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Visitor tip
Don't miss the George Smith collection of Chinese and Japanese artifacts—reviewers highlight this as the standout exhibit with fascinating pieces that distinguish these museums from typical regional collections.
Visitor tip
The Dr. Seuss Museum is particularly engaging for children but also appeals to adults, making it an excellent starting point for families with young kids to set a fun tone for the visit.
Visitor tip
Check ahead for temporary exhibits (like the recent guitar exhibit) as these rotate and add variety to your visit. The museums' website or a quick call can confirm what's currently on display.
About Springfield Museums
Science, history & art on display. Leafy complex with a science museum, history museum & 2 art museums around a grassy quad.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Museum Complex (5 museums)
- Highlights
- Dr. Seuss museum, Chinese and Japanese artifacts, history, science, and art collections
- Admission
- One admission covers all five museums
- Location
- Charming quadrangle in downtown Springfield
What visitors say
Great collection of museums (history, science, art, fine art, childrens' lit) with a wonderful variety of exhibits, all in an attractive quadrangle in the center of the city! Includes the Doctor Seuss museum, which is super fun for…
A group of very interesting museums organized around a small and charming square. The George Smith is the best with its fascinating collection of chinese and japanese artifacts. Staff is very cordial and well informed. Definitely worth…
Great exhibits. Fun, interesting place. Historical area. (The guitar was temporary exhibit. Don’t think it’s still there).
From 2,878 Google reviews
Did You Know?
- Springfield Museums offers admission to all five museums (History, Science, Art, Fine Art, and Children's Literature/Dr. Seuss Museum) under one very reasonable admission price
- The George Smith collection features a fascinating assemblage of Chinese and Japanese artifacts, noted by visitors as the standout collection within the museum complex
- The museum complex is organized around an attractive grassy quadrangle in the center of Springfield, MA, creating a distinctive unified campus layout
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