Cuckoo Construction is aimed at older kids (my five year old spent two straight hours playing in this area). This huge, three story cuckoo clock is viewable from every floor but only accessible from the basement level. What does this mean for parents? You don't have to worry about kids entering the clock on one floor and exiting another. They enter and exit from one area.
Kids have to work to put all of the blocks in certain areas of the clock and when the cuckoo bird comes out, the blocks all fall. The cool part? They have to work as a team. It is a cooperative, engaging exhibit. When we first arrived there was only one child playing. My daughter and the other child managed to get some blocks set up but not enough to make the big impact that they wanted. Once more kids arrive, you could see this amazing process work. The kids divided up the work among themselves and you got to see the engineer, the manager and the builder come out in your child.
The Grow Zone is the new home for the museum's youngest visitors. It has distinct and unique areas for your baby and toddler to explore safely. The museum has also created a space for older siblings to enjoy while their younger siblings plays in the Grow Zone. I loved the space; it was calm and serene.
Lincoln Children's Museum is open every day but Mondays and offers a wide range of events. Check their website for hours and admission.
