Treehouse Children's Museum

Unknown to most tourists outside the Ogden, Utah area, the Treehouse Children's Museum is a great place for kids of all ages to experience hands-on displays and interactive exhibits. Adults will also find the museum an engaging place to spend the afternoon with their families.

Best and Worst Time to Go to the Treehouse Children's Museum
The museum is open every day of the week except Sunday, and while it doesn't get overcrowded very often, it's best to avoid visiting on Saturday mornings during the school year or on rainy days when parents are looking for places to visit with their children. Visiting on school holidays should also be avoided.

Must See/Do at the Treehouse Children's Museum
One of the main focuses of the museum is literacy and the musical story time is a great opportunity for kids of all ages to engage in literary learning. Additionally, the main treehouse is a must-do for your children who are a bit more active. Finally, older kids with a political interest will enjoy getting their picture taken in the Oval Office at the American Dream Gallery.

Admission to the Treehouse Children's Museum
Admission to the museum is around $5 for both children and adults. The museum also offers various discounts on its website. In addition, the museum has memberships available starting at $50 per year.

Parking and Public Transportation to the Treehouse Children's Museum
While there is no dedicated parking lot for the museum, street parking is available for free around the building. In terms of public transportation, the museum is conveniently located only three blocks from the Utah Transit Authority Frontrunner train station. Cross Wall Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, and Grant Avenue until you see the Solomon Center. Turn north in front of the center until you see the museum.

Food at the Treehouse Children's Museum
There are no food options located directly at the museum. In fact, food is not permitted on the exhibit floor, although snacks are allowed in the lobby. However, there are plenty of food options within walking distance of the museum. Tickets for the museum are valid all day on multiple entries, so you can go for a couple of hours, leave to eat, and then come back.

Insider Tip for Visitors to the Treehouse Children's Museum
While the museum is geared towards providing hours of entertainment for children, it is not very stroller friendly. If you are going to bring a baby, it's best to wear a baby pack instead of trying to navigate the displays and groups of people with a stroller.

Author's bio: Clint T. has lived in Utah on and off for the past 20 years and will never grow tired of the great outdoors.