minutes each. The Big Game Theory is located on the second floor. The checkers game is next to the gymnasium. She also played with the tumbling blocks and giant stacking. Eye on the Sky: We made a few different tornados. There is a trick to it, but a lot of fun! Gadget Trees: Two-story tree house with a massive spiral slide! We spent a lot of time running around in the indoor playground. There was also a self pully (6 pulleys & 28 feet of rope!) CurioCity: 20,000 square feet of endless activities. There are a variety of obstacle courses, a circus area where you can tightrope, self-power a merry-go-round, a fun-room, and a super cool indoor playground area. It had a lot of slides and tons of climbing inside. This was by far one of our favorite areas. She also spent a lot of time in the dinosaur area, excavating dinosaur bones! If you're local in OKC, and you haven't visited this place, you need to go! It was a blast! All of the exhibits are educational. My favorite was the Tiny Tracks. We actually go to walk through a Pullman Parlor Car. We got to see how people traveled in the 20th century! There is also a restaurant and café area inside the OKC Science Museum. Single-Day Admissions Adult (13-64)$20.95 Senior (65+) $15.95 Child (3-12) $15.95 The Single-Day admission was totally worth it, especially since we spent all day inside the museum. If you're local, you can also get a membership that allows unlimited admissions to the museum for a year and exclusive access to events. I would get a membership if I was local to OKC. My family and I had such an amazing time!

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Teisha V.

Came here with a group of specialty individuals. We spent about four hours, but we're moving slow so we didn't get to go upstairs and see the second half of the museum. Everybody had an amazing time from watching how to create a tornado to looking at moving dinosaurs, to plan with water activities and looking at the stars/galaxies. It was a good time. They also have a food court no, you can grab some lunch for about $15. There's also a small gift shop where you can buy gifts before you leave. It was definitely a good time. We came with a group of about 15 people and made tons of fun memories.

Karen 2.

the museum was underwhelming as a whole. some of the exhibits felt lazy especially the petroleum area, weather area and the area with the tracks to roll the balls down.

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Reviews are largely positive. Visitors love the interactive exhibits and variety of activities for all ages. The planetarium and friendly staff also stand out.

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My son loves coming here. Always something new for him to learn and explore. Also love that there's ample parking outside.

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Cool place for kids of all ages. Lots of things for kids to interact with. Can easily kill like 2 hours in there. My granddaughter loved it.

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Very fun place for kids. Great for getting them interested in science too!! Definitely recommend

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The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum is an incredibly moving and powerful experience. I…read morehonestly did not leave with a dry eye. Even before entering the museum, you begin to feel the heaviness of what happened. Along the street, there is a section of chain-link fence covered with memorial items, photographs, and mementos honoring the victims of the Oklahoma City bombing. Nearby, the statue of Jesus weeping sets an emotional tone for the experience that follows. Everything flowed very smoothly from beginning to end. After purchasing your ticket at the small ticket booth and gift shop, someone walks you into the museum and helps guide you through each section, explaining what to expect next. Unlike museums where you can freely wander from room to room, there are sections here where visitors are encouraged to stop and watch videos before moving on. In some areas, the next door doesn't open until the video has finished. At first, this may seem unusual, but it becomes clear that they intentionally want you to slow down and truly immerse yourself in the experience. One of the most powerful moments for me was sitting in a quiet, dimly lit room around a conference table with a telephone and microphone. You begin hearing the actual recording of the meeting that was taking place that morning. About a minute into the recording, you hear the bomb explode, followed by the chaos and confusion as people realize what has happened and begin running for their lives. Hearing the actual recording made that moment feel incredibly real and was something I will not soon forget. Throughout the museum, you also hear firsthand testimony from survivors and learn their stories. The combination of photographs, artifacts, recordings, videos, and personal accounts brings the history to life in a way that a textbook simply cannot. This is not a lighthearted museum visit, but it is an important one. It is heartbreaking, sobering, and deeply emotional, while also highlighting incredible stories of courage, resilience, compassion, and hope. I highly recommend visiting the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum. Give yourself plenty of time, don't rush through it, and be prepared for an emotional experience. It is something I believe everyone should experience at least once.

