A 32,000 square foot lakefront complex just off I-10, with an undulating roof meant to echo the region's waterways. Two separately ticketed wings hold the Children's Museum of Southwest Louisiana and the LDWF Nature and Science Center, and outside are play areas, a covered fishing pier and trails to the Cypress Alligator Pond and the lakefront boardwalk.

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A 32,000 square foot lakefront building off I-10 with two separately ticketed wings: the Children's Museum of Southwest Louisiana and the LDWF Nature and Science Center. Outside are a covered fishing pier and walking trails to the Cypress Alligator Pond and the lakefront boardwalk.

Run by
Children's Museum of Southwest Louisiana and Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (one wing each)
Open
Children's Museum: Mon to Sat, 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Sun 1 to 4 PM. Nature and Science Center: Tue to Sat, 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Admission
Separate tickets: Children's Museum $16 per child or adult; Nature and Science Center $6 per person
  • Hands-on exhibits
  • Kids' programs
  • Gift shop
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Parking

Hours and prices change, so check before you go.

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