If you ever find yourself wondering what to do, why not go to a museum? Sure, the idea of a museum may make some people want to fall asleep, but it shouldn’t be that way! Museums are awesome and here a few reasons why.

You should go to a museum because it's an alternative way to learn! Going to a museum is an amazing way to immerse yourself in past or present culture. It can be a more engaging way to learn information than reading a textbook or watching the news. Museums are great because they offer ways to be transported to all different time periods and places in the world. There's nothing quite like seeing something in real life that you've only previously read about in school. They are all different types of museums, especially here in NYC, but all over the world. The two main categories usually are art or history, but within that there are endless places to explore. From science and modern art museums to the museums about sex, you’re bound to find something intriguing that you want to learn more about.

You should go to a museum because it’s fun! If you’re the type of person who likes to go out, one night, why not switch it up and head to a museum with a bunch of friends? If you pick a place you’re interested in or decide to hit up that new exhibit everyone's talking about, I guarantee you’ll have a grand ol' time! Many museums have interactive portions that are just better with friends, so get ready to take some selfies! Recently, in New York, there was an exhibit called the Museum of Feelings. Albeit it was not-so-subtly a giant advertisement for the fragrance company Glade, literally everyone I knew went with all their friends to take pictures in the cool, themed rooms. See? Museums aren't just boring halls full of portraits of stuck up medieval British dudes.

You should go to a museum because it’s a good way to get you-time. Maybe you’d rather go to a museum with friends, or maybe you want to explore something alone! While it's entertaining to go to a museum with friends, sometimes it can take away from the experience. A solo trip to a museum can be a great way to find time for yourself and do exactly what you want. You can finally take time to analyze Picasso or visit that exhibit no one else wanted to see.

You should go to a museum because sometimes it’s free! If you’re a student, most museums offer discounted prices or even free admission. Many museums are free all the time, while others have free days or nights once a week. Always call or go to the museum’s website to try to snag a deal.

I'm a museum junkie so maybe I'm a little biased, but I think museums are super fun. I always go to museums when the opportunity arises and you should too!