It’s About Education
Over the past three decades researchers have discovered a wealth of information about the critical role that early childhood development plays in a child’s success in school and throughout their entire life. According to a 2000 report published by the National Academy Press, From Neurons to Neighborhoods: The Science of Early Childhood Development, early learning is critical to developing lifelong learning habits “because it sets either a sturdy or fragile base for what follows.”

It’s About Play
Research also shows that all of the skills that children need to develop into productive, successful adults including literacy, mathematical reasoning, creativity and social skills originate from play. As Fred Rogers once said, “Play is serious business for children.” Further, a study published in 2001 in Curator magazine “Learning in Children’s Museums: Is It Really Happening?” confirms that observable, quantifiable learning takes place while children play in a children’s museum.

It’s About Our Children
All families want what is best for their children and most are aware of how important a child’s early years are. However, most are unsure about how to promote their child’s healthy emotional, social and intellectual development. Children’s museums take the lessons learned by researchers about childhood development and translate them into playful, hands-on learning experiences for children and their families, teaching families how to learn together through play.

Mission, Vision and Values
Knock Knock Children's Museum will make a positive difference for Louisiana Capital Region by providing opportunities for young children (birth to age 8 years), their families and their caretakers to connect play with learning and education.

The mission of Knock Knock Children's Museum is to create a world-class museum, delivering extraordinary play experiences and programs to inspire and promote the young children's intellectual curiosity, self expression and early literacy development.