Lied Discovery Children's Museum, Interactive children's museum in Downtown Las Vegas, United States
The Lied Discovery Children's Museum is a three-story building in downtown Las Vegas featuring hands-on exhibitions across art, science, and music. The space encourages children to explore and learn through interactive displays and creative stations.
The institution was founded in 1984 through collaboration between the Junior League of Las Vegas and the Allied Arts Council. It opened to the public in September 1990 and has grown into a major educational center.
The museum welcomes 250,000 visitors annually, offering educational programs that integrate science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics through hands-on activities.
The museum sits next to the Smith Center and is fully wheelchair accessible for all visitors. You can find detailed information about planning your visit and facility features on the website discoverykidslv.org.
The Energía gallery is one of the museum's newer exhibitions, introducing children to energy concepts through interactive displays. This space stands out by teaching through experimentation and play rather than traditional instruction.
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