Learn through play this summer in Washington, DC. Study fossils at the National Museum of Natural History, shine on stage at the Discovery Theater, or go wild at Smithsonian's National Zoo.
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Learn through play this summer in Washington, DC. Study fossils at the National Museum of Natural History, shine on stage at the Discovery Theater, or go wild at Smithsonian's National Zoo.
Dig up the past at the National Museum of Natural History. Your kids will love to examine a wide variety of artifacts, such as a dinosaur skeleton that towers above at 80 feet tall. Encourage the marine scientist in your children as they examine a prehistoric white shark or excavate history with a 45 carat jewel named the Hope Diamond. With so many exhibits, there's bound to be something fun for everyone.
Dive into the magic at the Discovery Theater. This delightful center features all kinds of culturally-centered theater entertainment for children of all ages. Learn about a trickster coyote at Coyote Mischief Tales, or discover the magical folklore of Asia at Tigers, Dragons, and other Wise Tails. Shows rotate on a monthly basis, and with a variety of arts from dancing to puppetry exhibited, your family will want to visit more than once to see it all.
Walk on the wild side at Smithsonian's National Zoo. A haven for animal lovers of all kinds, your family will not be able to pass up a location that is open 364 days of the year and boasts a free entrance fee. Encourage your children to think like a scientist as they study the animals at the Kid's Farm, watch an elephant feeding demo, and see a sea lion clap its flippers and talk. Guided tours feature vantage points from bridges and barns and the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the newest part of the zoo.
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