15 Fun Things to Do With Kids in NYC | Condé Nast Traveler

"The museum has 150 years of history and scientific discovery to draw upon and wows kids every day with its terrific 3D experiences, tech-driven exhibits, and of course, its towering T-Rex skeleton and massive blue whale model (longer than a school bus!) hanging in the Hall of Ocean Life. For a hands-on experience, visit The Discovery Room (for ages 5-12) to put a dinosaur skeleton together, pull out drawers of specimens, and use a digital seismograph to track earthquakes. Of course, the most memorable experience of all for the entire family is spending the night here. Book “A Night at the Museum” sleepover (check the museum website for dates from May to October) and you can explore the exhibits and halls after hours before bedding down on a cot under the blue whale. Remember to bring a sleeping bag and a flashlight!" - Sunshine Flint