The newly expanded Moody Family Children’s Museum at Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas is officially open.

Visitors can expect an entirely new and much larger experience at the venue. Following a first-look VIP preview party last week, the new section of the Perot Museum was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony the following day.

Now, with general admission to the wider museum, Dallasites and others can enjoy the massive new space.

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The footprint of the Children’s Museum has grown substantially, now 11,000 square feet, up from 6,529 square feet. Amsterdam-based NorthernLight was behind the design for the exciting new area that encourages educating children through experiential learning.

“The wait is over! After months of exciting renovations, we’re thrilled for children and families to experience this extraordinary new chapter in early STEM learning,” reads a description on the museum’s website.

So, what exactly can families expect?

  • Expanded Toddler Area: The focused space is tailored for toddlers to enjoy and engage in age-appropriate activities. Parents can breathe a sigh of relief as their little ones freely explore the safe environment.
  • Creative Makery: Kids can hone their problem-solving skills while learning design and engineering fundamentals.
  • Immersive Imaginarium: This multi-sensory and interactive experience encourages exploration and discovery.
  • Large Outdoor Area: Children can visit the programmable waterfall and enjoy natural play elements.
  • Toshiko MacAdam Designed Climbing Structure: This section will tire out tikes while exposing them to the work of renowned artist Toshiko MacAdam.

“For years, the Moody Family Children’s Museum has been a treasured gathering spot for families,” said Dr. Linda Silver, Eugene McDermott Chief Executive Officer at the Perot Museum, per Paper City.

“Children learn best through play, experience, and exploration. The exciting new exhibits we unveil today will inspire the type of unmistakable wonder that makes STEM more engaging, more approachable, and more impactful for the development of our youngest visitors.”

Suzanne Perot McGee, a board member of the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, said the redesigned children’s museum shows what is possible when investing “in the future of our children and our city.”