Tempe History Museum - Kids Place
About
A free city history museum with a hands-on Kid's Place gallery
Tempe History Museum is a free city-run history museum on E Southern Ave in Tempe, next to the Tempe Public Library. The museum's Kid's Place children's gallery is the kid-focused area inside the larger museum.
Programs and exhibits
The museum runs free admission Tuesday-Saturday with the Kid's Place gallery as a permanent exhibit. Programs include:
- Free admission to all galleries
- Kid's Place hands-on children's gallery
- History-themed exhibits across the museum
- School and group field trips
What's Included
- Climb-on motorcycle and fruit truck in Kid's Place
- Books and coloring station
- Old-time music radio
- Stage area with dress-up career costumes
- Free general admission
Experience
A flexible fit for families who want a free, low-pressure indoor stop with a dedicated kid-focused gallery. Museum hours (10am-5pm Tue-Sat) match standard outing windows.