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Kid City Children's Museum 119 Washington Street, Middletown Age Group: 1-8 years Cost: $7 per person, Babies under 1 year are free Contact: 860-347-0495 This is a wonderful hands-on museum that let's kids enjoy the art of pretend! Exhibits include the Ship, Main ST, Space Age Road trip, Video Theater, Toddler Sea Caves soft play area, Musical Planet, Zoo, and the Farm just for starters!!! A must visit for kids 1 – 8 years old. See website for more info.
Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry Located in Bimp Gallery, Willimantic Cottage, UConn Depot Campus, on Weaver Rd, Storrs Age Group: All ages Cost: Free, donations accepted Contact: (860) 486-4605 A Collection of over 2,000 puppets from the world over. Exhibits show a variety of styles and periods in puppetry. Be a puppeteer in the “Try-it” Room. always a fun stop.
Bruce Museum of Arts and Science 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich Age Group: 5+ Cost: Adults $7.00,Students (5-22 w/valid ID) $6.00,Seniors $6.00 Members & Children Under 5 FREE Contact: 203-869-0376 State of the art museum with changing exhibits + galleries. Includes a park + playground with views of the tidal marsh and LI sound. Seaside center offers Free educational activities.
Stepping Stones Museum for Children 303 West Ave, Norwalk Age Group: 1-10 years Cost: $8 per person (children under one are free), $6 for seniors (adults over 62) Free for members Contact: 203 899 0606 http://steppingstonesmuseum.org Offers plenty of activities for kids under 10. Hand on exhibits, toddlers only galleries, learning through play. Games, exhibits, and more!
Discovery Museum 4450 Park Ave, Bridgeport Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults-$8.50, Children+Students-$7.00,Seniors-$7.00, Under 5 Free Contact: (203) 372-3521 3 Floors of hands on fun! Planetarium, Movies, Learning center, and much more! A must visit!
The Barnum Museum 820 Main Street, Bridgeport Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults-$5.00, Students & Seniors-$4.00,Children 4-17 -$3.00, Members & Children 3 and under-Free Contact: 203-331-1104 A Museum dedicated to the Greatest Show on Earth. Exhibits, gift shop, and special programs are offered.
Children's Garbage Museum 1410 Honeyspot Road Extension, Stratford Age Group: 5-12 Cost: FREE Contact: (203) 381-9571 http://www.crra.org/pages/edu_museums.htm#strtfd The museums' exhibits and programs emphasize the importance of REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE, RECOVER, RETHINK.
Danbury Railway Museum 120 White Street, Danbury Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults- $6.00, Children 3-12 $4.00, Under 3 free, additional cost to ride trains Contact: (203) 778-8337 Offers railway history, train rides, and hand on rail work.
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum 258 Main Street, Ridgefield Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults $7, Seniors & college students $4, Members, K-12 teachers & kids under 18 FREE. FREE on Tues. Contact: 203.438.4519 Exhibitions feature work by emerging and mid-career artists, education programs inform adults & children about the importance of connecting to our world through contemporary art
The New England Carousel Museum 95 Riverside Avenue, Rt. 72, Bristol Age Group: 4 and Up Cost: Adults $5.00, Seniors $4.50, Children $2.50 (age 4-14), Children under 4 are free. Contact: 860 585-5411 http://www.thecarouselmuseum.org/ House one of the largest collections of antique carousel pieces in the country. The museum has horses, chariots, band organs and more! No actual carousel to ride though, check out Bushnell Park to take a ride.
Imagine Nation Children's Museum 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol Age Group: 2-10 Cost: Admission is $5.00 per person, under 1 free. Contact: (860) 314-1400 A hands-on, interactive children's museum. Lots of educational play opportunities. Water play room, Cyberplay and so much more! A must visit for kids 2-10. Open till 8pm the first Fri. of every month.
The Children's Museum 950 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford Age Group: 2 and up Cost: $11.00-Adults and Kids ages 2-62. Ages 63+ $10, Kids (age under 2)- Free. Exhibits Only. Contact: 860-231-2824 http://www.thechildrensmuseumct.org The museum is a hands on kids experience. Exhibits ignite curiosity through science and nature. Museum includes the Gengras Planetarium, live animals, and the only science-based preschool in Connecticut.
CT Trolley Museum 140 North Road, East Windsor Age Group: all ages Cost: Adult- $8.00, Senior Citizen (62 years +) $7.00, Youth (2 to 12 years) $5.00, Under 2- Free, Contact: 860.627.6540 Dedicated to the preservation of the trolley era. Take a 3 mile narrated trolley ride, then visit the complex for a little history of the trolley, and view the exhibits. Admission covers access to the Fire & Motor-Coach Museum, and unlimited trolley rides
The Connecticut Historical Society One Elizabeth Street, Hartford Age Group: Kids 2- 13 yrs Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Children 6 and under FREE. Contact: (860) 236-5621 Interactive exhibits geared to kids 2-13, try on period clothing, thread machine, or sew tobacco leaves and set them to dry, or build a brick wall. See website for info on changing exhibits and more!
CRRA Trash Museum 211 Murphy Road, Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 757-7765 http://www.crra.org/pages/edu_museums.htm REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE, RECOVER, RETHINK. Tour the 6,500 square feet of educational exhibits beginning at the Temple of Trash. The museum has a collection of Loan Kits, books, & videos on various aspects of waste management. Check out the website for info
Wadsworth Antheneum 600 Main Street, Hartford Age Group: 3 and up Cost: ADULTS; $10, SENIORS (age 62+) $8,STUDENTS (age 13+ with ID) $5, 12 & under FREE Contact: (860) 278-2670 http://www.wadsworthatheneum.org Go to the Wadsworth Antheneum for new, fun ways to experience art. They also offer community programs through out the year. Don't forget to stop by the museum cafe and gift shop.
