Looking for fun events around Cleveland? Here are some local links and resources. First, start with this great list of 99+ things to do in Cleveland, courtesy of Savvy Source. Then, read on!
Cleveland Botanical Gardens Kids will marvel at the exciting adventures that await in the Children's Garden. Here, youngsters can hide away in a magical tree house retreat, steal a scent of a mint leaf or get up close with the frogs, turtles and fish in the pond.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Cleveland Metroparks Zoo & The RainForest is open all year and home to more than 3000 animals representing 600 species, including the largest collection of primate species in North America. Cleveland Museum of Natural History Exhibits include Dinosaur bones, natural gemstones and fossils, and a huge section on Ohio birds, plant life, insects, and archeology. A planetarium teaches kids and adults all about the moon, the stars, and the galaxy.
Great Lakes Science Center The Polymer Funhouse lets children 7 and younger stretch, shake, build, pull and play with polymers of all types in the special area. A ball pit and playland means that it’s friendly for all ages! Lake Metroparks Farmpark Farmpark is a family oriented science and cultural center devoted to agriculture, farming, and country life. NASA Glenn Research Center The visitors' center features 6000 square feet of exhibit space, with interactive exhibits on the center's namesake, John Glenn, as well as on the Apollo Era, space flight, and the space shuttles. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Cleveland's most popular attraction is fun for visitors of all ages.
The Western Reserve Historical Society Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum It's bumper-to-bumper fun for the little ones. The museum showcases nearly 200 antique, vintage, and classic automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, automobile culture and aircraft. The Crawford collection is one of the top ten in the nation, according to Car Collector magazine.
About.com: Cleveland Cleveland has plenty of things to do -- 365 days a year. From festivals to art shows to museums to sporting events, there's something to interest everyone. You'll find it all here. Being Savvy Cleveland Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in Cleveland.
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