Top 10 Museums in Branson, Missouri (MO)

November 9, 2021 Diedre Savory

Branson has limitless possibilities for a memorable vacation. While visiting you can: attend star-studded performances at Branson’s many live shows; enjoy Silver Dollar City, one of the world's top theme parks; take in the beauty and adventure of the Ozark Mountains and three pristine lakes; play some of the best golf in the Midwest; visit museums highlighting the area’s rich history and culture; relax at spas and resorts; and shop at Branson’s many boutiques, galleries and outlets.
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1. Bonniebrook Historical Society and Kewpie Museum

485 Rose Oneil Rd, Walnut Shade, Branson, MO 65771-9245 +1 800-539-7437 [email protected] http://www.roseoneill.org
Excellent
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5.0 based on 35 reviews

Bonniebrook Historical Society and Kewpie Museum

Reviewed By BottomLineJB - Saint Charles, United States

As others have said, this is truly not all about kewpies. This was a beautiful and fascinating place with lovely host volunteers (thank you, Gloria and Master Gardner’s). It is worth your time and you will leave with an appreciation for Rose O’Neill. Just go.

2. History of Fishing Museum

225 N Wildwood Dr, Branson, MO 65616-2193 +1 417-239-3474 http://www.historyoffishingmuseum.org
Excellent
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

History of Fishing Museum

Reviewed By Krndvnprt

We enjoyed our tour of fishing history. Very interesting. It has old reels, boats, motors, lures and much more. Great collection.

3. Mrs. Brenda's Old Time Photo

1940 W. Hwy 76 Country Blvd. Suite 100, Branson, MO 65616 +1 417-320-6221 [email protected] http://mrsbrendasoldtimephoto.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 33 reviews

Mrs. Brenda's Old Time Photo

At Mrs Brenda's we strive to make your vacation memories last a lifetime through photographs! With real Hollywood sets including Saloon, Gangster, Victorian and Branson's only OUTDOOR scene, the Tumbleweed wagon!

Reviewed By 335laceyg

THIS is the place you want to do your Old Time Photo pictures! We did the hillbilly theme. We are a family of 5 (7 yr, 5 yr, and 2 yr) and she captured it perfectly! They have the best customer service of any old time photo shop I’ve ever been in! They were also so patient with our kiddos and had them dressed up so cute! My daughter NEVER smiled for pictures and they captured one of her smiling! The photos are awesome and very affordable! Anytime we come back to Branson, this will be where we do our old time photos. It was just such a fun and pleasant experience! It’s a family run place which makes all the difference!! ❤️

4. Prehistoric Fossils

101 Veterans Blvd, Branson, MO 65616-2020 +1 417-320-6124 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/prehistoricfossils/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 54 reviews

Prehistoric Fossils

Prehistoric Fossils is a family friendly Natural History Store with the largest selection of fossils and dinosaurs in the entire Branson area! We are frequently mistaken as a Museum, however we are not a Museum and nowhere do we claim to be a museum. But while we are technically NOT a museum we do provide plenty of descriptions and educational information on most of our fossils and displays throughout the store for those who are interested in educating themselves and learning about what they are looking at. While some of the prices on some of our fossils may seem "high" one must take into account the rarity and quality of the specimens we offer. Each and every specimen is hand picked and comes from reputable sources from all over the world. We have fossils available for any level of collector from beginner to advanced and at any price point from a couple of dollars to a couple thousand dollars. We also offer the largest variety of Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal related toys, games, puzzles and educational items for kids that you will find anywhere in the state!! Come by and have a look.. you will not be disappointed! Guaranteed to please the young folks and the young at heart older folks. We are a family ran business and look forward to adding you to our extended family.. see you soon!

Reviewed By sarahcD1968LA

Very wide variety of items for sale - high-quality art, low-dollar toys, gemstones, tons of stuff! It's a lot of stuff in a small space, so if you bring little kids, you'll want to watch them closely.

5. Veterans Memorial Museum

1250 West 76 Country Music Boulevard, Branson, MO 65616 +1 417-336-2300 [email protected] http://www.bransonveteransmuseum.com
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4.5 based on 624 reviews

Veterans Memorial Museum

A national tribute to the brave men and women who defended our liberties during the 20th Century. The museum hosts 18,000 sq. ft. with 10 halls of history including WWII, Korea, Vietnam & Persian Gulf, You will find a list of the men and women who lost their lives in these wars and you will be fascinated and humbled by this moving memorial to our veterans.

