Children's Museums
The Wizard of Oz Museum & Van Gogh (Final Weeks in Cape Canaveral)
📍 7099 N Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–5 PM |
About The Wizard of Oz Museum & Van Gogh (Final Weeks in Cape Canaveral)
The Wizard of Oz Museum & Van Gogh (Final Weeks in Cape Canaveral) is a children's museum in Cape Canaveral, FL. The museum features original props from the 1939 Wizard of Oz film, including Dorothy's dress and the Lion's gloves, making it a repository of authentic Hollywood memorabilia from one of cinema's most iconic films. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,293 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Immersive Museum Experience
- Best For
- All ages, families, art lovers
- Highlights
- Original Wizard of Oz props, Van Gogh immersive rooms, 2,000+ artifacts, James Webb space imagery
- Admission
- $29.99 adults, $14.99 kids
- Hours
- Daily 9am-5pm
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features original props from the 1939 Wizard of Oz film, including Dorothy's dress and the Lion's gloves, making it a repository of authentic Hollywood memorabilia from one of cinema's most iconic films
- The museum is relocating to the Museum District on May 31 and will expand its offerings to include an 'I Dream of Genie' display in the new location, signaling planned growth beyond the current dual focus of Wizard of Oz and Van Gogh exhibits
- The attraction houses 2,000+ artifacts across immersive exhibit spaces, with the interactive Van Gogh art rooms and Wizard of Oz immersive worlds being among the primary draws, and features a projector room mentioned in 20 visitor reviews
- Visitors report the museum experience typically takes 1-2 hours to complete across approximately 2 main rooms with around 40 artifact cabinets, with many items available for viewing through QR code scanning for additional information
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for 1-2 hours maximum, but many visitors complete the experience in under an hour. Set realistic expectations as the museum has only two rooms with approximately 40 artifact cabinets. Much of the content is behind locked cases with QR codes for additional information rather than traditional displays.
- Don't miss the immersive experience room—it's consistently praised as visually impressive and creative, offering better value than similar experiences in other Florida locations. This is the highlight of the visit and worth prioritizing.
- Visit before May 31st if you want to see the current location, but note the museum is relocating to the Museum District in May with an even better immersive experience and new displays (including I Dream of Genie). Plan a return visit to experience the upgraded facility.
- Perfect for a quick indoor activity when already in the Cocoa Beach area (located 2 minutes away) or on rainy days. It's ideal as a brief stop after a beach day or cruise rather than a primary destination, which helps set appropriate expectations about size and duration.
- Take advantage of the knowledgeable and friendly staff who enjoy sharing stories about the exhibits and memorabilia. Engage with them for a richer experience and insider insights about the collection, as reviewers highlighted conversations with staff as a highlight of their visit.
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