Motion Media Arts Center
LOCATIONS
Thinkery
1830 Simond, 512/469-6200
Photo by John Anderson
It’s a chronic parental conundrum: How to combine learning and fun. If anyone in Austin has the solution it’s Thinkery. On the ever-burgeoning Mueller development tract this children’s museum has hands-on exhibits out the wazoo and enough special events and classes to keep all kids busy, from toddlers to tweens. For you jealous adults there’s a monthly, themed night for the drinking-aged that mixes a splash of alcohol in with the second-childhood antics. These STEM warriors won’t let you or your brood down.
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Best of Austin Awards
- 2014: Readers Best Party Place
- 2011: Readers Best Fun, Educational Field Trip (Austin Children's Museum)
- 2003: Readers Best Party Place
- 2003: Readers Best Indoor Fun Spot
- 2002: Critics Best Way to Make Sure Your Child Is the Next Lyle Lovett (or Toni Price)
- 2002: Readers Best Indoor Fun Spot
- 2001: Critics Best Way To Introduce Children To Austin Music
- 2000: Readers Best Museum
- 1999: Critics Best Social Skills Clinic
- 1998: Critics Best Cultural Overhaul
- 1997: Critics Best Anticipated Bundle Of Joy
- 1995: Critics Best Indoor Playscape
- 1992: Critics Best Playscape (indoor)
