Children's Museums
My World Discovery Museum
📍 711 S 2nd Ave, Pocatello, ID 83201🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About My World Discovery Museum
My World Discovery Museum is a children's museum in Pocatello, ID. My World Discovery Museum features a dedicated GLEAN exhibit that is fully interactive, appearing as both a rotating exhibit and a permanent interactive component of the museum. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 68 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Focus
- STEAM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math)
- Admission
- Children $5-$8, Adults $10, Members FREE
- Hours
- Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-6PM
💡 Did You Know?
- My World Discovery Museum features a dedicated GLEAN exhibit that is fully interactive, appearing as both a rotating exhibit and a permanent interactive component of the museum
- The museum has separate dedicated toddler areas across multiple floors (basement and main level), specifically designed to accommodate children under 2 years old with age-appropriate play spaces
- The museum offers exceptional value with a tiered admission model (children under 1 free, toddlers $5, children 3-15 $8, adults $10) and membership programs, with multiple reviewers noting memberships pay for themselves at one visit per month
- The museum features multiple role-play stations including paleontologist (dinosaur dig), chef, veterinarian, and actor experiences alongside climbing areas and a well-stocked craft area
💬 What Visitors Say
- Purchase an annual membership if you plan to visit more than once a month or have multiple children—it pays for itself quickly given the affordable per-visit pricing ($8-10 per person) and provides unlimited access
- Allow at least 2 hours for your visit; multiple reviews note kids staying engaged for 2+ hours across the variety of exhibits (dinosaur dig, farm area, craft stations, climbing areas, and role-play zones)
- The museum has dedicated toddler spaces on the basement level and first floor that are well-designed and secure, making it ideal for visiting with infants and toddlers without worrying about them accessing the Clean Museum exhibits upstairs
- The craft area is well-stocked with variety and staff are willing to help children—plan to spend time here as it's highlighted as a strength of the museum experience
- Visit with realistic expectations about floor cleanliness in high-traffic toddler areas (bring wipes or plan for hand-washing)—one reviewer noted crumbs on opening and had to clean their child's hands and knees
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