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There are literally hundreds, maybe even thousands, of
museums in the United States. Not all of them are appropriate for children.
Many museums are just showcases, displays and films that do not stimulate thinking
or hold children’s interest. During the summer months, many families travel
across the country and stop at a wide variety of historic sites, national parks
and museums. It is important for parents to be selective in the museums they
select that will provide a valuable leaning experience as well as an
entertaining one.
Last week, while traveling through Connecticut, I came
across the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. This is a museum that was truly built for
kids! Young visitors can get the opportunity to touch a ray, a shark, as well as shimmering jellyfish. There are programs where youngsters can make wooden sailboats. There
are kid friendly exhibits as well as an array of exciting IMAX programs. Several
times a week during summer, the museum offers 2 hour cruises out to Long Island
Sound where marine biologists take samples and explain the local eco system.
Children also enjoy the daily feeding of the seals that they can view up close.
I am sure that there are
many other museums throughout the United States that offer similar experiences
and would appreciate hearing from readers of other suggestions that we can
mention on this site.
C.2016 J. Margolis
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