This institute features science displays with some fun interactions for kids (so, my husband, 30-year old daughter and son-in-law enjoyed them very much!). The displays of rocks, minerals and elements were very interesting, and the explanations of geological processes were great! As I am interested in osteology, I would like to see them add a display of how the osteology... More

They always have good displays. Items have excellent explanations and are well lighted. Often have interactive displays which the kids really enjoy. Some unique topics!

We love to go to museums and this one is about a 40 minute drive from us. We had fun but it seemed small and we went through it pretty quick. We did go to the Planetarium and watch an Elmo show and my 3 year old enjoyed that. If we go again, we'd see the Bat Show. You definitely... More

Cranbrook is a great place to take the kids for an afternoon. There are several hands on exhibits and the planetarium is fun.

Cranbrook is lovely and has more than just the science museum. There's a planetarium, art museum, and beautiful grounds. It's well worth a visit.

This small science museum is wonderful. Exhibits are varied and well displayed and clearly and simply labelled. The geomorphology section was particularly interesting and featured a huge revolving globe. We saw the Michigan Sky at Night show at the planetarium which was well presented and informative. The museum is great for all ages, lots of hands on exhibits for young... More

The Cranbrook Institute of Science is a gem right here in Oakland County! Make sure to check the schedule for the great planetarium shows and make time to visit the bat exhibit and see the baby vampire bats and a few species of sloth too! Great hands on activities through out the museum and an amazing day of fun-filled learning... More

Beautiful grounds, beautiful place, great museum, planetarium way cool! Great for kids and adults, check out the art museum, and the grounds. Cranbrook House tours, and garden tours lovely.

Lots of hands on activity for children (or the childlike adult).I especially love the Gems and Minerals exhibit.It's amazing how many different species there are and makes you want to go out and hunt rocks........maybe finding something awesome like a Meteorite. The Planetarium show was interesting and the guide added some humor making it fun.Don't miss out on this great... More