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Memphis Zoo
“The Memphis Zoo, located in Midtown, Memphis, Tennessee, United States, is home to more than 3,500 animals representing over 500 different species. Created in April 1906, the zoo has been a major tenant of Overton Park for more than 100 years.”
Admission:
Adult: $21.00 - $23.00
Senior: $20.00 - $22.00
Youth (12-21): $21.00 - $23.00
Child (2-11): $16.00 - $18.00
Under 2 (0-23 months): $0.00
Hours: Everyday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Address: 2000 PRENTISS PLACE MEMPHIS, TN 38112
Phone: 901-333-6500
photo courtesy of Unicurse
Children's Museum of Memphis
The Children's Museum of Memphis is a hands-on interactive museum that provides a fun and educational experience for children of all ages. The museum has a variety of exhibits, including a water play area, a science lab, and a theater. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and activities for children.
Admission:
Adults: $10
Children ages 2-18: $8
Children under 2: Free
Hours:
9am-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday
1pm-5pm, Sunday
Address: 2525 Central Ave, Memphis, TN 38111
Phone: (901) 458-2678
Website: www.cmom.com
photo courtesy of Children’s Museum of Memphis
Museum of Science & History (MoSH)
The Museum of Science & History is a science and history museum located in Memphis, Tennessee. The museum has a variety of exhibits, including a planetarium, an aquarium, and a natural history museum. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and activities for all ages.
Admission:
Adults: $10
Seniors and college students: $8
Children ages 6-18: $5
Children under 6: Free
Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday-Thursday: 10am-5pm
Friday: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 10am-6pm
Sunday: 1pm-5pm
Address: 1025 Museum Cir., Memphis, TN 38112
Phone: (901) 396-MOSH (6674)
Website: www.mosh.org
photo courtesy of Thomas R Machnitzki
Fire Museum of Memphis
The Fire Museum of Memphis is an interactive museum located in the Fire Engine House No. 1 on 118 Adams Avenue in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, USA. The museum is dedicated to documenting and promoting the local history of fire fighting and educating the public in fire and life safety.
Admission:
Adults: $10
Seniors and college students: $8
Children ages 6-18: $5
Children under 6: Free
Hours:
Tuesday-Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: 1pm-5pm
Address: 118 Adams Ave., Memphis, TN 38105
Phone: (901) 323-6320
Website: www.firemuseum.com
photo courtesy of Thomas R Machnitzki
Dixon Gallery & Gardens
The Dixon Gallery & Gardens is an art museum and botanical garden located in Memphis, Tennessee. The museum was founded in 1976 and houses a collection of European and American art from the 19th and 20th centuries. The gardens feature a variety of plants and flowers, as well as a Japanese garden.
Admission:
Adults: $10
Seniors and college students: $8
Children ages 6-18: $5
Children under 6: Free
Hours:
Tuesday-Friday 10 am - 5 pm.
Third Thursdays 10 am - 8 pm.
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm.
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm.
Closed Mondays.
Address: 4339 Park Ave, Memphis, TN 38111
Phone: (901) 761-5250
Website: www.dixon.org
photo courtesy of Thomas R Machnitzki
Banner image by Domenico Convertini