Last updated: 2025-04-22
Franklin’s indoor attractions offer a perfect escape from Wisconsin’s unpredictable weather, providing engaging experiences for families, culture enthusiasts, and curious minds seeking meaningful entertainment without braving the elements.
From interactive children’s museums to serene botanical conservatories, these local venues showcase the region’s commitment to education, art, and community enrichment through thoughtfully curated indoor experiences.
Discover Franklin’s hidden indoor adventure destinations now!
Featured Indoor Activities in Franklin
- Betty Brinn Children's Museum (Milwaukee)
- Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes) (Milwaukee)
- Boerner Botanical Gardens (Hales Corners)
- Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (Brookfield)
- Franklin Public Library
- Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts (Cedarburg)
Betty Brinn Children's Museum (Milwaukee)
What to Expect
Interactive educational exhibits promoting child development
Description
Interactive children's museum offering hands-on exhibits that spark learning and creativity. Engaging displays explore science, technology, and problem-solving through immersive experiences designed for young learners. Exhibits encourage interactive play while developing critical thinking and educational skills for children.
Where: Milwaukee | More Info: Betty Brinn Children's Museum
Boerner Botanical Gardens (Hales Corners)
What to Expect
Child-focused Margie's Garden with interactive botanical exploration zones
Description
Boerner Botanical Gardens offers a stunning 3-acre landscape featuring diverse garden spaces with over 500 plant varieties. Visitors explore themed gardens including a butterfly garden, rose garden, and a special children's garden with interactive elements like an enchanted village, playhouse, and bug sculptures.
Where: Hales Corners | More Info: Boerner Botanical Gardens
Franklin Public Library
What to Expect
Community-focused learning center with comprehensive resource collections
Description
Franklin Public Library provides a comprehensive indoor learning environment with extensive book collections, free Wi-Fi, computer access, and quiet study spaces. Visitors can explore diverse resources, attend community workshops, and engage in educational programs for all ages and interests.
Where: Franklin | More Info: Franklin Public Library
Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes) (Milwaukee)
What to Expect
Three distinct climate-controlled botanical domes
Description
Indoor botanical conservatory featuring three distinct climate-controlled domes showcasing diverse plant environments. Visitors explore desert, tropical, and seasonal floral landscapes within unique geodesic structures. Offers immersive botanical experiences with rare plant collections and educational exhibits about global ecosystems.
Where: Milwaukee | More Info: Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes)
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (Brookfield)
What to Expect
Expertly curated performance series across multiple artistic genres
Description
Comprehensive arts center offering diverse performing arts experiences, including MainStage concerts, Studio Series performances, and intimate live music events. Provides visual and performing arts education through classes, workshops, summer camps, and educational programs for students and community members.
Where: Brookfield | More Info: Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts (Cedarburg)
What to Expect
Dedicated museum documenting Wisconsin's quilting and fiber arts history
Description
Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts preserves and celebrates textile heritage through comprehensive exhibits, educational workshops, and historical quilt documentation. The museum offers diverse learning experiences for adults and youth, featuring over 8,000 documented quilts and hosting specialized fiber arts classes led by international instructors.
Where: Cedarburg | More Info: Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts
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