The Lutz Children's Museum 247 South Main Street, Manchester Age Group: 1-11 years Cost: $5.00 - Adults and Children (Over One Year Old), Member FREE Contact: 860-643-0949 A small well designed museum with educational and fun, hands on exhibits for children. The changing exhibits include the transportation exhibit, farm animals exhibit, Live animals and much more! Offers almost daily classes, and community programs.
New Britain Youth Museum 30 High Street, New Britain Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 225-3020 http://www.newbritainyouthmuseum.org There are a lot of great activities at the Museum including a puppet theater, construction toys and games, and the Dinosaur Room. Saturdays a movie and a craft or art-related activity is available during the day. See website for more info.
New England Air Museum 36 Perimeter Rd, Windsor Locks Age Group: All ages Cost: Adults (12 & up) : $9.00, Children Ages 6 - 11: $5.00,Children 5 & under Free, Seniors (age 60+) $8 Contact: (860)-623-3305 This museum is a must for anybody who loves airplanes, and flight! Come see aircraft of all sorts, hands on exhibits, flight simulator and much more.
Hunt Hill Farm 44 Upland Road, New Milford Age Group: all ages Cost: Varies, see website for info. Contact: 860-355-0300 http://www.hunthillfarmtrust.org Dedicated to preservation the Hunt Hill Farm Trust preserves 2 New England farms with 10 historic buildings & 84 acres of farmland. It is the home of Skitch Henderson's Museum, Silo Store, Gallery, & Cooking School. A cool place to visit.
Institute for American Indian Studies 38 Curtis Rd, Washington Age Group: all ages Cost: $5 Adults, $4.50 Seniors, $3 Children Contact: (860) 868-0518 A museum and education & research center dedicated to the study of the indigenous peoples throughout the western hemisphere, mainly those of the Eastern Woodlands. Various exhibits, video room, children's discovery room, and replicated village, and more!
The Railroad Museum of New England 242 East Main Street, Thomaston Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 62+ $10, Children 3-12 $8, Group Rates and Special Events Trains differ see site Contact: 860-283-RAIL (7245) The museum offers train rides, hosts special events for kids, and the museum itself holds exhibits that offer a look into the regions development around the railroad. A fun day trip!
Barker Character, Comic & Cartoon Museum 1188 Highland Ave., Cheshire Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: 203-699-3822 http://www.barkermuseum.com/page.asp?PGNM=151 A unique museum dedicated to comic strips, cartoons, westerns, TV. and advertising memorabilia. Over 80,000 items on display. A neat place to visit.
CT Children's Museum 22 Wall St, New Haven Age Group: 3-10 years Cost: $5 per person/ cash or check only Contact: (203) 562-5437 http://www.childrensbuilding.org/ This museum has 8 themed rooms to explore. Kids learn about science, art, community and more, through hands on exhibits. Also offers community programs, see website for more info. A great place to visit!
Shore Line Trolley Museum 17 River Street, East Haven Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fares: Children 2-15 $4, Adults $8, Seniors $6. Family Fares (2 adults and unlimited children from the same household) $24. Under 2 Free. Contact: (203) 467-6927 Spend a day riding a vintage trolley, and see some of the wonderful trolley era artifacts the museum has in it's collection. With over 100 vintage transportation vehicles, numerous photographs, and items such as punch tickets, hats, and more, the museum does a wonderful job preserving the lost era of the trolley car. Admission includes all day streetcar rides. Ride once or ride 50 times!
The Eli Whitney Museum 915 Whitney Avenue, Hamden Age Group: 4 and up Cost: Adults: $3, Children: $2 Contact: (203) 777-1833 A museum at the site of a factory complex founded by Eli Whitney. It shows a bit of the Whitney legacy through fun hands-on exhibits. A Water Learning Lab, an outdoor learning environment, and historic 1816 barn are all on site.
Yale Peabody Museum Whitney Avenue and Sachem Street Yale Campus, New Haven Age Group: All Ages Cost: Adults: $7.00, Seniors $6.00, Kids 3-18 and college students with id: $5. 2 and under FREE. Contact: (203) 432-5050 It is easy to enjoy a day at the Peabody Museum of Natural History. It is a museum dedicated to the understanding of the earth's history, life, and cultures. The exhibits are wonderful, and cover everything from dinosaurs, Earth science, to Native American culture, and more. They also offer a variety of community programs and events. Check the website for more info.
Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut 409 Main Street, Niantic Age Group: 11 and under Cost: $5/ person, Children under 1 FREE Contact: 860.691.1111 http://www.childrensmuseumsect.org/ A wonderful hands-on museum that offers many exhibits demonstrating areas like the arts, sciences, safety & health, and culture & history. Hundreds of activities that are fun for everyone. Get outside and check out the outdoor garden, X-Play-Nation Park, and 2 person submarine. See website for more info.
Mystic Seaport 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic Age Group: All Ages Cost: Adults: $17.50, Discount for Seniors (65+) Active Duty Military & Students (with ID): $15.50, Kids (6-17): $12, Kids (5 and under): FREE Contact: 860.572.5315 A beautiful maritime museum. Explore American maritime history by climbing aboard a historic tall ship. Then stop for a look at a re-created 19th century coastal village and working preservation shipyard.
Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum 1 Crystal Lake Rd., Groton Age Group: 3 + Up Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 694-3174 On the Thames river in Groton, you can board a real submarine, a kid favorite. The museum's collections include 1000's of artifacts, documents and, photographs. See the website for more info.
Mashantucket Pequot Museum 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket Age Group: All Ages Cost: 15 Adults; $13, Seniors (55+); $10 Youth (6-15); Youth 1-5 Free Contact: 800.411.9671 The world's largest Native American museum. See wonderful exhibits that depict 18,000 years of Native and natural history. Museum has a shop and restaurant.
Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum 55 Bridge St., Willimantic Age Group: All Ages Cost: Adult: $5.00, Seniors (62+) $4.00, Children (8 -12): $1.00, Under 8: FREE Contact: (860) 456-9999 On the original site of the Columbia Junction Freight Yard. The museum includes locomotives and rolling stock, as well as vintage railroad buildings and a six-stall roundhouse reconstructed on the original foundation. Also includes a replica 1850's-style pump car. See website for more info.