Reviewed By HLekinNavy - Cedar Rapids, United States

This museum is a great tribute to all of my fellow veterans.It has displays of WW1 through Viet Nam.this would also be interesting to those interested in our countries history.

6. Ralph Foster Museum

1 Cultural Court, Point Lookout, Branson, MO 65726 +1 417-690-3407 [email protected] http://www.rfostermuseum.com/
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4.5 based on 486 reviews

Ralph Foster Museum

The Ralph Foster Museum at College of the Ozarks is temporarily closed. To find out more about re-opening visit our website at rfostermuseum.com. The Ralph Foster Museum contains a vast collection of artifacts with special emphasis on the history and culture of the Ozark Mountain Region. Originally housed in Abernathy Hall, a boy's dorm on the campus of College of the Ozarks, the building has been transformed into three floors of exhibits where visitors will find many items of interest, such as antiques, dolls, clocks, music items, a large firearms collection, natural history, and textiles, in addition to the Beverly Hillbillies truck that was used in the television series.

Reviewed By JTbull2015 - Chicago, United States

We really enjoyed walking thru this impressive museum during a rainy day. There seemed to be interesting sections displays for everyone. We were so impressed that a little campus would have a museum with so many historical items. We took a photo with the Beverly Hillbillies car; my sister-in-law loved the doll exhibit. We loved seeing all the impressive game & animal displays. My husband liked all the fishing lures & related items. It takes at least 1.5 hours to walk thru.

7. World's Largest Toy Museum

3609 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616-3555 +1 417-332-1499 [email protected] http://www.worldslargesttoymuseum.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 848 reviews

World's Largest Toy Museum

Over a million toys dating as far back as the colonial days. You'll see toys you had, toys you wished you'd had, toys you wish you had back and toys you forgot all about having had. A wonderful trip down memory lane.

Reviewed By robbiey955

If you love toys this is the place to go. Every toy you could think of and saw lots of toys that brought back memories of growing up. They have 2 building to go through. Husband really liked the train room with the engineer running the trains,

8. Titanic Museum

3235 W 76 Country Blvd, Branson, MO 65616-3551 +1 800-381-7670 [email protected] http://www.titanicbranson.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 6,914 reviews

Titanic Museum

Everyone knows the name Titanic! Everyone knows Titanic struck an iceberg! And everyone knows Titanic was lost! She sat at the bottom of the ocean for 75 years before they found her in 1985. A second expedition to the wreck site went out in 1986 and that expedition was co-led by the owner of this museum. The artifacts you see throughout the ship are REAL and valued at over $4 million dollars. You'll be able to touch a growing iceberg, experience the 28 degree water, try and steer the ship and pay tribute to the 2,208 passengers and crew that were on the Titanic. You will enter as a guest and leave as a Titanic Passenger!

Reviewed By denisez628 - Branson, United States

We truly enjoyed visiting the Titanic Museum offering beautiful displays, self-guided tour with lanyard phone, artifacts from the survivors, and interactive displays. Very friendly and helpful museum employees.

9. Creation Experience Museum

4180 Us-65, Walnut Shade, Branson, MO 65771-9287 +1 417-561-0750 [email protected] http://creationexperiencemuseum.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Creation Experience Museum

Experience the Bible like you never have before at the world's only creation museum offering free guided tours and free admission to all visitors. Take a free guided tour from Creation to Christ with Artifacts, Displays, Multi-media presentations, and more!

Reviewed By andyp256 - Paris, United States

A free museum in Branson is rare and this one though small is a really good visit. Here you are presented with a different point of of view which includes science. It is a guided tour. There is lots of stuff to see and hear. Plan on at least an hour from when your tour starts. How soon your tour starts when you get there depends on how long the tour before you has been going. Though smaller (they are planning on building a bigger place closer to branson) the exhibits are every bit as good as the larger creation museum in Kentucky, content wise. Do yourself a favor and try it, it's free so there is no risk.

10. Gaetz Tractor Museum

100 Opportunity Ave, Point Lookout, Branson, MO 65672 +1 417-334-6411
Excellent
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

Gaetz Tractor Museum

Reviewed By bpjj - Peoria, United States

This museum is simply full of charm. For anyone whose life intersects with any aspect of farming this place will be a fun visit.

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