Popularity of Museum Stroller Tours

Recently, a friend asked if we would like to go on a stroller tour of the Cleveland Museum of Art. I had not really heard of such a gathering, and unfortunately, I have to work and will not be able to attend. However, I started to look more into stroller tours and realized there is a whole new world of museum strolling.

Pack up your diaper bag with your baby wipes, sippycups, favorite beverage for the parents, and some snacks, and toss it underneath the stroller because this parent is getting out of the house to view some ancient relics. Apparently the Cleveland Museum of Art is not the first to think of promoting Stroller Tours, so I decided to do some investigation into other destinations around the country that offer similar events.

Cleveland Museum of Art

When: The first and third Wednesday of each month from 10:30-11:30 AM.
Ages: Parents and 18-month and younger toddlers.
Cost: $7 per adult/infant pair; $5 members.
Link: www.clevelandart.org/learn/in-the-galleries/stroller-tours

McClung Museum (Knoxville, TN)

When: Monday mornings, 10:00-11:00 AM.
Ages: None listed.
Cost: Free.
Link: mcclungmuseumstrollertour.eventbrite.com

Whitney Museum of American Art (New York City)

When: Select Fridays 12:00–1:00 PM.
Ages: Parents and 18-month and younger toddlers.
Cost: $25 per adult ($10 for Family Series members or Friend-level members and higher).
Link: whitney.org/Education/Families/StrollerTours

Katonah Museum Stroller Tour (Katonah, New York)

When: Select Fridays, 9:00-10:00 AM.
Ages: For adults with children under 18 months.
Cost: Free for members, $10 non-members.
Link: www.katonahmuseum.org/programs-and-events/

Joslyn Art Museum (Omaha, NE)

When: Wednesday during the fourth week of the month from 9:15-11:00 AM.
Ages: Not listed.
Cost: Free with regular Museum admission (payable at the door).
Link: www.joslyn.org/visit/kids-programs/

This is just a sampling of some of the tours and events that are available for parents of young children.

Some events do require early registration prior to arrival.

Will I be attending? Well no because I work during the week. However, I think this is a good way to encourage people to get out of the house and see the Arts with the kids.

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Source: InACents