Windham Textile and History Museum 157 Union & Main St., Willimantic Age Group: 5 and up Cost: Adults $5, seniors and students $3.50, children (under 6) free Contact: (860)-456-2178 The Mill Museum is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of the textile industry, as well as the working people of the mills. The focus is on the cotton thread manufacture. The museum preserves two buildings of a mill complex formerly owned by the Willimantic Linen Company, which later became the American Thread Company. See website for more info.
The Children's Museum 18 Lindeman Drive, Trumbull Age Group: 9 and under Cost: Adults $8, Kids $9, Kids under 1 FREE, Grandparents FREE on Tues. Contact: 203-373-0001 http://www.thechildrensmuseum.biz/
The Children’s Museum’s mission is to create an environment where children
explore and learn by interacting with diverse early childhood exhibits and
hands-on activities.Based on the idea that children learn by doing, each
of our 20 theme-based exhibits uses, interactive components and larger
than life environments to encourage infants to 9 year olds to explore in
new ways that make play and learning connect.
Fish Family Farm 20 Dimock Lane, Bolton Age Group: All ages Cost: See the cows for FREE, Retail ice cream shop is also on site. Contact: (860) 646-9745 200 acres of beautiful cow country! Observe the milking and bottling process in the barn, pet the cows, and then treat yourselves to homemade ice cream.
Hurst Farm Country Store & Greenhouses 746 East St., Andover Age Group: All ages Cost: See website for info. Contact: (860) 646-6536 Hurst Farm ( a 36-acre organic family farm) has a Country Store, sugar house, orchard, garden and more. In the fall, hay rides, pumpkins, farm animals, gardens, and snacks. See website for more info.
Greenwich Audubon Center 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults $3.00, Children and Senior $1.50, free for members Contact: 203-869-5272 http://greenwich.audubon.org/index.html 285 acres of nature sanctuary, with miles of trails. Offers hands on nature activities, nature art gallery, and nature store. As well as natural history, and wildlife exhibits.
Fairchild Wildflower Garden North Porchuck Road, Greenwich Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: n/a 127 acres with 8 miles of trails through native flowering plants and ferns.
New Canaan Nature Center 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: 203-966-9577 http://www.newcanaannature.org/ Smaller nature center with trails, gardens, greenhouse, gift shop, youth and family programs, + more!
Stamford Museum and Nature Center 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults: $8, Seniors: $6, Students (over age 17): $6 Children (between 4 and 17) $4, Members - Free Contact: 203.322.1646 118 acres with a working 19th century re-created farm, farm animals, and trails. Natures playground is a wooded 1 acre kids play area, which has a 30ft slide + sand pit for fossil digs. Nature center with hands on exhibits. A planetarium open on Sundays.
Earthplace Nature Discovery Center 10 Woodside Lane, Westport Age Group: 1-10 years Cost: $7 Adults and children over 12, $5 Children 1�12 yrs & Seniors Contact: 203-227-7253 A 62 acre wildlife sanctuary with trails, live wildlife, and hosts many public nature programs and events. Also has a preschool, summer camp, and more.
Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield Age Group: all ages Cost: Adult: $2; children under 14: $1, members free Contact: 203-259-0416 http://www.ctaudubon.org/visit/birdcraft.htm Many species of birds, youth programs, trails, story-time, summer camp, + more
Mother Earth Gallery 806 Federal Road, Brookfield Age Group: 5+ Cost: Cost for mine dig is $16.00 Contact: (203) 775-6272 http://www.motherearthcrystals.com/motherearthdig.html Cool store with crystals, minerals, wind chimes etc. Has a mine inside were kids can dig for crystals, minerals and semiprecious stones. They can keep what they find. Roaring Brook Nature Center 70 Gracey Road, Canton Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults: $4.00, Children / Seniors: $3.00, Members: FREE Contact: 860-693-0263 http://www.sciencecenterct.org/rbncpage/index.html 5 miles of beautiful trails, longhouse with changing exhibits, live animals, wildlife attraction area just name a few! Offer programs for kids throughout the year.
Westmoor Park 119 Flagg Road, West Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 232-1134 Westmoor Park is a 162 acres, with a demonstration farm that houses barnyard animals. The park also has nice nature trails, and a greenhouse. A great FREE place to visit.
Dinosaur State Park 400 West Street, Rocky Hill Age Group: all ages Cost: 18+ $5, 6-17 $2, 5 and under FREE. Contact: 860-529-8423 http://www.dinosaurstatepark.org 55,000 square feet of geodesic dome exhibit space, houses about 500 preserved dinosaur tracks--left behind by area dino inhabitants around 200 million yrs ago. Nature trails, display gardens and arboretum. The Track Casting area is open May 1 - Oct 31.
Copernican Observatory & Planetarium 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain Age Group: all ages Cost: $3.50 Planetarium Show Contact: 860/832-3399 http://www.ccsu.edu/astronomy/ On the campus of CCSU, the observatory has one of the largest public telescopes in the US. It schedules many community programs, and planetarium shows for both children and adults. See website for more info.
Wickham Park 1329 West Middle Turnpike, Manchester Age Group: all ages Cost: Per Car: $3 Weekdays, $4 Weekends and Holidays Contact: 860-528-0856 http://www.wickhampark.org/information.html 250 acres with trails, fields, woodland, gardens, bike trails, aviary (with many live birds), Nature Center Building, picnic areas, sports facilities, playgrounds, and much more. A beautiful park.
Flanders Nature Center 5 Church Hill Road, Woodbury Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: 203-263-3711 http://www.flandersnaturecenter.org This nature center is home to 2 sanctuaries, The Van Vleck Sanctuary (home to administrative offices, art studio and farm), and The Whittemore Sanctuary. They have over 1,000 acres of trails, woods, bogs and more. Offers educational and fun kids programs.
