Museums + Aquariums + Zoo

MOSI's Iconic Blue Dome will house Florida's largest planetarium and digital dome theater when it reopens in 2025.
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Florida’s Largest Planetarium to Open in 2025 at MOSI

MOSI, Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry, is about to blow your mind as it prepares to unveil Florida’s largest digital dome theater and planetarium – the second largest in the country – inside the iconic blue dome that once housed an outdated IMAX theater.

Randolph the Reindeer and elves at ZooTampa Christmas in the Wild
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Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa is bigger and brighter in 2024!

One of our favorite holiday events in Tampa Bay, Christmas in the Wild at ZooTampa, returns for 16 select nights beginning November 29!

Creatures of the Night at ZooTampa 2024 Trolls in troll cave
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INSIDE LOOK: Creatures of the Night at ZooTampa returns with NEW thrills in 2024!

ZooTampa’s Creatures of the Night family-friendly Halloween party is returning in 2024 for 13 select nights with NEW thrills and returning favorites!

NEW Heart of the Sea fish at Florida Aquarium Circle Window
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FIRST LOOK: Indo-Pacific fish move into the Florida Aquarium’s Heart of the Sea habitat

The Florida Aquarium just unveiled the transformation of its second-largest exhibit, the Heart of the Sea habitat, welcoming thousands of new Indo-Pacific sea creatures!

NEW Stingray Feeding Experience at The Florida Aquarium
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INSIDE LOOK: New Stingray Feeding Experience at The Florida Aquarium

The Florida Aquarium just debuted a new Stingray Feeding Experience at its Stingray Beach touch tank, giving you a chance to see what it’s like to be a biologist who cares for these majestic creatures.

Pi Day pie fight at Glazer Children's Museum kids
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Celebrate Pi Day on March 14 with an Epic Pie Fight at Glazer Children’s Museum!

At Glazer Children’s Museum, we’re in the business of teaching through play, so when we decided to celebrate Pi Day we knew it had to be fun.

New exhibit at MOSI a-MAZE-ing Butterflies
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NEW at MOSI: a-MAZE-ing Butterflies exhibit

Join us we explore the incredible life journey of the butterfly in the NEW ‘a-MAZING Butterflies’ exhibit at MOSI!

Prehistoric Predators at ZooTampa
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Prehistoric Predators exhibit NOW OPEN at ZooTampa

ZooTampa at Lowry Park is once again transporting you back into prehistoric times so you and the kids can go nose to snout with some of the world’s most ferocious prehistoric predators. Prehistoric Predators is a limited-time exhibit and the final day to experience it is Sunday, April 28, 2024. The best part — it’s…

Night at the Museum Tampa Bay History Center Star Wars
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A Night at the Museum: Celebrate Halloween with the Tampa Bay History Center!

We’re sharing all you need to know about “A Night at the Museum” for a hauntingly good time in Downtown Tampa!

Check Out the New Weird and Wonderful World of MORPH’D at The Florida Aquarium!
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Check Out the New Weird and Wonderful World of MORPH’D at The Florida Aquarium!

Check out MORPH’D, the all-new exhibit from The Florida Aquarium where you can meet some weirdly wonderful, and unique creatures such as axolotls, chameleons, and even bird poop frogs!

Big John the Triceratops at Glazer Children's Museum in Tampa
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How to See Big John, the World’s Largest Fossil Triceratops at Glazer Children’s Museum

Glazer Children’s Museum in Tampa will soon be home to Big John, the world’s largest fossil triceratops for a three year exhibition.

SeaTREK at The Florida Aquarium
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Experience what it’s like to walk underwater with SeaTREK at The Florida Aquarium

Join us as we take you on a deep dive into what to expect when you walk underwater with The Florida Aquarium’s SeaTREK experience! Kids as young as 10 can participate too!

Giant Tortoise Encounter at ZooTampa
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9 Ways to Upgrade Your Day with Unforgettable Animal Encounters at ZooTampa

Give your next visit to ZooTampa a VIP twist by upgrading your day with an up-close animal encounter or backstage tour!

Shellebrate Spring and Discover Dinos at Clearwater Marine Aquarium!
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Shellebrate Spring and Discover Dinos at Clearwater Marine Aquarium!

Shellebrate spring and check out Dino Rescue at Clearwater Marine Aquarium before the exhibit goes extinct on April 15!

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7+ Tampa Bay Museums Your Kids Will Love

We’re sharing our favorite museums for kids in Tampa Bay that your kiddos are sure to love! From children’s musuems to history museums, there’s something for every family on our list.