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Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum - Statue located adjacent to memorial on a church property- a memorial to the OKC bombing.

Statue located adjacent to memorial on a church property- a memorial to the OKC bombing.

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Mix-Tape immersive art experience. Photo by Dylan Johnson.

Factory Obscura - Mix-Tape immersive art experience. 
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Mix-Tape immersive art experience. Photo by Dylan Johnson.

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4.6(71 reviews)
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First Americans Museum - Thorpe was raised in the Sauk, or Thâkîwaki, culture, and his Sauk name was Wa-Tho-Huk, which roughly translates as "Bright Path"

Thorpe was raised in the Sauk, or Thâkîwaki, culture, and his Sauk name was Wa-Tho-Huk, which roughly translates as "Bright Path"

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4.6(203 reviews)
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We travel the country and this is our favorite museum! We've been coming since 2022 and purchased…read morethe annual membership last year in order to also join NARM (highly recommend! We use that membership all over the country!). The Cowboy has something for everyone. We have several children of all ages, and they love it here. There are scavenger hunts & also a great play area outside, along with hands-on sites to explore Native American environments throughout history. Our kids also enjoy the Western film history area (they love Westerns), and really liked the immersive exhibit this year (2026). We love all the art at the Cowboy. The painting & sculpture collections are exceptional, with original Charlie Russells and Fredrick Remingtons, along with some beautiful Schreyvogel paintings and many other gorgeous works. The Prix de West room is amazing to explore - check out the 2026 winner, Kim Wiggins. Unbelievable. The film memorabilia is exceptional also - John Wayne was a founding member of the Cowboy (even helped open it on horseback) and so they have an amazing John Wayne collection, including some of his personal Kachina dolls. The rotating exhibits have ways been wonderful. The centennial Route 66 exhibit earlier in the year was a lot of fun, and the current TCAA exhibit is breathtaking. We can't speak to the events since we haven't been in town when they've happened, but we were involved with the Western Heritage Awards, and it's an exceptional event where you become a part of history. The board & donors' commitment to the arts & culture of the West was great to be a part of. We love the Persimmon Hill gift shop also - the kids always grab a Hank the Cowdog book on our way out, and their clothing and jewelry selection are beautiful. After you leave, check out their podcast as well (This Week in the West). Bite-size bits of important western figures and very listenable!

A lot more than I thought it would be. It's worth the admission. You'll learn more than you could…read moreever imagine about cowboys and girls. They have many exhibits to look at and read about, and movies to watch and learn from too. You can use a free AI photo area which will take a pic of you (that can be downloaded via your phone) that turns you into a cowboy. It's so cool. There's an area for kids outside. Scooters are free for use for elderly or disabled people.

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National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum - John Warner

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4.8(19 reviews)
3.7 mi•Automobile Alley

Play with the light…read more Solid Light by Anthony McCall was such a fun experience. In a collaboration with the Tate Museum, the Oklahoma Contemporary Art Center has a very unique display. McCall's immersive light sculptures invite you to interact with but not touch the light. So much fun to walk through sculptural beams made of mist and projected light. This sensory experience was truly amazing. It was also a fun challenge to try to capture the images. The 2-D images on film barely scratch the surface of what you will enjoy in the Contemporary Arts Center. Ask questions to learn more. It was so interesting to hear about the installation. The center is just two floors of art. The exhibits change regularly. Parking and entry to the museum are both free. Enjoy the Solid Light.

Great space with unbelievable local art. The main exhibit when I visited was an array of masterful…read moreworks by local (or at least at one time based-in-Oklahoma) artists. I don't have enough adjectives for it! Lots of interactive pieces. The first floor was full of student art (from the adjacent studio I believe) and the third floor held a evocative exhibit, Jakian Parks: The Black Land. I wish I had had enough time to explore the grounds and the outside art. The best thing about OCAC is that it is free. (Please feel free to support this place and a $5 donation is encouraged.) I'm anxious to see what exhibits are on view the next time I'm in OKC.

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