Visiting the Tellus Science Museum
We went to the Tellus Science Museum in Cartersville with our three-year-old son, JP. I have to admit, at first I was skeptical about a museum offering enough activities for his age group. We spent the afternoon exploring everything the museum had to offer and found so much excitement for his age group.
The biggest reason for our trip, and the first thing we experienced at the Tellus, was the dinosaurs at the Fossil Gallery. The kids are blown away by the exhibit, which even showcases a fossilized T-Rex (JP’s favorite) named Stan. Another favorite of ours was the Georgia Underwater Exhibit which features fossils native to our state!
For hands-on science exploration, the Tellus Museum offers a permanent kid’s exhibit called “My Big Backyard”. This is by far any kid’s favorite experience at the museum. It’s like a cool indoor playground for kids to discover and explore science experiments. It’s a must-do engaging experience for kids of all ages. JP had such a great time learning about weather, magnets and even centrifugal force.
Sadly, I was outnumbered and had to check out the Mineral Gallery by myself. There wasn’t as much for kids there, but we couldn’t pry JP from the “My Big Backyard” always. I enjoyed learning about the minerals that are native to Georgia. Moms… if you want to check out some major “bling”, this is the place.
Another kid favorite is the Fossil Dig and Gem Mining area. Kids can dig for real fossils to take home! They love carefully digging together for fossils. All of the kids were super focused. The Gem Mining lets the kids grab a pan and sift for gems. We made sure to help JP with this fun activity since he was a little young, but a museum employee graciously gave him some gems to take home.
The Tellus Science Museum also has a planetarium, solar house and an exhibit called “Science in Motion” that is all about transportation. Don’t hesitate to bring your young child to the Tellus Science Museum. We found plenty to do with a toddler and it was enjoyable for the whole family!
Tips For Visiting the Tellus Science Museum
- Bring a stroller for your child. Even though the museum offers so much for the kids, its best to bring the stroller for parts of the museum that aren’t hands-on. The Mineral exhibit and the “Science in Motion” exhibit are fun to look at with the little ones, but aren’t hands-on.
- Bring a change of clothes. Young kids can get wet while panning for gems. Bring a change of clothes for them, especially if you’re traveling.
- Pack a lunch. The museum offers food, at their cafe, but you can pack a lunch for a picnic.
- Call ahead for special events and planetarium times.
- Parking is free. They also offer electronic fuel stations!
- Kids under 3 are FREE.
That sounds like a fun museum. I think both of my boys would really like it there.
Oh this place looks like a blast! I know my son would LOVE it here! I wish we had something like this (a bit more interactive than a traditional museum) a bit closer to us!
What a great place to visit. I wish we lived closer, so I can bring the twins there.
That looks like so much fun and some great ideas for what to do when planning a trip to a childrens museum. We are in Portland and have one we love to go to thought it’s been a while and I’ll definitely have to use some of these ideas when taking my 2 year old!
That looks fun! If we’re ever in the area, we’ll have to visit. I love finding educational and fun places to take my kids.
Looks like a really cool museum. We have two different interactive science museums in our area for children, and they are always a lot of fun to go too.
Great list to keep in mind while traveling with toddlers. They’re very special and full of energy! Thanks for sharing! Tips will help all moms got sure!
I love learning about new places to take the kiddos. My boys love science type stuff. I bet they would love this museum. We really liked one is Ohio called Cosi.
This looks like a great place to take the kiddos! So much fun!
Great list for when you travel with toddlers! This looks like a fun museum I would love to go and am a huge fan of educational yet fun learning!
We frequently visit the Atlanta area and I hadn’t heard about this museum! My 4 kiddos love museums, esp. science ones!
It looks like an amazing day! Love the architecture of the museum
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From the time my kids were old enough to enjoy museums we’ve been going. Even before they could walk. To this day they both love visiting museums when we go on vacation.
So glad it was a success! I have noticed more and more how people are more sensitive to kid friendly atmospheres being needed.
what a fun day!!! We loved the science museum in Ohio. We haven’t been to Tennessee’s yet.
I’m sure you had a wonderful time there with your family. What a fun tour that must’ve been! The tips are great for helping parents to figure what they need to do or bring when they visit this museum.
I’ve never heard of this museum before but it looks like a fun time! I’m going to have to pass this place along to my sister for my nephew. I bet he would love it!