3 Best Places To See in Stockton, CA

“Children's Museum of Stockton is an interactive educational environment for children to learn, play, and explore. The museum is 22,000 sq. ft and currently has over 40 exhibitions. The museum features fun and interactive exhibits that foster the social, physical, and imaginative well-being of children in San Joaquin County and beyond. The museum offers over 30 immersive experiences for children to explore and express their creativity. They also sell packages for birthday parties. Children's Museum of Stockton has developed into an attraction that reflects the local culture. School field trips of up to 100 children can attend a 90-minute self-guided tour of the museum exhibits. During business hours, guests can book a private room for birthday parties and celebrations for up to 30 people. Admission is $10 for guests ages 1 and older.”

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“Haggin Museum features fascinating works of art, from 19th and 20th-century masters to “Golden Age” illustrator J.C. Leyendecker, while its history galleries offer a glimpse into San Joaquin County’s past. The museum's art collection includes works by painters such as Albert Bierstadt from the 19th century. The history galleries display a Holt Caterpillar tractor of 12.5 tons and other achievements by residents of the area. Haggin Museum presents local and national history exhibitions, hosts rotating history and art displays, and welcomes the public every 1st and 3rd Thursday to special events, including late evening Thursday activities. Haggin Museum offers valuable support by leading tours on behalf of the museum, directing guests on the weekends, and guiding programs in school classrooms. Haggin Museum also has a library, which is available by appointment. Haggin Museum provides free admission for children under age 10, museum members, and on the first Saturday of the month.”

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“Micke Grove Zoo is a 5-acre animal preserve including monkeys and iguanas in a park featuring other kid attractions. The zoo's collection prioritizes uniqueness and quality over quantity and scale, focusing on the health of the animal ambassadors who live here. The zoo has successfully bred several threatened species. The zoo provides a delightful and educational experience for families from San Joaquin County. Micke Grove Zoo is involved in several programs. The zoo also focuses on providing an opportunity to educate students and zoo visitors on wildlife issues. The zoo is passionate about the contribution it makes to conserve wildlife and uses every opportunity to educate students and visitors on natural history, behavioral biology, threats, and conservation impacts for the species that reside in the zoo. Micke Grove Zoo offers free admission for children aged 2 and under. The educational programs are funded with the support of the Micke Grove Zoological Society.”

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