Children's Museums
Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention
📍 811 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–4 PM |
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Focus
- Creativity, invention, and STEAM learning
- Highlights
- Hands-on experiments, 3D printing, taking things apart
- Membership
- Yes — includes access to hundreds of museums nationwide
💡 Did You Know?
- Founded by the inventor of Gatorade, making it a museum dedicated to invention and creativity with a direct connection to a globally recognized product innovation
- Features the 'Invention of Cool' exhibit that explores how people and inventions have adapted to Florida's unique climate, opening April 2, 2026
- Membership provides free or reduced admission access to hundreds of museums nationwide, offering significant reciprocal benefits beyond the local venue
- Offers hands-on experiential learning including disassembly activities, experiments, and 3D printing stations designed to cultivate inventor-like thinking
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan to spend 2-3 hours exploring hands-on activities like taking things apart, 3D printing, and experimentation stations. Arrive early on weekdays to have more time at interactive exhibits without crowds.
- Join the membership program to access free or discounted admission at hundreds of museums nationwide through reciprocal agreements, which quickly pays for itself if you plan multiple visits or travel.
- Attend the Little Sparks programs offered Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 10:15 am for structured, age-appropriate learning experiences. For homeschooling families, check out SparkSeekers monthly adventures designed for ages 7-11.
- Approach exhibits with an inventor's mindset—encourage hands-on experimentation and creative problem-solving rather than passive observation. The museum is designed for interactive learning and discovery.
- Mark your calendar for the Invention of Cool exhibit opening April 2, 2026, which explores how people adapted to Florida's climate through innovative solutions—a unique attraction that ties local history to invention.
About Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention
Hands-on science & technology displays. Modern museum from the inventor of Gatorade featuring interactive science & technology exhibits.
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