Clarke Outdoors 163 Route 7, West Cornwall Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Varies see website for info Contact: 860-672-6365 http://www.clarkeoutdoors.com/ Offers Kayak, canoe, and raft rentals to paddle down the beautiful Housatonic river. Also offers instructional classes, and has a retail shop.
Sharon Audubon Center 325 Cornwall Bridge Rd, Sharon Age Group: all ages Cost: Trail access fees $3.00-adults, $1.50-seniors, $1.50-children Contact: (860) 364-0520 A 684 acre nature center with beautiful trails that are well maintained. Offers youth programs and classes. Lots of wildlife, and flowers, and the main building houses a kids adventure center with nice hands on exhibits.
Wisdom House Labyrinth 229 East Litchfield Road, Litchfield Age Group: all ages Cost: $5 per person Contact: 860-567-3163 http://www.wisdomhouse.org/labyrinth.html A classical 7-circuit labyrinth which is open for guests. The labyrinth is best appreciated in daylight hours and since it is outdoors, weather is a consideration.
White Memorial Conservation Center 80 Whitehall Road, Litchfield Age Group: all ages Cost: Grounds- Free, Museum- Adults $4, Children 6-12 $2 Contact: 860-567-0857 http://www.whitememorialcc.org The state's largest nature reserve, 4,000 acres with 35 miles of trails. Campgrounds, boat launch, viewing stations, and much more! The museum has a wonderful nature store, children's activity room, & exhibits. Offers classes & programs. See Website info.
Farmington River Tubing Route 44, New Hartford Age Group: 10+ and 4 feet 5 inches, must be able to swim Cost: Weekends & Holidays, $20. Weekdays, $18 Includes tube, lifejacket, & shuttle bus return ride Contact: 860-693-6465 http://www.farmingtonrivertubing.com A fun way to spend a hot summer day. Tube down 2.5 miles of the scenic Farmington river. Picnic areas are available at The Satan's Kingdom Recreation area. A must visit!
Lyman Orchards Junction of Routes 147 & 157, Middlefield Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees Vary See Website Contact: (860) 349-1793 With a 1,100 acres in Middlefield, CT, Lyman Orchards always has something fun to do year round. Pick your own fruits, wonderful Apple Barrel store with the best high top apple pie! Hayrides, farm tours, seasonal corn maze, and many other events are offered throughout the year.
Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center 10 Deerfield Road, Ansonia Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: (203) 736-1053 http://ansonianaturecenter.org Center is 104 acres of wooded areas and open fields. Site has recreational fields, playground, gardens, streams, a 2 acre pond, wet meadows, and an upland swamp. See website for more info.
Brooksvale Park Brooksvale Ave, Hamden Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: 203-287-2579 190 acre area for all sorts of outdoor adventures. Hiking, sledding, sports, and even a small barn yard animal petting zoo. See website for more info.
Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center 1 Milford Point Rd, Milford Age Group: All Ages Cost: By Donation Contact: 203-878-7440 http://www.ctaudubon.org/visit/milford.htm A wonderful wildlife and bird sanctuary located on an 8.4-acre barrier beach known as the Smith-Hubbell Wildlife refuge. Come see wonderful habitats, birds and animals, picturesque beach, and salt marsh. The center itself houses a bunch of educational exhibits, including a tidal demonstration tank.
East Rock Park East Rock Rd, New Haven Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: 203-946-6086 http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/Parks/ParksInformation/eastrockpark.asp A 425 acre city owned park. It has a playground, environmental education center, and more! Picnic areas, playing fields, and trails are all on-site. Make sure to hike the top of the 285 foot summit for the most spectacular views of the Long Island Sound,
Edgewood Park 720 Edgewood Park Ave, New Haven Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: (203) 946-8028 http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/Parks/ParksInformation/edgewoodpark.asp A 125 acre park with a variety of fun activities for kids. A skate park for skateboarding and in-line skating, ponds, trails, wetlands, and a sprinkler to cool off on those hot summer days, are just a few of the things you can do at this park.
Lighthouse Point Park and Carousel 12 Lighthouse Road, New Haven Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE, Parking fees during summer season- See website Contact: 203-946-8790 http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/Parks/ParksInformation/lighthousepoint.asp The site of the famous New Haven, Lighthouse Point Lighthouse. The park has a public beach for swimming on the Long Island Sound, fishing pier and a public boat launch. The ranger station has touch tanks and aquariums, a sailing ship's deck with a ship's wheel, sailor's hammock, and sails for some hands-on-fun. Picnic tables are available, Kids can also have some fun on the playground and swings.
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center 109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic Age Group: All Ages Cost: Adults- $6, Seniors 65 and older- $5, Children 12 and under- $4 Contact: 860.536.1216 This site includes a wildlife sanctuary , and a visitor attraction & educational facility that houses many live frogs, fish, turtles, and snakes. The Center features exhibits on the habitats and wildlife of southeastern Connecticut. It also has eight miles of trails through a beautiful 300-acre wooded preserve.
The Dinosaur Place- Nature's Art & Dinosaur Crossing 1650 Route 85, Montville Age Group: All Ages Cost: Prices vary see website for info. Contact: 860-443-4367 http://www.thedinosaurplace.com/ Home to 2 great places, Nature's Art, and The Dinosaur crossing. At Nature's Art you can dig in a candle-lit silver mine in search of gems and crystals, and keep everything you find. You can also Pan for gold, or unearth some dinosaur fossils! A neat place. At the Dinosaur Crossing you can see over 25 life sized dinosaurs, while strolling on the 1.5 miles of easy to walk trails, then stop for some fun at Monty's Playground. No stop is ever done without some great ice cream!
Project Oceanology University of Connecticut- Avery Point Campus 1084 Shennecossett Road, Groton Age Group: 6 and up (no children under 6 are allowed) Cost: Cruises are Adults- $19, Children 6-12-$16 Contact: (860) 445-9007 Project Oceanology offers wonderful cruises and programs for kids and adults. The cruises include lighthouse expeditions, oceanographic research cruises and seal watches. Programs are run throughout the year about oceanography and Long Island Sound marine environments. See website for more info.
