Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center, Mashantucket, CT: Explore the history of the region and the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation over the past 18,000 years.
Mystic Seaport, Mystic, CT: This maritime museum and replica 19th-century fishing village offers hands-on exhibits and living history demonstrations.
Children’s Museum and Theater of Maine, Portland, ME: Featuring a mini planetarium, rock wall, water play area, and more, this museum offers unique experiences for learning and entertainment.
Portland Museum of Art, Portland, ME: With works from Rose Marasco and other artists, this museum offers American, European, and contemporary art in a manageable size perfect for families.
Battleship Cove, Fall River, MA: While not a traditional museum, Battleship Cove allows visitors to explore three authentic battleships from World War II.
Boston Tea Party Museum, Boston, MA: Experience early American history and the Revolutionary War by going on the Beaver, a replica of one of the ships involved in the Boston Tea Party.
Eric Carle Museum, Amherst, MA: Showcasing art by Eric Carle and other artists, this museum is perfect for toddlers and young children.