The Springfield Museums is thrilled to announce that Dr. Seuss specialty license plates are now available across Massachusetts. Featuring the iconic Cat in the Hat, the plates honor Springfield native Theodor Seuss Geisel, whose writings inspired generations of learners worldwide. The Museums are home to the world’s only museum dedicated to the beloved children’s author, with proceeds from the plates supporting their mission to promote literacy and learning.

“We’re thrilled with the response to the Dr. Seuss plate and can’t wait to see them across the state,” said Kay Simpson, President and CEO of the Springfield Museums. “These plates are a great way to attract visitors to our museums, including the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum, which welcomes thousands of people each year.”

Dr. Seuss Plates can be purchased online or at an RMV service center. Any Massachusetts resident with a passenger car registered in the state is eligible. Specialty plates cost $40, plus standard registration fees, with a portion supporting the Museums. When re-registered, the full $40 benefits literacy programs and services the Museums.

 

The Museums began a campaign to offer Massachusetts drivers a specialty license plate in 2019 and in March 2024 exceeded the minimum number of applications required for the Registry of Motor Vehicles to begin production of a specialty plate. The Registry reached out to this initial round of supporters in late January 2025 with details on receiving their Cat in the Hat plates. 

“We are so very grateful to the hundreds of people who placed orders for these plates over the years and have patiently waited for us to reach this incredible moment,” Simpson said.

For questions, contact the Springfield Museums Development Office at 413-314-6458 or email seussplates@springfieldmuseums.org.

The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum was created with the gracious consent of Mrs. Audrey Geisel, widow of Theodor S. Geisel, and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P.