River Bend Mining & Gemstone Panning & Wildlife Exhibit 41 Pond St., Oneco Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees vary, call for info Contact: (860) 564-3440 A unique campground which offers, aqua cycles, paddle boats, mini-golf, mining and panning, arcade games, sand volleyball, basketball, mounted wildlife exhibits, kids crafts, adult crafts, children’s story time, and canoe rentals. See website for more info.
Buell's Orchard 108 Crystal Pond Road, Eastford Age Group: All Ages Cost: See website for info Contact: 860-974-1150 100 acres of pristine orchards, with pick your own, or you may purchase peaches and apples freshly picked. Hosts a wonderful fall festival every year. See website for more info.
Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Pomfret 189 Pomfret St, Pomfret Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: 860-928-4948 http://www.ctaudubon.org/visit/pomfret.htm The 700-acre Connecticut Audubon Bafflin Sanctuary has beautiful rolling meadows, forests, streams, and grassland habitats. The new nature center facility also offers many programs and events through out the year. See website for more info.
Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration 55 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic Age Group: All Ages Cost: Adult $17.50, Senior (age 65+) $16.50, Children (age 3 - 17) $12.50, Children (age 2 and under) FREE Contact: 860.572.5955 http://www.mysticaquarium.org/ A wonderful place with a wide variety of animals. The aquarium is home to Beluga Whales, Sea Lions, African Penguins and SO MUCH more. Hands-on-touch tanks, live animal shows, huge aquariums, and awesome exhibits fill this great destination. This is a must visit in CT for kids and adults!
UCONN Animal Barns and Dairy Bar UCONN Campus Storrs, See website for more info., Storrs Age Group: All ages Cost: Barns are FREE, Dairy Bar purchases can be made. Contact: Visitors Center- (860) 486-4900 http://www.canr.uconn.edu/ansci/barntours.htm Everyone is welcome to come to UCONN's animal barns and to learn more about the animals they care for. Visitors can see dairy & beef cows, sheep,and horses. Stop in to see dairy cows being milked at 1:00 p.m. and fed at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Kellogg Dairy Center. This is a must visit for kids of all ages. The beautiful farm is a great spot for a picnic. Tables are available through out the farm. Don't forget to stop in for what we believe to be the best ice cream in CT at the UCONN Dairy Bar!
Silverman's Farm 451 Sport Hill Road, Easton Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults- $3.00, Children $2.00 Contact: 203-261-3306 http://www.silvermansfarm.com/ Attractions include an animal farm, pick your own apples, peaches, and plums. Farm market with pies, jams and more. Picnic tables are available, Tractor drawn wagon rides, and pumpkin patch are offered in the fall.
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk 10 North Water Street, Norwalk Age Group: all ages Cost: Aquarium Only, adults-$11.00, seniors-$10.00, Children 2-12-$9.00, under 2 free Contact: 203-852-0700 http://www.maritimeaquarium.org A great place to go, aquarium, IMAX theater, Spongebob ride, Hands on educational programs and so much more. A must visit with kids!
The Beardsley Zoo 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport Age Group: all ages Cost: Ages 12 and up-$9.00, 3-11-$7.00, Seniors $7.00, Under 3-Free, Member-Free Contact: (203) 394-6565 Over 300 animals from North and South America, cafe, picnic grove, carousel, youth programs, and much more! A must visit.
Holcomb Farm 113 Simsbury Road, West Granby Age Group: all ages Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 860-844-8616 http://www.holcombfarm.com/index.htm Working farm, & Art + Nature Center where art meets nature. Has indoor animal exhibits, and outdoor sheep & goats in the corral. A Wigwam, an authentic replica of a Native American home. Offers art & nature classes, parties, summer camp and more!
Flamig Farm 7 Shingle Mill Road, West Simsbury Age Group: all ages Cost: $3.00- Kids under 2 & adults 80 and older are free, pony and horse or tractor drawn rides are extra. Contact: (860) 658-5070 Farm Animal Zoo, Pony Rides, Horse & Tractor Drawn Rides. Fresh eggs and much more! Check out the website for more info.
Action Wildlife Foundation, Inc. 337 Torrington Rd, Rte. 4, Goshen Age Group: all ages Cost: Adults - $8, Children under 12 - $6 Contact: (860) 482-4465 Animals from North America, Africa, India, New Zealand, Asia and the Artic. Has a petting zoo, drive thru safari, and museum gallery.
Southwind Farms 223 Morris Town Line Rd, Watertown Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 274-9001 http://www.southwindfarms.com/ Visit this Alpaca farm with 50+ Alpacas. Learn about the animals, and Alpaca yarn products
Lee's Riding Stable 57 East Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Age Group: Pony Rides- all ages, Trails 7+ Cost: Trail rides $30/hour. Pony rides $10 for two times around the ring $80 hour, $40 for 1/2 hour Contact: (860) 567-0785 http://www.windfieldmorganfarm.com/lees.html Horseback riding at it's best. Beautiful trail horses, and ponies, with experienced trail guides, Also has a small petting zoo, this is a great place to visit!
Amy's Udder Joy Exotic Animal Farm Park & Nature Center 27 North Road, Cromwell Age Group: All Ages Cost: $3.00 per person / pony rides $2.00 children under 1 yr. free Contact: (860)635-3924 n/a A collection of wonderful and some very exotic animals, and hands on indoor and outdoor exhibits. A living carousel, petting zoo, and picnic area are just a few of the fun activities here. Call for more info.
Quinebaug Valley Trout Hatchery Trout Hatchery Rd., Central Village Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: (860) 564-7542 n/a A very large hatchery it produces about 6000,000 pounds of trout annually. Glass wall allows visitors to see into hatchery. A neat place for kids. Call for more info.
