The Met has so much to offer kids and their families. Have fun together in the Museum and online!
Family Programs
Explore art in the Museum in free drop-in programs for kids ages 3–12 together with their adult companions. Search for upcoming family programs.
Family Itineraries
Have fun with the whole family as you travel the Museum with one-hour suggested itineraries.
Family Audio Guide
Listen to entertaining (and fact-packed) audio stops for kids and their families—explore the Museum with easy-to-follow tours.
Children's Reading Room
Browse children's books and come to Storytime in this cozy corner of Nolen Library in the Ruth and Harold D. Uris Center for Education.
Family Programs at The Cloisters
The Metropolitan's branch dedicated to medieval art in northern Manhattan is a great place to visit with children!
Family Membership
Family/Dual Membership offers free admission, subscription art programs for children, and more! For a higher level of support and added benefits, such as complimentary tickets to the annual Family Benefit, see The Met Family Circle.
MetKids in the Met Store
Encourage children of all ages to discover, explore, and create with our selection of fun and educational gifts, including art kits, construction sets, puzzles, games, books, toys, musical instruments, and more.
How well do you know the Met? To find out, download our kid-friendly map or pick it up at the Information Desks when you visit.
Read all about it! Special guides show kids visiting the Museum how to hunt for details and learn fun facts about the collection. Download a guide before your visit, or pick one up for free at the Information Desks.
