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WORDS BY KAREN RING
Let’s Go to a Museum
These fun, educational and family-friendly museums are worth the drive. You don’t have to look very hard to find some amazing museums in Dayton. From Boonshoft Museum of Discovery to Carillon Historical Park, this city boasts a plethora of museums right here in our own back yard. But if you and your family are in the mood for a little road trip, here are our suggestions for museums that are worth a little extra wear and tear on the family vehicle.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Indianapolis, Indiana There are many reasons why people flock from around the globe to visit this, the world’s largest children’s museum, but here’s a big one: It’s truly amazing. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is five floors of educational fun for all ages, and there is even more reason to visit with the addition of Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience, which opens for the season in mid-March. This 7.5-acre outdoor health and fitness area encourages movement with interactive exhibits that let visitors try out a variety of sports, including tennis, football, basketball, golf and more. 3000 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis childrensmuseum.org
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COSI Columbus, Ohio Touch dinosaur fossils, test flying objects, bike on a unicycle above the crowd, dance on musical stairs: COSI (Center of Science and Industry) takes learning about STEM subjects to a whole other level. This world-class museum is fun for all ages, and caregivers will appreciate the beverage bar on the first floor, where you can grab a custom-made latte to fuel you for the day ahead (or a glass of wine to toast your visit… we won’t judge!). 333 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio cosi.org
Kentucky Science Center Louisville, Kentucky Is it a children’s museum or is it a science center? We say it’s both! There are so many things to experience at Kentucky Science Center, the largest hands-on science center in the state. Design a roller coaster, build a magnetic tile structure, play with wind tunnels and much more. When you’ve explored all three floors of interactive exhibits, kick back and relax in Kentucky’s only four-story, 3D digital theater that is located in the museum, where you can watch everything from documentary films to Hollywood hits. 727 W. Main Street, Louisville kysciencecenter.org