Creamery Brook Bison 19 Purvis Rd., Brooklyn Age Group: All Ages Cost: Adults: $6.00 Children (ages 3 -11): $4.50 Children under 3: FREE Contact: (860) 779-0837 http://www.creamerybrookbison.com/ Creamery Brook Bison was established as a buffalo farm in 1990. Come see where the buffalo roam! Take a wagon ride through the farm, or a guided walk, then stop in the shop for an ice cream. A neat place for kids. Call for more info.
CT Golf Land & Games 95 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: (860) 643-2654 A family entertainment center with arcade, go-karts, bumper boats, batting cages, mini golf and a par 3 golf course. Offers some community programs through out the year.
Fun 4 Kids Arcade 370 West Main Street, Stamford Age Group: all ages Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 203-326-5656 A family entertainment center with arcade, soft play area, laser tag, and more. Check it out.
Lake Compounce 822 Lake Avenue, Bristol Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Regular (52" & taller)-$33.95, Junior (Under 52" tall) -$24.95, Senior 60+ $16.95, After 5pm-$17.95 Contact: 860-583-3300 Lake Compounce offers a variety of rides and attractions for all. Water rides, wave pool, waterslides, roller coasters, ferris wheels, mini-golf, paddle boats, and so much more! Check it out.
Golf Quest Family Sports Center 125 Jude Lane, Southington Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: (860) 621-3663 http://www.golfquestranges.com A year round family fun center. Activities include: mini golf, tee practice, bumper boats, and more. Check out the website for more info.
R&B Sportsworld 19 Rowley St, Winsted Age Group: all ages Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 860-738-9799 http://www.randbsportsworld.com/ A family entertainment center with go-karts, arcade, indoor & outdoor batting cages, mini-golf, billiards, and of course PHAZERBALL! Check it out
Fusion Zone 380 New Hartford Rd, Barkhamsted Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Arcade is pay-per-play, Laser tag games-1 game $7.50/person, 2 games $13/person, 3 games $19/person Contact: 860-379-ZONE (9663) Fusion Zone is a 7,000 sq. ft. family entertainment center. It houses a large arcade, and laser tag arena.
Club Kids Indoor Playcenter 17 Washington Ave, North Haven Age Group: 1-12 years Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: 203-239-5437 (KIDS) http://www.clubkidsllc.com A wonderful 12,000 square foot, indoor playcenter. It includes a soft play maze, rock climbing wall, pay-per-play arcade games and indoor go-cart track. A fun place! Hosts great parties too, see website for info.
Dadd's Xtreme 867 Boston Post Road, West Haven Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: 203-937-7461 http://www.xtremeindoorsports.com A family entertainment center with a variety of activities. Go-carts, lazertag, rc races, arcade games, kids play area for smaller kids, and more. Check website for more details.
Quassy Amusement Park 2132 Middlebury Road, Middlebury Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: 203-758-2913 A family amusement center with rides, swimming, boating, waterslides, and more. Stop by Quassy beach, and have a ball at the park's saturation station, a jungle gym that incorporates all kinds of wet and wild water play. See website for more info.
Smiles Entertainment Center 1607 Boston Post Rd., Milford Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: (203) 877-3229 http://www.smilesentertainment.com One of Connecticut's largest family entertainment centers, with a variety of activities. A giant video game arcade, Laser tag , skee ball, billiards. In the nicer months, enjoy the kiddie park, bumper boats, batting cages, miniature golf, and more!
Tree House Arcade 39 Norwich - Westerly Road, Mashantucket Age Group: 3 + Up Cost: Fees Vary see website Contact: 860.312.3000 http://www.foxwoods.com/OurWonders/Entertainment/Arcade/Arcade.aspx# The Tree House located in Foxwoods is a wild two-level entertainment center. It has over 140 arcade and other games, A MaxFlight FS2000 Flight Simulator is a favorite. The Tree House is an illuminated tree with a tree house, and a glass encased second floor. A good rainy day location.
Monster Indoor Mini Golf 658 Long Hill Rd, Groton Age Group: 4 and up Cost: Prices vary see website for info. Contact: 860-446-0006 http://www.monsterminigolf.com/Groton.htm In addition to the 18 holes of indoor glow-in-the dark mini golf, you can have fun in the state of the art arcade. It has a wide variety of games including glow Skee Ball, and a glow-in-the-dark air hockey table.
Digital Network Arena 15 Water ST, Torrington Age Group: 5 and up Cost: Varies see website for info Contact: (860) 618-0052 http://www.digitalnetworkarena.net
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Ron-A-Roll Indoor Skating Rink Center 85 South Frontage Road, Vernon Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: (860) 872-7094 A 14,040 square foot indoor roller skating rink. Offers public skate times, as well as themed skating events, and programs during school vacations and breaks. See website for more info.
Stafford Motor Speedway 55 West Street, Stafford Springs Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: (860)-684-2783 http://www.staffordspeedway.com/ A racetrack that host a variety of races. Has a Kid's Club for all you race fans out there. Campsites are available. See website for more info.
Sports Center of Connecticut 784 River Road, Shelton Age Group: all ages Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 203.929.6500 A family entertainment center with ice skating, laser tag, mini-golf, fun bowl, inline skating, batting cages, and so much more!
Mount Southington 396 Mt. Vernon Road, Southington Age Group: 4 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 860.628.0954 http://www.mountsouthington.com Skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer, Mount Southington offers a variety of activities for kids. 14 trails in all, night skiing, snowboarding, lessons and more!
Veterans Memorial Skating Rink 56 Buena Vista Road, West Hartford Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: (860) 521-1573 A large indoor ice skating rink located in West Hartford. Facilities include locker room, cafe, retail shop, FREE wireless internet, and much more.
Huck Finn Adventures 21 Waterville Rd, Avon Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 860-693-0385 http://www.huckfinnadventures.com/ Offers canoe, kayak, and raft rentals for paddling down the scenic Farmington River. 3, 5 or 9-mile trip from 2 to 5 hours in duration. Also offers underground canoe trips through the city of Hartford. A neat experience. Check out the website for more info
Top Flight Sports Center Planet Play 17 Pickett District Road, New Milford Age Group: 1-10 years Cost: Monday-Friday $8.00, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays $10 Contact: (860)350-9121 http://www.topflightsportscenter.com Planet Play has two giant slides, web crawls, tunnels, Toddler-town, two cool inflatables, Top Flight Raceway, and more!
