Uncover A Hidden Gem At This One-Of-A-Kind Miniature Museum In Missouri
By Beth Price-Williams|Published November 18, 2021
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Life in Missouri means always unearthing something new – from the latest restaurants and attractions to rediscovering beloved destinations. Uncovering those hidden gems often feels like hitting the jackpot, doesn’t it? Chances are that’s just how you’ll feel when you explore this unique miniature museum in Missouri.
The Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis, a neighborhood staple since 2001, offers a unique and a fun way to spend a few hours. Most first-time visitors, in fact, return again and again.
Carve out plenty of time, especially if it’s your first visit, to explore the permanent and the rotating collections that will take you on a journey through the ages.
Stroll through the museum where you’ll see such intricately crafted displays as Granny’s Wee Doll Repair, a mechanic’s garage, and an ice cream parlor.
One visit to the miniature museum definitely isn’t enough, especially if you’re a fan of the holidays. When Halloween and Christmas roll around, for example, the museum brings out its holiday-themed displays.
If you have a miniature collection, keep an eye out for the museum’s two annual garage sales. Both feature exclusively miniature items, from building supplies and accessories to dolls and dollhouses.
If you plan to visit the Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis often or several times a year, you might want to invest in an annual membership. Memberships are offered in several tiers and offer such benefits as free admission, a free quarterly newsletter, and a 10 percent gift shop discount.
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