Young children exploring a hands-on exhibit inside C.A.T.S. in Riverton.
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C.A.T.S. - Central Wyoming Center for Art, Technology & Science

Riverton, WY

Nonprofit Riverton children's museum with hands-on art, science, and tech exhibits, memberships, events, and simple birthday-party options.
Plan This Visit

Best for

best for preschoolers through elementary ages

Hours

Thursday-Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Price

Daily admission, memberships, events, and birthday bookings are publicly offered.

Visit style

good for a half-day museum-style family outing

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Better for curious kids who like interactive museum-style discovery than for families specifically hunting for a giant climber or trampoline park.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Preschoolers and elementary-age kids who like hands-on exhibits
  • Mixed-age family visits
  • Families interested in art, science, and STEAM programming
  • Lower-cost indoor outings
Less Ideal For
  • Kids looking mainly for large soft-play structures
  • Families wanting a café-heavy or all-day lounge setup
  • Visitors seeking a high-adrenaline active-play venue

At a Glance

Venue type

Kids activity center

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Play features

Museum exhibitsSensory play

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesParty packages

Visit options

Open playDrop-in visitsMembership availableClasses or events

Price range

Budget

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

Nonprofit

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 13

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Hours vary due to private events

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tips
This is a better fit for exploratory play than for pure energy burn.Check the calendar for STEAM Saturdays and special events.
Hours NotePublic hours are currently listed Thursday through Saturday.
SupervisionCaregiver-supervised visit model.
Session StyleMuseum-style drop-in visits plus events and recurring programming.

Pricing Snapshot

Parties

Non Member Birthday Party

$125 for 2 hours
SummaryDaily admission, memberships, events, and birthday bookings are publicly offered.
MembershipsFamily memberships are available.

About the Venue

C.A.T.S. is Riverton's nonprofit children's museum and family play-and-learn space, built around hands-on exploration in art, technology, and science. Instead of a traditional climber-focused indoor playground, it offers a smaller-scale museum-style visit with interactive exhibits, recurring STEAM programming, family memberships, and birthday bookings that work well for curious kids and mixed-age family outings.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age Fitbest for preschoolers through elementary ages
Noise Levelmedium
Visit Stylegood for a half-day museum-style family outing
Energy Levelmedium
Parent Comfortmedium to high
Booking Frictionlow

Birthday Party Snapshot

FormatSimple museum birthday parties and private bookings.
AvailableYes
Highlights
Nonprofit community settingWorks well for smaller, curiosity-driven celebrations
Booking AdviceUse the official booking page for current party availability and event details.

Accessibility & Comfort

Notes
Detailed accessibility accommodations were not prominently published in the sources reviewed. Contact the museum directly with specific mobility or sensory questions.

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Quick Summary

Best for

best for preschoolers through elementary ages

Hours

Thursday-Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Price

Daily admission, memberships, events, and birthday bookings are publicly offered.

Visit style

good for a half-day museum-style family outing

Contact Information

Address

120 S 3rd St E

Riverton, WY, 82501

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 8, 2026

Checked against 3 public sources.

Reviewed as

Business website and booking-flow review

What Changed

April 8, 2026

Added address, official image, and museum-specific planning notes.

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