Hello everyone! I am excited to inform you all that Magic House is now offering free admission to all visitors. This is a great opportunity for families and individuals to explore the wonders and magic of this amazing place without any cost. Whether you are interested in art, history, science, or just want to have a fun and educational experience, Magic House has something for everyone. With free admission, you can now bring your family and friends and enjoy a day filled with creativity and imagination. The Magic House is known for its interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that will engage and entertain visitors of all ages. There are various themed exhibits to explore, such as the Arts and Crafts Room, where you can create your own masterpieces, and the Science and Discovery Room, where you can conduct experiments and learn about the secrets of the natural world.
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no need to purchase advance tickets. You can purchase admission when you arrive at our front desk!
Is The Magic House designed for a specific age level?
The Magic House is fun for everyone! Toddlers enjoy For Baby & Me, an exhibit area inspired by nursery rhymes. Preschoolers love Wonder Works, an area designed especially for younger children to explore the wonders of the world around them. Children ages five to 11 especially like the Children’s Village, a kid-sized community with a market, pet clinic, bank, library, garage and even a fishing pond.
Older children enjoy our Make-It Workshop, where they sew on a real sewing machine, create a unique sculpture out of recycled materials, see a 3D printer in action and more; and the Star-Spangled Center, a civic education center with a courtroom, legislative chamber and the Oval Office, where any kid can be president.
Where can I park?
Parking at The Magic House is free and available in the large lot behind the Museum. During the summer and on weekends, additional parking is available at Nipher Middle School located south of the Museum and Concordia Lutheran Church across Kirkwood Road.
Is food service available?
The Magic House is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles for families by providing a variety of healthy food options in our Picnic Basket Cafe. Enjoy delicious meals and snacks made with whole grains and fresh ingredients, many grown on site.
Preorders are recommended! Order your snack or meal before your visit with our new online ordering system. Plus, extend your visit by enjoying your meal on our patio or pavilion.
We welcome you to bring a water bottle to fill at one of our water bottle stations.
Can I bring my own food into the Museum? Are picnic facilities available?
Families can bring food to the Museum’s outdoor Garden Pavilion. These facilities are available on a first come, first serve basis. Outside food is not allowed within the Museum or Picnic Basket Cafe. Families are also welcome to leave for lunch and return the same day with a Magic House admission sticker.
Are strollers allowed?
Visitors are welcome to bring strollers to The Magic House. Please note that the Museum does not rent strollers. Elevators and ramps are located throughout the Museum to accommodate strollers and wheelchairs.
How do I purchase a membership?
Memberships can be purchased online or in-person at The Magic House.
We are interested in making a donation or contribution to The Magic House, who should we contact?
Thank you for considering a gift to The Magic House. There are many ways to give. To learn more, visit our Support the Museum section or contact the Development Office 314-288-2516.
Is The Magic House accessible?
All floors of the Museum are accessible. In addition to elevators and ramps throughout the building, we offer additional accessible entrances at the Emerson Education Center and Members Entrance, located closest to accessible parking spaces.
Are there any days where the Museum offers free or discounted admission?
The Magic House host Free Family Nights on the third Friday of every month. Thanks to the support of Emerson, this event offers free admission to families (up to two adults and four of their own children) from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Due to capacity regulations, space is limited and reentry is not allowed.
Can I make an appointment for Safety Stop?
All appointments are made through St. Louis Children’s Hospital. You may find details here.
The Magic House MADE for Kids
This new satellite location is just two blocks west of Kingshighway Blvd. The Magic House, MADE for Kids is located on the second floor of the adult makerspace MADE STL.
What is the cost to visit?
Admission to The Magic House, MADE for Kids is $6.00 for anyone ages 1 and older. Family Memberships, offering unlimited admission to The Magic House, MADE for Kids, are available beginning at $50.
Active-duty U.S. military and their immediate family members (military ID holder and five immediate family members) receive free admission.
Foster families receive free admission with proof of a current foster home license.
Are there any days where you offer free or discounted admission?
Free Family Nights at The Magic House MADE for Kids are sponsored by Mastercard on the third Friday of every month. Thanks to the support of Mastercard, this event offers free admission to families (up to two adults and four of their own children) from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Due to capacity regulations, space is limited and reentry is not allowed.
Is The Magic House @ MADE designed for a specific age group?
The Magic House MADE for Kids is designed for elementary and middle school students and their families. The 7,000-square-foot interactive space features four areas: a Makers’ Workshop, an Artists’ Studio, a Designers’ Lab and an Entrepreneurs’ Marketplace.
Is admission good for the entire day?
Families are welcome to leave and return the same day with their Magic House MADE For Kids sticker.
Are there additional fees once you enter the facility?
Additional purchases may be made at our Entrepreneur Shop, but are not required to complete your experience. Your admission includes all experiences in the facility. Additional purchase may be made to enhance your visit or projects. For example, visitors will have the opportunity to create using clay, if you would like to have your creation fired in our kiln, there is an additional fee.
Does my admission cover a visit to MADE, the Makerspace on the lower level?
The Magic House MADE for Kids admission is a separate entity from the adult makerspace MADE on the lower level. Visit https://madestl.com/ for membership details in the adult space.
Does my admission at The Magic House cover admission to The Magic House @ MADE?
Admission fees are only valid at the location in which they are purchased.
Is The Magic House, MADE for Kids wheelchair accessible?
The Magic House, MADE for Kidsis accessible. While the location is on the second floor, an elevator will take visitors to The Magic House, MADE for Kids.
Are strollers allowed?
Visitors are welcome to bring strollers. Please note that the Museum does not rent strollers.
Does The Magic House, MADE for Kids offer a group discount?
The $6.00 admission fee is still applicable per attendee, regardless of the group size.
