Bootheel Youth Museum

Hours: The Bootheel Youth Museum is a fun and engaging place for children to play, learn, and explore. It offers a variety of hands-on activities and interactive displays, including a pizza parlor, grocery store, barn with animals, hospital with x-ray machines, and science stations like space, magnets, and a shadow room. Kids can use their imagination and enjoy pretend play in different themed areas, making it a popular spot for family outings and birthday parties. The museum features multiple rooms with unique setups, providing plenty of entertainment for children. While some displays are a bit dated or worn, visitors find it worth the price for the joy and fun it brings. The staff is young and helpful, and the museum hosts events and science shows that children love. Many families return often, especially with season passes, and appreciate the opportunity for children to learn while playing. The museum also includes a gift shop, snakes to see, and accessible parking. Overall, it’s a great place for kids to have fun and explore until their hearts’ desire, offering a memorable experience for families in the rural Southeast Missouri area.

1. Malden, Missouri