Lake Charles Children's Museum Reopens Safely: Fun, Secure Family Adventures Await
Exciting news for families in Lake Charles: the Children's Museum is now open! Our team has implemented rigorous safety protocols to ensure a fun, secure experience for you and your children. With many schools delaying their start, it's the ideal time to support this local gem and give kids a safe, stimulating outing. Explore the updates in our Q&A below.
Q: How have operations changed since reopening?
A: We've introduced positive changes like a contactless entry system that manages capacity and allows timed sanitation breaks. Visitors can easily purchase tickets and reserve time slots in advance via our website.
Q: What safety measures ensure families can enjoy themselves worry-free?
A: Key protocols include mandatory face masks and social distancing for all guests and staff. High-touch exhibits are closed or modified, with added educational activities. Each family receives a sanitization basket for shared items, and we thoroughly clean the museum between sessions.
Q: How many visitors per session?
A: Currently, we accommodate 25 members and 25 non-members per session, managed through our new ticketing system funded by an Emergency Relief grant from the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana.
Q: Are all exhibits available?
A: While some highly tactile exhibits are temporarily closed for quick cleaning, most areas remain open and enjoyable, with modifications where needed to maintain safety and fun.
Q: How to get tickets?
A: Reserve easily online at www.swlakids.org via 'Purchase Tickets' or 'Member Reservations.' Our site lists all updated policies; call us for assistance if needed.
Q: How can the community support the Museum?
A: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we depend on tickets, memberships, and events. The pandemic has strained finances, especially without field trips and summer programs. Please donate to our 'Ray of Light' campaign to help us provide normalcy for families.
Q: What's your favorite exhibit?
A: Classics like Sunny’s Market and Rowdy’s Cowboy Café let kids mimic parents shopping and cooking. My new favorite is Sasol’s Chem Corner, offering hands-on insight into local industries and sparking interest in science and engineering.