Does The Magic House, MADE for Kids participate in the ACM Reciprocal Network?
While The Magic House’s flagship Kirkwood location participates in the ACM Reciprocal Network, The Magic House, MADE for Kids does not currently participate in discounted admission through this network.
Can I purchase passes to give as a gift?
Planning to share The Magic House, MADE for Kids admission passes with family or friends? Purchase gift passes now!
Free Opportunities
The Magic House is grateful for the support of corporate and foundation donors, friends, members and visitors. With their generous support, The Magic House, MADE for Kids is able to offer a variety of free admission opportunities to ensure that all children have the opportunity to visit this unique makerspace.
Free Family Night sponsored by Mastercard
The Magic House, MADE for Kids hosts Free Family Nights every third Friday of the month from 5:00 – 8:00pm. These special nights enable a family (up to two adults and four children) to visit at no cost. Free Family Nights are sponsored by Mastercard.
Address: 5127 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108
Upcoming Free Family Night Dates
Friday, June 16
Friday, July 21
Friday, August 18
St. Louis Public Library
St. Louis Public Library cardholders can check out a free pass to visit The Magic House, MADE for Kids. Families can borrow a membership to visit MADE for Kids for free through a partnership with the St. Louis Public Library. Visit your local Public Library branch to check out a pass, just like a book.
The St. Louis Public Library pass is valid for two adults and up to four children within one household
Field Trips
Thanks to generous grants from our supporters, eligible students can participate in the MADE for Kids school field trip program free of charge. Title 1 schools as well as schools with 50 percent or more students that qualify for free and reduced lunch are eligible to participate in this program free of charge. For additional details, educators may contact [email protected].
Youth Visits and Summer Camp Admission
Thanks to generous grants from our supporters and the Museum’s Access for All initiative, The Magic House is able to work with area youth organizations and schools to assist in covering the cost of admission, programs or summer camp for children in need.
To request additional information or to see if you are eligible, contact [email protected].
Plan Your Visit
The Magic House is one of the top Children’s Museum’s in the country, inspiring children to discover the world through play as they explore hundreds of exciting interactive exhibits.
Plan your visit to The Magic House today, a place where fun and learning come to play!
Current School Year Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Winter Holiday Hours
Dec. 19: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 20: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 21: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 22: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 23: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 24: 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Christmas: Closed
Dec. 26: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 27: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 28: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 29: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 30: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Dec. 31: 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Jan. 1: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Jan. 2: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
General Admission
General admission tickets give you all-day access to hundreds of interactive exhibits.
Adults and children 1 and up: $14.00
Children under 1: Free
Group Visits
The Magic House offers a special group rate of $7.00 per person for groups of 15 or more people. In order to receive this rate, a minimum of one adult chaperone is required for every five children.
Click here to book your summer field trip.
Scholarships are available for St. Louis area organizations that serve children’s in need of financial assistance. Please email [email protected] for more information.
$3.00 After 3:00 pm
The Magic House offers a $3 after 3 pm discount for families from our region. Residents of St. Louis County, City of St. Louis, Jefferson County, Franklin County, St. Charles County, Warren County and Lincoln County can enjoy $3 admission per person from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. To receive the discount, guests need to provide proof of residency.
Current Members
When you arrive head to our Membership Entrance, show your digital membership card and enjoy your visit! No need to make a reservation.
Interested in becoming a Magic House Member? An annual membership provides admission to the Museum, exclusive events, discounts and other perks! We have several levels to choose from to fit your families needs, v iew our annual pass options here.
Additional Discounts
Active-duty Military: With proof of Military ID, admission to The Magic House is free for all Active-duty Military and their immediate family.
Foster Family: With proof of appropriate paperwork foster families receive free admission to The Magic House.
There are various themed exhibits to explore, such as the Arts and Crafts Room, where you can create your own masterpieces, and the Science and Discovery Room, where you can conduct experiments and learn about the secrets of the natural world. The History Room takes you on a journey through time, showcasing artifacts and stories from different periods in history. In addition to the exhibits, Magic House also hosts special events and workshops throughout the year.
This is a great opportunity to learn new skills or deepen your knowledge in a particular area of interest. From art workshops to science demonstrations, there is always something exciting happening at Magic House. So, mark your calendars and gather your loved ones for a day of fun and exploration at Magic House. With free admission, there is no reason to miss out on this opportunity. Come and experience the magic for yourself! Don't forget to spread the word and let others know about this exciting news. Magic House is a place that everyone should have the chance to visit and enjoy, and now with free admission, it is more accessible than ever before. We look forward to welcoming you to Magic House and hope you have a fantastic time exploring all that it has to offer. See you soon!.
Reviews for "Step into a World of Wonder: Free Admission to the Magic House"
- Mary - 2 stars
The Magic House claims to have "free admission," but it's far from free. Once you enter, you're bombarded with expensive add-ons like the carousel rides and interactive exhibits that require additional fees. It's deceiving and misleading. Not to mention, the staff was not very helpful or friendly. I was expecting a fun and enjoyable experience for my kids, but all we got was disappointment and a dent in our wallets.
- John - 1 star
I had high hopes for the Magic House, but it fell short in so many ways. The exhibits were outdated and in desperate need of refurbishment. It felt dirty and neglected. The fact that they charge for admission and then have the audacity to ask for additional fees for certain exhibits is simply ridiculous. It's not worth the money or the visit. Save yourself the disappointment and find a better children's museum.
- Sarah - 2 stars
I was excited to take my kids to the Magic House, but the experience was underwhelming. The exhibits were overcrowded, making it difficult to fully enjoy and engage with the activities. The staff seemed overwhelmed and disinterested in helping. I also felt misled by the so-called "free admission," as there were so many additional charges once inside. Overall, it was not worth the time and money. I would not recommend the Magic House to other families.