Children's Museums

National Weather Museum and Science Center

★★★★☆ 4.5 (155 reviews)

📍 1200 W Rock Creek Rd, Norman, OK 73071

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Quick Facts

⭐The National Weather Museum and Science Center is the only museum in the entire United States dedicated exclusively to weather
⭐The museum features wreckage and artifacts from previous tornadoes as part of its primary exhibits
⭐The museum operates with an all-volunteer staff and is not affiliated with the US government weather service
🏛️The museum is currently in a temporary location, with plans to expand to a larger facility in the future
⭐The museum features a flight simulator housed in a real half of an airplane that visitors can operate

💡Book a free guided tour to the National Weather Center at least 4-6 weeks in advance and combine it with your museum visit to create a more cohesive and enriching experience
💬Plan to spend 1-2 hours at the museum. While it's smaller than expected, the interactive displays and flight simulator are the standout attractions worth experiencing
💡Don't miss the tornado wreckage exhibits and the flight simulator experience in the real airplane fuselage - these are the most unique and memorable attractions mentioned by visitors
🕐Visit during weekday hours when volunteer staff can dedicate more time to answering questions about weather instruments and equipment, as reviews highlight their exceptional knowledge
💬The museum is currently in a temporary location with plans to expand, so check ahead for any updates on moving to the new facility which may feature additional exhibits like working weather radar stations