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Creative Discovery Museum

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Creative Discovery Museum

Downtown Chattanooga

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321 Chestnut St
Chattanooga, TN 37402
423-756-2738

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Creative Discovery Museum Description

The castle-like exterior gets a child's imagination going even before she enters the Creative Discovery Museum. Inside, kids dart from one area to the next, their curiosity unbridled and contagious. The museum's roof has been turned into a fun factory; giant bubble machines, musical instruments and pulleys are cleverly used to illustrate how machines work. Back inside, toddlers love the river play area, piloting boats in the water, then climbing the two-story structure and sliding down again.

Kid Tips

Babies: Not a quiet spot to bring baby, but the little yellow house area is perfect for crawlers and walkers to explore.

Toddlers & Pre-K: They'll spend most of their time in the river and on the roof; some of the exhibits may be above their heads

School-Age Kids: Great for kids under 12, especially those who are mechanically inclined or like puzzles.

Pre-Teens & Teens: Skip it.

Planning Notes

Dress for play. This is a serious run-around-and-get-sweaty kind of museum.
Food for thought. There's a cafe on site that sells sandwiches, salads and snacks.

Just the Facts

Hours: Sept. 4-February: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Wednesdays. March to Labor Day: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m.

Fees: Under $11

Recommended Time: 1 to 2 hours