LEARN + PLAY
WITH EDUCATIONAL ATTRACTIONS
ACROSS THE OZARKS
Zoos, Aquariums + Wildlife Museums
Explore the world through curated experiences and up-close encounters. The Ozarks region offers a wide variety of zoos, aquariums, and wildlife museums that provide a glimpse into pioneer life, the days of the early settlers in the Ozarks, Native American culture, and much more. Explore More >>
Childrens Museums + Science Centers
From St Louis to Tulsa, there are several Children's Museums and Science Centers that provide an escape for imaginative, learning-based play. Explore More >>
Experience the Discovery Lab in Tulsa, Oklahoma
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City Museum in St Louis, Missouri
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Scott Family Amazeum in Bentonville, Arkansas
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Discovery Lab in Tulsa, Oklahoma
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The Magic House in St Louis, Missouri
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Regnier Family Wonderscope Children's Museum in Kansas City, MO
History + Culture Museums
Learn about history and the roots of culture throughout the Ozarks region. See artifacts from the Civil War and learn the sordid tales behind the Ozarks mountain towns which have served as healing spots for ancient Native American tribes, as well as incredible suffering along the Trail of Tears in later years. Explore More >>
STEAM: Science, Technology, Art + More
Turn your trip to the Ozarks region into a learning adventure with all things STEAM. Find the most entertaining, immersive events and attractions designed to bring learning and fun together for all ages.
Learn & play with daily admission to this STEAM-based activity center in Northwest Arkansas designed for ages 1-10.
Choose from daily drop-ins, weekly enrollments, and full-length six week STEM programs to learn more about space and our solar system.
Tours, Scavenger Hunts, + Unique Experiences
From scenic drives to spooky nights, there is plenty of unique ways to explore the beauty and history across the Ozarks region.
Enjoy the scenic views across the Missouri Ozarks with mountains, streams, lakes, and more with a scenic Branson tour.
Enjoy the scenery and get your cardio in with a guided mountain biking tour in the Mountain Biking Capital of the World - Bentonville, Arkansas.
Indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience as you paddleboard your way through the spring-fed streams in Eureka Springs on a guided eco tour.
Go off-road with a scenic adventure through Mark Twain National Forest like you have never seen before with a guided OTV tour.