Arms and armor as well as the Egyptian wing are good for children. There are also several different free booklets for kids where they can search through the exhibits - ask at the information counter.
A little stuffy - there is a giant sarcophagus and you get scolded if you touch it. Besides paintings, there is the popular costume exhibit, religous icons, eastern arts and the American wing. Nice garden. Steps outside are a great place to people watch and see the mime. Suggested admission is $12!!! but you can get in for $1 and save your money for souvenirs in the gift shop. There is also a separate children's gift shop which has some neat stuff for kids.
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