Lime Rock Park Route 112 off Route 7, Lakeville Age Group: 8+ Cost: See website for ticket info Contact: 1.800.RACE.LRP, or 203-435-0896 Lime Rock Park race track is always hosting some kind of activity nearly every day from early March through November, but the track really comes to life for each of the four main spectator events. Also offers a Kids Club, see website for info.
Ski Sundown 126 Ratlum, New Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: See website for details Contact: 860-379-SNOW 15 total trails, 14 with night lighting. Offers child and adult lesson programs, rentals, season passes and savings cards and more!
A New World Laser Tag 423 Main Street, Middletown Age Group: 6 and up Cost: $8 for one game, $15 for 2 games, $20 for 3 games, $25 for 4 games Contact: 860-343-3899 http://www.newworldlasertag.com A state of the art laser tag facility located in downtown Middletown. See website for more info.
Connecticut Sportsplex 150 Foxon Road, North Branford Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: 203-484-4383 Connecticut's largest sports complex. It has a field house, outdoor complex and domed playing field which house a variety of activities. Included are an arcade, laser tag, batting cages, pool tables, air hockey, skee ball, jungle gym, party areas, and so much more. See website for more details.
Milford Ice Pavilion 291 Bic Drive, Milford Age Group: 3 and up Cost: $5/person, skate rentals are free. Contact: 203-878-6516 An ice rink open year round. Offers public skating hours, as well as classes, and other programs.
Franco's Xtreme Laser Tag 40 Boston Post Road, Waterford Age Group: 6 and up Cost: 30 Minute: $13/person, 60 Minute: $18/person, 90 Minute: $23/person Contact: (860) 442-3000 http://www.francoslasertag.com/ A state of the art Laser Tag facility. A cool place to play!
Norwich Municipal Ice Rink 641 New London Turnpike, Norwich Age Group: 3 + Up Cost: Call for info Contact: 860.892.2555 It has is a 200' x 85' NHL regulation ice rink, four locker rooms, and a conference/party room. Also has a concession stand and a pro shop. Offers classes and parties as well as public skating times.
RollerMagic- Waterbury Skating Center 60 Harvester Rd, Waterbury Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: 203-753-4983 Indoor roller skating rink. Hosts parties for all occasions, has a snack bar, public skating times, and much more! Visit website for hours and costs.
Playtime Village 380 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe Age Group: 7 and under Cost: Child: $10.00, Each additional child: $8.00, Adults: Free Contact: 203-445-8626 Indoor Play space and Activity center. Pretend play in a child sized town, with dress up, hobby shop, school house, market and more. Offers weekly events, birthday parties, art, music and play classes, and much more.
Jonathan's Dream Boundless Playground 335 Bloomfield Avenue, West Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: 860-243-8315 n/a A 25,000-square-foot playground, designed for children of all abilities, with and without disabilities. A wonderful place for free fun! Nice secluded park feel. Located next to the Greater Hartford Jewish Community Center. Ample free parking is available.
The Great Escape 39 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury Age Group: 1-12 years Cost: Arcade is pay per play, Playscape is $6.95 for kids 2 and up, $3.95- kids 2 and under, Adults FREE Contact: 860-633-5437 A family entertainment center with a 4 level playscape with a 60ft slide, and arcade. A great time for kids 12 and under. Also has a snack bar, and hosts parties. Check out the website for more info.
Lasses & Lads Playspace 33 Water Street, Guilford Age Group: 6 months – 6 years Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: 203-458-FUNN A playspace great for younger kids. It has a custom tree-house, a climbing wall, monkey bars, swings, a musical area and more. It is stocked with toys, puzzles, tumbling mats, and other fun stuff. See website for more info.
Party N' Play 4 Ocean Ave, West Haven Age Group: 7 years and under Cost: 1 Child : $8.00, Each Additional Child: $7.00, Adults FREE Contact: 203-934-7755 A playspace that includes an indoor playground, moon bounce, dress up area, car & truck area, blocks and game area. A great time for younger children.
Elephant Steps 205 Main ST, Norwalk Age Group: 10 and under Cost: Varies, see website for info Contact: (203) 956-0354 This is not your ordinary indoor gym or playground which may be focused in one area; this is a multi-faceted, high-quality programming facility. Our unique indoor playgrounds offer a wide range of challenges for children of all ages and abilities. Our water room, designed by our own toy engineers, provides a sensory experience that will have children begging to come back. Not only do we offer common play areas, we also offer high quality programs, and exciting birthday parties. Parents with children in drop off classes can wait in our café or exercise on an elliptical trainer while their child participates in one of several programs.
Nathan Hale Homestead 2299 South Street, Coventry Age Group: All ages Cost: Adults $4; Youths to 18 and Students (with a valid ID) $2; Children under six are free Contact: (860) 742-6917 http://www.hartnet.org/als/nathanhale/homestead.htm Visitors may tour the 1776 home of Nathan Hale’s family with an experienced guide and view a short video about Nathan Hale. Hands-on activities for children are included in the tour. An 18th-century demonstration garden has plants and vegetables that are original to the period. There is a gift shop located in an early 18th-century barn. The grounds are beautiful with historic trees, outbuildings, original stonewalls, and acres of fields and forests.
Old Newgate Prison 115 Newgate Road, East Granby Age Group: 5+ Cost: adults $5, seniors (60+) & college students with ID $4, children (6-17) $3, children under 6 free Contact: 860.653.3563 http://www.eastgranby.com/HistoricalSociety/newgateprison2.htm In the early 1700's what began as a copper mine, turned into the first state prison in America. Used to house serious criminals, the prison closed in 1827, and then became a mine again.
