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Of all the places families can visit in Indiana, I have to admit the the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is one of our favorites. I’ll even go as far as to admit, it’s far better for children than the Indianapolis Zoo, it our opinion.
Enjoying the view from the Kids' Tree House.
You can enjoy our review from last year’s visit to the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo for more details and phtoos.
What makes it so special, especially for little kids? The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo is designed with children in mind.
Trying to find Nemo in The Oceans.
My niece enjoying a $4 pony ride.
Most exhibits are interactive and have so much to keep little actives ones busy.
See black and white swans on the log ride.
What we love most: Interacting with animals. It’s not unusual to see a peacock walk in front of your stroller and there’s nothing cooler than walking into the kangaroo and bird cages in the Australian Adventure.
Tips for Young Children & Infants: The entire zoo is very stroller friendly, so bring a stroller along. Don’t skip over the Indiana Farm where little ones can brush goats for FREE and pet farm animals. The piglets are pretty cute and if they aren’t sleeping, entertaining to watch when they are rolling around.
Tips for Older Children: Bring a bathing suit. Your kids will want to cool off in the FREE sprayground and splash pond.
Tips for Adults: Bring cash and quarters. While you can make purchases with your credit card at the entrance, many fun spots throughout the zoo take cash only. For example, there is a gumball machine that dispenses food to feed the ducks and fish for only $0.25 for a hand full of pellets. Take your time. The zoo is small, so you can easily get through the entire thing in one day without rushing, so enjoy the attractions and stop and play.
| Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo 3411 Sherman BLvd Fort Wayne, Indiana 46808 Phone: (260)427-6800 |
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Trying to pump water in the Indiana Family Farm.
Yuck! Up close to real snakes.
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One event I look forward to each summer is Marsh Supermarket Symphony on the Prairie. I love listening to live orchestra music, but my kids can’t sit through a night at the symphony. Marsh Supermarket Symphony on the Prairie changes that, because there is so much going on all around the kids, they can’t help but be entertained.
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Marsh Supermarket Symphony on the Prairie is a far cry from sitting in a stuffy orchestra hall and quietly listening to music, though you still get the enjoyment of listening to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
Actors and Conner Prairie staff get into character adding flair to the concert by acting out scenes related to the music. You’re encouraged to get up an dance. You can talk with friends, get up and run around, and browse the tables of the sponsors nearby.
2011 Star Spangled Concert Actors
While you can book a private table, purchase food at the concession stand, or opt for on-site catering, we prefer to bring a our lawn chairs and a blanket for the children. We tote along drinks in a cooler and a picnic dinner, complete with dessert, and enjoy it while taking in all that’s happening around us.
Enjoy a picnic while listening to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
**All concerts begin at 8:00 PM. Not all concerts are performed by the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.
Why it’s great for families: Parents can enjoy symphony music without fear that their kids will disrupt others around them.
What we love most: The Star Spangled Concert complete with fireworks set to the music, cannon fire, and marching. It’s the most beautiful way to enjoy the 4th of July.
Tips for Children: Bring entertainment. Kids often throw balls, blow bubbles, and
run around in the nearby grassy area. The playground is closed during the concert, but they still don’t have to sit if they get a little antsy. Bring a blanket, so they can lay and roll around.
Tips for Adults: Bring chairs. Sitting on the ground is an option, but not a comfortable one. Plus, you’ll have a much better view of the stage if you’re up higher.
| Marsh Supermarket Symphony on the Prairie Conner Prairie Interactive History Park 13400 Allisonville Road Fishers, Indiana 46038Phone: (800)966-1836 |
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Radio Disney is all about family fun and they’ll be loading it on us soon when they host the totally FREE Central Indiana Chevy Dealers’ Family Fun Day Experience.
Central Indiana Chevy Dealers’ Family Fun Day Experience
Saturday June 16, 2012 • 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Indiana State Fairgrounds
Dow AgroSciences Celebration Park
1202 E 38th Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46205
With a host like Radio Disney, of course there will be music and awesome music! You can enjoy D.J. Ernie D., plus at 3:30 PM the N.B.T. (Next Big Thing) Season Four winner, Shealeigh, will hit the stage with a performance, followed by pictures with her fans at the greeting session.
