View of the front entrance signs at the Children's Museum of South Dakota.

Visit

Hours + Admission

Play Along With Us!

We spark imagination and learning for all children and their grown-ups through play, creativity, and discovery.

 

 

  • Museum Hours

  • Café Hours

Museum member hours take place on Saturdays from 9-10 am.

We are closed on Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

 

 

  • Monday Graphic Closed
  • Tuesday Graphic 10 am – 7 pm
  • Wednesday Graphic Closed Christmas Eve
  • Thursday Graphic Closed Christmas Day
  • Friday Graphic 10 am – 5 pm
  • Saturday Graphic 10 am – 5 pm
  • Sunday Graphic Noon – 5 pm
  • Monday Graphic Closed
  • Tuesday Graphic 9 am – 6:30 pm
  • Wednesday Graphic Closed Christmas Eve
  • Thursday Graphic Closed for Christmas Day
  • Friday Graphic 9 am – 5 pm
  • Saturday Graphic 9 am – 5 pm
  • Sunday Graphic Closed

Museum member hours take place on Saturdays from 9-10 am.

We are closed on Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

 

 

Museum Admission
$11.50 ages 1 and up

  • Reduce your wait in line, reserve your playtime! Tickets are available online until 1 hour prior to the museum opening. Otherwise, you may purchase admission at the door.
  • Children under the age of 1 are free.
  • Museum members are free. Bring your member card and photo ID.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult (age 16 or older) at all times.
  • We require a 1 to 5 adult to child ratio.
  • Your donations support our mission to spark imagination for children and their grown-ups.
  • Learn about our Museums for All Access Initiative.

Gift Shop Hours

Open to the public.

  • Mon: Closed
  • Tues: 10 am – 7 pm
  • Wed: 10 am – 5 pm
  • Thur: 10 am – 5 pm
  • Fri: 10 am – 5 pm
  • Sat: 10 am – 5 pm
  • Sun: noon – 5 pm
Play Central Toys & Books

Cafe Hours

Open to the public.

  • Mon: Closed
  • Tues: 9 am – 5 pm
  • Wed: 9 am – 5 pm
  • Thur: 9 am – 5 pm
  • Fri: 9 am – 5 pm
  • Sat: 9 am – 5 pm
  • Sun: Closed
Café Coteau

Member Hours + Benefits

Members have special playtime from 9-10 am on Saturdays. They also receive a discount at Play Central Toys & Books!

Become a Member

Access Initiative

As part of Museums for All, we offer discounted admission and membership to those who qualify for public income-related assistance.

learn more

Sensory Friendly Play

Sensory Friendly Play is a low-sensory playtime that offers a calm, less crowded opportunity for exploration in our Museum’s exhibits.

view the schedule

Explore the Museum

We’re excited to see you here in the heart of Brookings’ Downtown Historic District.

Get directions to the Museum, check out our exhibits, or read our planning tips.

explore our exhibits