What's NEW at MOSI putt putt golf
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What’s NEW at MOSI: Putt Putt, Toothpick Wonders + MORE!

The Museum of Science and Industry, MOSI, is offering even MORE fun things to do with the family and more is on the horizon.

art with kids
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Great Places to Experience Art with Kids: St. Pete Edition

With its beautiful art district and tons of artist spaces, St. Pete is the perfect place to explore Fine Arts with your kids.

Watermelon Seeds exhibit at Florida Children's Museum
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INSIDE LOOK: The NEW Florida Children’s Museum in Lakeland

Check out the NEW Florida Children’s Museum at Lakeland’s Bonnet Springs Park! The Florida Children’s Museum is fun for the whole family!

MOSI: Creating Tampa Bay’s Future Today
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MOSI: Creating Tampa Bay’s Future Today

With several significant new projects in the works, MOSI is working hard to create a bright future for one of Tampa’s iconic institutions.

Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day | 12+ local museums participating!
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Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day | 12+ local museums participating!

Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day is Saturday, Sept 17, 2022! We’re sharing which Tampa Bay area museums are taking part to open their doors for FREE.

Summer at ZooTampa
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Summer at ZooTampa: What’s NEW and more fun things to do at the zoo!

Summer at ZooTampa combines learning + fun! Home to more than 1,000 animals, your family will enjoy hours of entertainment and education! 

John Graydon Smith CEO of MOSI
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NEW ADVENTURES AT MOSI! Get to know MOSI’s New President & CEO: John Graydon Smith

As MOSI looks to the future, a new leader is helping to pave the way. Meet MOSI’s new President and CEO, John Graydon Smith.

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MOSI Summer Science Camps + 60th Anniversary

With over 90 different science camps to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect camp to capture your children’s interest all summer.

New WILD Adventures at ZooTampa
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New WILD Adventures at ZooTampa

ZooTampa ’s Florida Wilds is now open! This new, immersive area features more spacious habitats for native species so they can thrive.

Big League Fun exhibit now open at Glazer Children’s Museum!
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Big League Fun exhibit now open at Glazer Children’s Museum!

It’s game time at Glazer Children’s Museum! Get an Inside Look at what to expect at this new temporary exhibit Big League Fun!

Dino Don’s DinoVenture Invades The Bishop in Bradenton
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Dino Don’s DinoVenture Invades The Bishop in Bradenton

Dino Don’s DinoVenture is a new exhibit on display at The Bishop and we’re getting a peek with the creator, dinosaur expert Don Lessem!

On Exhibit: “Picasso and the Allure of the South” at The Dali in St. Pete
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On Exhibit: “Picasso and the Allure of the South” at The Dali in St. Pete

“Picasso and the Allure of the South” features 79 pieces of art by Pablo Picasso, half of which have never been on display in the United States.

ZooTampa Wildlife Explorer Quest
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NEW at ZooTampa! Wildlife Explorer Quest

ZooTampa Wildlife Explorer Quest is an exciting new way to interact with the Zoo! Kids go on a quest to find and learn about animals!

Daniel Tiger Exhibit at Glazer Children's Museum
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INSIDE LOOK: “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit” at Glazer Children’s Museum

“Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit” is now open at the Glazer Children’s Museum. Come along with us on a tour!

Secrets of the Zoo: ZooTampa
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INSIDE LOOK: Secrets of the Zoo: ZooTampa

If you’ve ever watched an episode of the popular Nat Geo WILD series “Secrets of the Zoo: ZooTampa,” you may already know …

The Florida Aquarium
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Visiting The Florida Aquarium With Your Toddler

We love the Florida Aquarium in Tampa, FL! Here are some tips for visiting the aquarium with your toddler or young child.

Van Gogh Alive at the Dali Starry Night
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Van Gogh Alive at The Dali extended through June!

Van Gogh Alive at The Dali is an immersive, multi-sensory art exhibit like you’ve never experienced before! We’re sharing what to expect.

RAWRsome! Dinovations Lab Now Open at MOSI!
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RAWRsome! Dinovations Lab Now Open at MOSI!

MOSI’s newest exhibit is going prehistoric with the unveiling of the Dinovations Lab featuring a diplodocus dino skeleton, Paleo Lab, and more!

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Brain-Building Play: Publix at Glazer Children’s Museum

Kate White of Glazer Children’s Musuem shares the benefit’s of your child’s time in the revamped Publix exhibit at the museum!