Great Explorations Children's Museum

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Great Explorations Children's Museum

Monday-Saturday 10:30 am-4 pm
Sunday 12-4 pm
1925 4th. St. N., St.
(1201)

Petersburg, FL 33704
727-821-8992 Greatex.org

Admission:
Free for children under 12 months
$15 for children 1-17
$12 for adults 18+

06/17/2026

Brace yourselves, it’s a whirlwind of fun ahead! 🌈

This week at Great Explorations, we’re forecasting 100% chance of field trips! 🚌☀️

🌪️Make sure to consult our Field Trip Forecast to plan your week’s adventures!🌟

06/16/2026

☀️🌺✨ Celebrate the First Day of Summer with Lillaquin! ✨🌺☀️

Join us, at Great Explorations, on June 21 from 12 PM–2 PM for a magical afternoon with Lillaquin from Planet Peek-A-Boo! 🌸💫 Enjoy summer-themed fun, dancing, crafts, and a special meet-and-greet with everyone’s favorite flower friend.

🌺 Event Schedule:
🕚 12:30 PM – Lillaquin Dance Party
🏖️ 1:30 PM – Beach Dance Party

🎨 Plus, enjoy Lillaquin coloring pages and create your own beautiful Lillaquin flower to take home!

This special event is free for Museums for All (SNAP, WIC, EBT) participants thanks to the generous support of the Chapman Foundation. 💜

🎟️ Included with standard museum admission for all other guests.

06/13/2026

What a night to remember! 💜✨

Our Daddy Daughter Dance was filled with laughter, dancing, sweet memories, and plenty of magical moments on the dance floor. 🪩 Thank you to all the amazing dads, daughters, and families who joined us and made this event so special!

A huge THANK YOU to Chick-fil-A Fourth Street North and Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard for providing delicious food and sweet treats that kept everyone smiling all evening.

We loved celebrating with you and can’t wait to do it again next year! 💫

And don’t forget — all dads receive FREE admission to Great Explorations on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21! 🎉 Bring the family and continue the celebration with a day full of play, exploration, and fun. 🌟

06/10/2026

✨ Join us for June Great Connections! ✨

Enjoy the museum with fewer crowds, dimmed overhead lighting, and soft, calming music throughout the space 🎶

Need a break? Our cool-down room will be available for anyone who needs a quiet moment 🧸

We can’t wait to welcome you for a relaxed, inclusive, and joyful museum experience 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to Guardian Trust and Community Foundation Tampa Bay for their generous support in making this special gathering possible. 💜

06/09/2026

🪩 Join us at the Great Explorations’ first annual Daddy Daughter Dance! Happening this Friday, June 12th ✨

Dance the night away with a live DJ, enjoy delicious treats courtesy of Chick-fil-A Fourth Street North and Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard and play in select museum exhibits for added adventure throughout the evening!

🎟️ Grab your ticket today at the link in our bio!

06/05/2026

☀️ Start Your Summer Off Right with Great Ex! ☀️

School's out, the days are longer, and summer adventures are just beginning! Make Great Explorations Children's Museum part of your family's summer plans with a membership that includes unlimited FREE admission all year long.

Spend your summer climbing, building, creating, exploring, and making memories with Morris and friends. Whether you're looking for a way to beat the heat, fill a rainy afternoon, or enjoy a spontaneous day of play, Great Ex is here for you 7 days a week.

✨ Unlimited FREE admission
🦖 Visits with Morris
🎨 New activities and programs throughout the year
💜 Endless opportunities to learn through play
🌎 Local and national reciprocities

Learn more and become a member: https://greatex.org/memberships/

06/01/2026

🤠 Saddle up, partners! Your June Monthly Reciprocal is headed west to the legendary The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art 🐎🌵

Great Ex members can mosey on over and explore breathtaking western art, wild wildlife exhibits, and adventure around every corner all month long! 🎨🦬✨

So grab your cowboy hats, round up the kiddos, and hit the trail for a rootin’-tootin’ good time this June! 🤠⭐

Check out our membership page for more info ➡️ https://tr.ee/ekmhmrr4dm

05/27/2026

✨ Twirl into a magical night at our Daddy Daughter Dance on June 12th! 💃🕺

Whether it’s dad, stepdad, grandpa, uncle, or any special grown-up, this night is all about making sweet memories together 💕 Get ready for dancing, laughter, and a whole lot of sparkle at Great Ex!

🎟️ Tickets are available now: https://tr.ee/Tk5pww8Tev

Don’t wait, this is going to be a night to remember! ✨

Address

1925 4th Street N
Saint Petersburg, FL
33704

Telephone

+17278218992

Website

http://www.greatex.org/

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