Magic House (The)

516 South Kirkwood Road, St Louis, MO 63122-5926
 
 
 
 
 
Average User Rating (68)
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Jody Newman and Barbie Freund founded this non-profit organization in 1975 with the goal of creating an interactive museum that attracts, educates, and entertains both children and adults. First Impressions is one... More »
Jody Newman and Barbie Freund founded this non-profit organization in 1975 with the goal of creating an interactive museum that attracts, educates, and entertains both children and adults. First Impressions is one of the world's largest movable sculptures, standing over eight feet tall. Lean against it for fun and make an impression of yourself. Learn about magnets, electricity or about the environment through hands-on activities such as the Oil Spill Cleanup project, or be a star on the KIDS-TV station.
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Open Hours: School year (Sep-May): noon-5:30pm Tue-Thu; noon-9pm Fri; 9:30am-5:30pm Sat; 11am-5:30pm Sun; Summer (Memorial Day-Labor Day): 9:30am-5:30pm Mon-Thu; 9:30am-9pm Fri; 9:30am-5:30pm Sat; 11am-5:30pm Sun
Contact: +1 314 822 8900
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35 reviews for Magic House (The)
To the Magic House we go!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 09/18/09
My husband & I brought my granddaughter to the Magic House.It was our first outing with her. We had an spectaculor time. Its was so wonderful to see the joy and excitement on the childrens faces.You can sense excitement in the air as soon as you enter the doors. She really enjoyed the slide, and we enjoyed her watching all the other "lil people". I really enjoyed it because it is their own little world.We will defiantly take her again. We had a blast! The Wise's
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Kids paradise
By TeshaS, 06/04/09
My kids loved the Magic House. There are so many cool things for kids of all ages to do. It was also fun for mommy and daddy too.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
I remember!
By Betsy B, 04/22/09
My mom used to take my sister and I to the Magic House when we were little, and I absolutely adored it. I was probably around 6 or 7 at the time (now I'm 20), and I remember so much about it. I remember the exhibits seeming just that-- magical! It's so much for a child to look at and take in, there's a good chance they'll remember it when they're older! I've never found a place quite like it, and I'd love to go back someday. =)
 
 
 
 
 
3 of 3 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Don't think we will go back, disappointed
By Jennifer J, 04/06/09
Ok I liked that I could find "buy one get one free" admissions online, saved me some money, they had some good ideas there but I was just overall disappointed in it. I took an 8 yr old, and two 2 year olds. the 8 yr old enjoyed it the most, as most of the museum was geared toward the older children. mostly my kids played in the sand area, went magnet fishing, and played in the water we do all these things at home on a regular basis for free!! There were no hand held maps (only on some walls) so i wasn't sure where we had been and where we should go? there were lots of climbing ladders, etc going from floor to floor which were not intended for adults so it was hard to let the kids go and still not lose them (good idea, bad execution) Many of the activities did not have instructions, or just did not work (like when u push the button it was supposed to talk but didnt) we were there for about 2 hours and it was also uncomfortably warm. Overall, the kids had an ok time, parents were bored and disappointed trying to keep up with everyone and keep kids entertained, do not think it was worth the time or money for this trip MIGHT return when the kids are older, but probably not. Sorry, would not recommend this for your trip, go to the zoo!
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 4 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Fun for all
By r, 09/07/08
Very safe and fun for all ages. It had things for my daughter 2 years old who absolutely loved it as well as for older kids/adults on the upper floors. A bit pricy, but will absolutely go there again. Well worth the money for a fun vacation day.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Fun for all ages!
By TeshaS, 06/27/08
I would recommend going to the Magic House. My son is 4yrs and my daughter is 19 months; this was a trip that both of them could enjoy. There were games and activities that they could both do together or on their own. They both stayed busy during our entire visit. When it was time to go we had to practially drag both of them to the door. I had lots of fun too! Not to mention, I learned a few new fun facts along the way. This was a fun and educational trip for the whole family.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
CAN NOT WAIT TO GO BACK
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 05/06/08
IT IS FINE AS IT IS DO NOT CHANGE THE WAY THE MAGIC HOUSE IS OR ELSE.WE CAN NOT WAIT TO GO BACK BEACAUSE IT IS FUN.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Love to go to the Magic House
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 01/25/08
Our pre-school granddaughter has a great time at the magic house. Liked it better when there were special morning sessions just for pre-schoolers, however. Older children can be a little wild and not as watchful of the little ones. It also seems pricey for little ones who cannot spend as much time at each visit.
 
 
 
 
 
0 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
great fun for all ages 1-99
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/24/07
It's a fun place from toddlers up, my teenagers even had a blast.I've been going to the magic house since I was a girl now I take my 5 children and they all get something out of it.
 
 
 
 
 
Best Childrens musuem
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 06/18/07
Don't let the name fool you. No magic here. Excellent play area for children and education with it. All my children have loved it every time i take them. Godd half a day adventure.
 
 
 
 
 
2 of 3 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
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