Other performances by:
In addition to music, families can enjoy over 75 exhibitors around this year’s theme “Explore Indianapolis and Beyond”.
Activities include:
Why Radio Disney great for families: Radio Disney has family friendly music for all ages! It’s the one station you can hear songs from Winnie-the-Pooh and Justin Bieber without worrying that your kids will hear something they shouldn’t.
Tips for Young Children & Infants: Bring a stroller and keep in mind, with music and the crowd, it may be a little noisy. If your stroller doesn’t have an umbrella, make sure you grab something to offer your little one some shade.
Tips for Older Children & Adults: If your kids aren’t familiar with Shealeigh or the other performers check them out online to get them more excited. Make sure to bring sunscreen!
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Conner Prairie is the perfect place to escape from reality, since you basically walk back in time the minute you walk through the door. The people you meet are in character, pretending they live in the 1800′s, and know so much about the time period they are in that day, it’s amazing all you can learn through a simple conversation.
Building a tower with handcrafted wooden blocks.
The best part, especially for toddlers and kids, is that Conner Prairie is hands on, so you can touch and try almost everything you come across. One home pulled out hand-crafted wood toys including blocks and Noah’s Ark. After, the man who lived in the home had them plant beans in his garden and water them with water they pumped themselves from the water pump. He wore them out and kept them thoroughly entertained. They didn’t want to leave.
In a tent in the Civil War soldier's camp.
In another home we found two young women baking gingersnap cookies. Not only did they let my little ones make a few, but they also let them sample a taste and they were delicious. At Conner Prairie, my girls have dipped candles, been chased by The Headless Horseman, run a general store, listened to Abraham Lincoln speak, and fed a baby cow. They always experience something new that keeps their attention and teaches them about how we lived in Indiana long ago.
Superman headed to the Play Area in the Civil War Journey.
We had a lot of attention during our visiting, since we brought Superman along. (He has a lot of fans we found.) But, as he headed down the train tracks in the new Civil War Journey area, we found a new part of Conner Prairie we didn’t know existed! Tucked inside The General Store, you’ll find the new River Crossing Play Area where kids can climb through a small fort or build a fort and railway of their own with logs, tracks, and more. It was even fun for me to try to figure how the pieces fit together and what we could build.
Building forts and a railway in the play area.
Right outside the Play Area is a new water area where kids can cool off climbing a steamboat and shooting canons at the splash zone. Plus, float boats and rafts down the small river and hide out in soldiers tents. Unfortunately, it was closed when we stopped by, but I’m looking forward to heading back to try it out!
Running a business at the indoor play area.
Don’t skip Conner Prairie on a rainy day! Conner Prairie also has an indoor museum and play area that’s open year round. It’s a great place to sit and hang out while the kids run their own market, build a train track, or milk a cow (not a real cow, but it’s still cool!).
Why it’s great for families: There’s so much to learn at Conner Prairie, but with the interactive design kids see it more as fun than learning. There’s hands-on learning activities around every corner. Plus, it’s outdoors, which gives them a chance to run off energy.
Feeding a calve at the Animal Encounter Barn.
What we love most: The baby animals. No question about it. The adorable baby pigs, horses, calves, and goats are so much fun to pet, feed, and just watch.
Tips for Young Children & Infants: Make sure to check out the animals. You’ll find pigs, including baby pigs sometimes, at The Golden Eagle Inn, plus cows, calves, horses, goats, and more in The Animal Encounter Barn. There’s also other animals you’ll encounter as you venture around. Bring a carrier for young children. While Conner Prairie is stroller friendly, you’ll spend a lot of time taking little ones in and out of strollers to tour homes and other parts of the historical museum.
Playing old fashion pick-up sticks with real sticks.
Tips for Older Children: Talk to the characters. They all have interesting stories and may even send you on errands, such as bringing messages to other villagers, delivering goods, planting seeds, or baking cookies. Plus, visit the stations throughout the park to try old-fashion games and experiences.
Entering Civil War Times at Conner Prairie.
Tips for Adults: Check out all the events happening at Conner Prairie, like Civil War Days, The Headless Horseman, and more to add adventure to your trip! Don’t forget sunscreen.
| Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd Fishers, Indiana 46038 |
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