AROUND OK Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum in Seminole, OK
Families can experience the wonder of space in the Kirkpatrick Planetarium, learn the science behind the storm in Wild Weather, or explore Red Dirt Dinos: An Oklahoma Dinosaur Adventure to see dinosaurs that once walked in Oklahoma! In addition to these exhibits, there are plenty of other areas for children to explore in the more than eight acres of educational fun at the museum. Plan your adventure at www.sciencemuseumok.org and be sure to make plenty of time to enjoy this Oklahoma City treasure!
Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, AR
The Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum in Seminole has been helping children grow their imagination since 1993. With plenty of opportunities to play pretend and become a pilot, a doctor, or a firefighter, families can have fun while learning about the grown-up world. While enjoying the museum, families can also take a train ride, explore the castle maze, and have fun trying to place themselves in a huge soap bubble. The museum prides itself on being a place where children play to learn, and the 12,0000+ square foot space is sure to have something for every child’s interest. Depending on the child’s age, the museum advises to plan for two to four hours to explore their various exhibits. For more information on planning this adventure, you can check out www.jasminemoran.com. Seminole is about two and a half hours from Bartlesville, and can easily serve as a day trip or weekend getaway. If your family is looking to fill a few days, stops in Oklahoma City or Tulsa can round out this fun adventure.
Science Museum Oklahoma in Oklahoma City
Continue the family adventure, or maybe make it a romantic weekend getaway, at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas. This one-of-a-kind museum houses an amazing collection of American artists including work by Norman Rockwell, John Singer Sargent, Thomas Hart Benton, and Andy Warhol. Plenty of temporary exhibits compliment the permanent collection, and best of all, admission to the museum is free. The museum also acquired Frank Lloyd Wright's Bachman-Wilson House in 2015 after it was taken apart in New Jersey and rebuilt on the grounds in Bentonville. Be sure to carve out a full day to explore the artwork at this museum and plan to eat at their culinary experience Eleven at Crystal Bridges. Families can also plan to eat outside by picnicking at Walker Landing or other locations on the museum trails and grounds. For more information on special events or other activities, check out the museum website at crystalbridges.org.
What if I just can’t get away?
Everyone knows science is full of exploring and learning, and Science Museum Oklahoma is the perfect place to enjoy your next education adventure. Ever since the Kirkpatrick Center, predecessor to the museum, opened in 1978, children and families have come to NE 52nd Street in Oklahoma City to explore the hands-on exhibits and educational entertainment. Science Museum Oklahoma allows visitors to explore over 350 displays in this “amusement park for the mind.”
Feel like there’s no time to get away this summer? When was the last time you visited the Frank Phillips Home, Bartlesville Area History Museum, or Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve? Even if you’ve been before, there’s always something new to discover at our local museums and attractions. In addition, you won’t want to miss some of the fun events they have coming up this summer, including concerts on the lawn, children’s festivals, and so much more. For details on ways to explore your own backyard go to www.visitbartlesville.com. Most of all, enjoy the journey! JUNE 2019 | b Monthly
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