Location: Springfield
Top Things to do in Springfield
Things to do in Springfield, Missouri (MO): The Best Museums
Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498. As of 2016, the Census Bureau estimated its population at 167,319. It is one of the two principal cities of the Springfield-Branson Metropolitan Area, which has a population of 541,991 and includes the counties of Christian, Dallas, Greene, Polk, Webster, Stone and Taney.
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1. NRA National Sporting Arms Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By Monica58860 - Dousman, United States
Did not expect this attraction at Bass Pro but sure am glad we did find it. So worth a trip up the stairs and into the exhibit. So much cool stuff to see. Highly recommend
2. Discovery Center of Springfield
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 198 reviews
Reviewed By laylas310 - Springfield, United States
its amazing it has so many cool things for kids to do and even the adults it is teaching kids science in a fun way
3. The Air and Military Museum of the Ozarks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
History from all branches of the service and many other items can be viewed. We are all volunteers and will help young people learn and get hands on with some of the equipment. Come and see what we have, it will surprise you.
Reviewed By MAP333QB - Alma, United States
An amazing amount of items on display and operated by some very knowledgable retired military guys. Highly recommend.
4. Springfield Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
Reviewed By SN1752 - Birmingham, United States
Wonderful cross-section of art from many eras and multiple genres with a good representation of local artists. You'll likely have the place to yourself so take your time and soak it in.
5. RSVPaint
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 17 reviews
Invite your family, friends, or coworkers; we will provide all the materials you need to create a memorable event complete with a finished painting to take home. A schedule of our instructed painting classes can be found on the Calendar and registering is as easy as 1,2,3.
Reviewed By raenicole - Midlothian, United States
I booked a private party for a bachelorette party and we had a great time! The instruction was fun and easygoing and allowed us to be creative and make our paintings our own. We were allowed to bring our own snacks and beverages
6. Bass Pro Archery Hall of Fame
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By MsProfessorADK
This free museum, located in the Bass Pro Shops headquarters, includes a wide range of artefacts related to archery, and is well worth the visit!
7. Railroad Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
8. Missouri Institute of Natural Science
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By TinytTraveler
Visited this museum as one of our homeschool class days. I was very impressed when the volunteer asked if we’d like a tour. There’s SO much information inside of this small museum, it really is a great place to visit! We were there for over an hour & a half and still didn’t get to see everything!! We will be going back and hopefully get to see Henry (the triceratops) when we go!!
9. Route 66 Car Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By jomD462XK
We were there for a private event. Mr. Mace gave a great overview on how he started the museum and his collection. Had a wonderful time.
10. History Museum on the Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
History Museum on the Square is located right on historic Route 66 in Springfield, MO. Our six permanent galleries tell the stories of significant events in Springfield and create distinct and intentional dialogues about objects, individuals, and history– dialogues that foster examinations of unique aspects of Springfield, Greene County and its people. A rich and vast collection of artifacts, photographs, and stories of the crossroads are combined using innovative technologies. Take a ride in our Trolley Time Machine, see if you are as good a shot as Wild Bill Hickok in a recreation of the first Wild West Shootout, explore what Springfield was like during the Civil War, and travel down the Mother Road to the place where Route 66 got its name. Walking tours of Springfield, special programs and events are offered throughout the year and can be found on our website. Voted #1 Best New Attraction by the readers of USA TODAY.
Reviewed By MissMem - Memphis, United States
This museum offers a great historical experience. It covers information about the settlement of Native Americans from the Trail of Tears, Route 66 memorabilia, Civil War stories and much about the Wild West. It's exhibits were excellent and interactive.
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