





Children's Museums
Bootheel Youth Museum
📍 700a N Douglass St, Malden, MO 63863🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 1–4 PM |
About Bootheel Youth Museum
Bootheel Youth Museum is a children's museum in Malden, MO. Members receive an Association of Science and Technology Centers Travel Passport that provides free admission benefits at other member museums across the country. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 369 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Location
- Malden, Missouri
- Best For
- All ages
- Admission
- Children $8, Adults $6, Under 2 free
- Hours
- Wed-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1pm-4pm
💡 Did You Know?
- Members receive an Association of Science and Technology Centers Travel Passport that provides free admission benefits at other member museums across the country
- The museum features an unusual musical instrument exhibit made from sewer pipes, allowing visitors to create music on repurposed industrial materials
- Extremely affordable admission pricing at $8 for children and $6 for adults, with children 2 and under admitted free
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for at least 3 hours of exploration, though visitors report they could easily stay longer. The museum has multiple themed rooms with different setups, so arrive early to maximize your time across all exhibits.
- Consider purchasing a membership to access the Association of Science and Technology Centers Travel Passport, which provides free admission to other member museums across the country—great value for families who travel or visit multiple museums annually.
- The dedicated toddler area makes this museum particularly family-friendly for younger children. Parents with kids under 5 should prioritize this section, and children 2 and under get free admission.
- This venue is ideal as a backup plan for rainy or cold days in rural Southeast Missouri. The fully hands-on, indoor interactive exhibits like the bubble stand, shadow freeze wall, and sewer pipe musical instruments keep kids engaged without requiring a large time commitment.
- Book birthday parties or theme parties here—they're offered as special events and provide a cost-effective alternative to other entertainment venues for celebrations with groups.
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