Story Time Magic

Step into the enchanting world of childhood stories at The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum’s new 5,000-square-foot permanent exhibit, Story Time Magic. Story Time Magic is designed to inspire a love of reading and language by immersing visitors in a world of favorite childhood stories and books. The exhibit provides a playful learning environment where children use their imaginations and connect with stories in meaningful and memorable ways!

Story Time Magic was made possible by a generous lead gift from the Crawford Taylor Foundation with additional support provided by the Henry A. Jubel Foundation and Nance Frost.

Once Upon A Time

Explore Winnie the Pooh’s tree house, tend to Peter Rabbit’s Garden, help build the homes of the Three Little Pigs, present a puppet show in Old MacDonald’s Farm and go inside the pages of the beloved book, Good Night Moon.

Back Stage Magic

Step behind the curtain into the "green room," where budding performers can transform into characters from their favorite stories and plays. Equipped with dressing tables, costume carts, and prop boxes, and a rehearsal stage!

Story Time Theater

Children can take center stage and bring their story to life! With digitally animated backdrops, the stage can transform into an underwater scene, cityscape, castle and more! Children can select their own sound effects and special lighting. Story Time Theater draws inspiration from The Muny.