Harriet Beecher Stowe Center 77 Forest St., Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: Prices vary see website Contact: 860-522-9258 http://www.harrietbeecherstowe.net includes a Visitor Center (1873 carriage house) and museum shop, the Harriet Beecher Stowe House (1871) which is open for tours, and the Katharine Seymour Day House. Take a peek into life of the author of Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Old State House 800 Main Street, Hartford Age Group: 5+ Cost: $6 adults, $3 seniors (65 and over), $3 students (with college ID), $3 youth (6-17), Under 6 FREE Contact: 860-522-6766 Opening in 1796, This national historic landmark, is one of the nation's oldest state houses. Tour the restored historic rooms, the interactive audio tour, visit the education center, new exhibits, and more!
The Mark Twain House 351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford Age Group: 5+ Cost: Adults (17-64) $13, Seniors citizens (65+) $11 , Children (6-16) $8 , Children under 6 Free Contact: (860) 247-0998 http://www.marktwainhouse.org/ Take a glimpse into the author's life by visiting his estate (by guided only), then visit the museum to see rare manuscripts, photos, artifacts, fine and decorative arts.
Essex Steam Train and Riverboat One Railroad Avenue, Essex Age Group: All Ages Cost: Fees Vary See Website Contact: (860) 767-0103 http://www.essexsteamtrain.com/ The Essex Steam Train is operated by the Valley Railroad Company. Take a ride in these 1920's coaches that are pulled by an authentic steam locomotive. The river boat Becky Thatcher, cruises along the Connecticut River. Also has a Gift shop, snack shop, and runs special events.
Gillette Castle 67 River Road, East Haddam Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Grounds FREE, Castle: Heritage Passport allows the bearer to gain admittance to three facilities (Dinosaur, Fort Trumbull and Gillette Castle State Parks) for a one time visitation until Columbus Day of the calendar year in which it was purchased. Children ages 6 -17 are $5.00, adults over 18 years are $12.00, and children under age 5 are free. The Heritage Passport can be purchased at any one of the three facilities. Contact: (860) 526-2336 http://www.ct.gov/dep/cwp/view.asp?A=2716&Q=325204 Hiking, picnicking, camping and of course a visit to the wonderful Gillette Castle are some of the things you can do at Gillette Castle State Park. A twenty four room mansion reminiscent of a medieval castle, was at one time the home of William Hooker Gillette, playwright, director, and most famous for his portrayal of "Sherlock Holmes". Take a guided tour, then head out for a picnic lunch on the beautiful grounds.
Black Rock Fort & Fort Nathan Hale Woodward Ave., New Haven Age Group: All Ages Cost: FREE Contact: (203) 946-8790 http://www.fort-nathan-hale.org View a Revolutionary, and a Civil War fort on 20 acres of city park. Site includes, Fort's visitor center, the Pavilion, and Memorial Flag Court. See website for more details.
The Dudley Farm 2351 Durham Rd, Guilford Age Group: All Ages Cost: Adults $3.00 Contact: (203) 457-0770 A 10 acre, 19th-century working farm and museum. Features an 1844 farmhouse, barns, gardens and livestock and more.
Family Raceway 20 East Main ST, Rockville Age Group: 4 and up Cost: Varies, see website for more info. Contact: (860) 896-5333 http://www.familyraceway.comcastbiz.net 165 ft Slot Car Track in Downtown Rockville. Birthday Parties, Build your own car, weekly racing, and family fun nights. Rental cars and controllers are also available.
Bushnell Park and Carousel Heart of Hartford, see website for directions, Hartford Age Group: all ages Cost: Carousel rides: $1.00, grounds free. free tours offered. Contact: (860) 232-6710, carousel phone- 860-585-5411 America's first public park, Bushnell Park has something for everyone. Take a ride on an antique carousel, visit the Children's Play and Learning Environment, see various statues, take a tour, take in one of the many events throughout the year, and more!
Kil'n Time Paint Your Own Pottery 29 Main Street, Torrington Age Group: all ages Cost: Varies see website for info Contact: (860) 618-3316 http://www.paintyourownpottery.org A paint your own pottery center. Offers unique items that you paint, a great rainy day (or any day) family activity. These pieces make great gifts. Also offers workshops, and birthday parties.
Sculpturedale Route 7, next to Kent Falls State Park, Kent Age Group: all ages Cost: FREE Contact: 860-927-3420 http://www.deniscurtisssculptor.com/sculpturedale.htm A unique trip with life-size representational sculptures of animals and dancers in bronze and steel. Walking around the yard is like being on safari!
Village Center for the Arts 12 Main Street, New Milford Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, see website for info Contact: (860) 354-4318 http://www.villagecenterarts.com An art center that offers open studio time in their pottery studio. Also offers great classes and programs for kids and adults.
Litchfield Doll Shoppe 387 Torrington Rd, Litchfield Age Group: all ages Cost: Varies see website for info Contact: (860) 567-5402 http://www.litchfieldart.com/susanwakeen/thelitchfielddolls/ A shop all about dolls. Accessories, clothes, and much more. Create your own doll section, you choose the face, eye color, hair color and clothing and they will put it together for you. A neat place to visit!
Ceramic Fun Time 959 Boston Post Rd, Guilford Age Group: 3 and up Cost: Fees vary, see website Contact: 203-453-2100 http://www.ceramicfuntime.com/ Paint your own ceramics. With over 1000 pieces to chose from, you are sure to find one your kids will love to paint. No appointment necessary, no waiting to bring home your piece. See website for more info.
Creative Castle 715 Post Road, Fairfield Age Group: 10 and under Cost: Fees vary, call for more details. Contact: 203-226-5090 At Creative Castle we offer creative, multi-media art and cooking classes for children 18 months to 11 years designed to help build self-confidence, encourage independent thinking, develop problem solving skills, enhance individual focus, concentration and fine motor skills. Our art classes for children are based on age-appropriate, open-ended creative art rather than crafts. We focus on the process rather than the end product, which encourages individual self expression and creative exploration.
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