Out and About

BUSH-HOLLEY HISTORIC SITE
39 Strickland Road, Cos Cob, CT
(203) 869-6899
www.hstg.org
Located on Cos Cob Harbor , the site features guided tours of Bush- Holley House, circa 1730; a gallery housed in a former village post office, education center and historic gardens. Chiildren’s programs include Scarecrow Festival, creative workshops, family performances & a holiday candlelight open house. Exit 4 off I-95. Tues.-Sun., 12-4 p.m. Free Tuesdays.

THE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
950 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford, CT (860) 231-2824
www.TheChildrensMuseumCT.org
A one-of-a-kind science and nature museum providing rich learning experiences through hands-on exhibits, over 100 live animals, out-of-this-world digital planetarium shows, science demonstrations and a variety of educational programs. We feature the only science-based preschool in Connecticut and the Roaring Brook Nature Center in Canton.

HARRIET BEECHER STOWE CENTER
77 Forest Street, Hartford, CT
(860) 522-9258
www.HarrietBeecherStowe.org
Kid-friendly guided tours of the 1871 Victorian Gothic cottage, home to Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of the anti-slavery novel, Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Grounds include Victorian gardens, Museum Shop, FREE parking. Open Tuesday-Sunday year round; Mondays from Memorial Day-Columbus Day and December.

MOTHER EARTH GALLERY & MINING CO.
806 Federal Rd., Brookfield, CT
(203) 775-6272
www.motherearthcrystals.com
Indoor, authentically re-created mine filled with natural gemstones such as amethyst, calcite, geodes, pyrite, etc., waiting to be unearthed by young miners ages 6 & up. Individual mining available plus programs for birthdays, schools, scouts & groups. At the Gallery . . . minerals, fossils, butterflies, handcrafted jewelry, nature toys, games and more!

NATURE’S ART & DINOSAUR CROSSING
1650 Route 85, Oakdale, CT
(860) 443-4367
www.thedinosaurplace.com
Treat your family to a day of prehistoric fun at Nature’s Art — aka the Dinosaur Place. Indoors enjoy hands-on science and nature activities such as mining for gemstones and excavating a dinosaur skeleton. Outdoors encounter more than 25 life-sized dinosaurs set amid 1.5 miles of walking trails, romp in Monty’s Playground and relax with a tasty ice cream.

Pequot Museum
110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, CT
(800) 411-9671
www.pequotmuseum.org
The Pequot Museum brings to life the Native American and natural history of New England through life-size interactive exhibits, films, cultural workshops, science programs and live performances. Come explore with us!

QUASSY AMUSEMENT PARK
Middlebury, CT 1-800-FOR-PARK
www.quassy.com
Affordable family fun close to home. Rides, “Saturation Station” water play area, entertainment, food, arcade, special events.

RAILROAD MUSEUM OF NEW ENGLAND
P.O. Box 400, Thomaston, CT (860) 283-RAIL
www.rmne.org
Take a scenic one hour ride on the “Naugy” from the Brass Mills of Waterbury through Mattatuck State Forest onto the Thomaston Dam. June-November. Call or e-mail naugatuck.railroad@snet.net for fares, directions and further information or visit www.rmne.org. Ask about our charters.

STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN
303 West Ave., Matthews Park, Norwalk, CT (203) 899-0606
www.steppingstonesmuseum.org
With four main galleries, a toddlers-only gallery and over 100 hands-on activities, Stepping Stones offers visitors plenty to explore and discover. With new exhibit experiences and programs introduced all year long, each visit is truly unique.

STAMFORD MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER
39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT (203) 322-1646
www.stamfordmuseum.org
This 118-acre site includes a working farm with more than 50 animals, 80 miles of walking trails, an observatory, planetarium, art galleries, and natural playground. Many special events offered, including educational programs, seasonal festivals and classes. Open year-round.

YALE PEABODY MUSEUM
170 Whitney Avenue , New Haven , CT
(203) 432-5050
www.peabody.yale.edu
See dinosaur skeletal mounts plus exhibits on the cultures of ancient Egypt , Native Americans, Central and South America, the Pacific Islands , minerals, meteorites, birds of CT, ancient and modern mammals and dioramas of North American habitats. Gift shop, family events, school programs. Exit 3 off I-91. Wheelchair accessible.

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE
263 Golden Hill St. , Bridgeport , CT
(203) 576-1636
www.dtcab.com
Downtown Cabaret Theatre presents the best in musical and performing talent, outstanding artistic and technical effects and the happiest environment of any theatre in the land. Bring your own picnic and refreshments and sit at comfortable tables with friends and family while enjoying great entertainment.

THE EDGERTON CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport, CT (203) 576-1636
www.dtcab.com
The Edgerton Center, a 776-seat theatre located on Sacred Heart University’s Fairfield campus, is dedicated to presenting professional family theatre, with an educational emphasis, to Connecticut’s younger audiences.

PAUL MELLON ARTS CENTER
Choate Rosemary Hall, 333 Christian St. , Wallingford , CT
Box Office: (203) 697-2398 Voice Mailbox: #2398
www.choate.edu/pmac/tickets
Please call the box office for upcoming performance dates and information.

RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE
80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield, CT
(203) 438-5795
www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org
Features live events and the first run movies for children and adults alike. The Children’s Series features nine exciting performances one Saturday per month through May. For information call the box office at 203-438-5795; for a complete listing visit the website.

ARENA AT HARBOR YARD
I-95, Exit 27, Bridgeport, CT (203) 345-2300
www.arenaatharboryard.com
CT’s thriving sports and entertainment destination presenting the finest family entertainment along with the action of AHL. Sound Tigers hockey and Fairfield University NCAA basketball. There are 26 rows from the floor to the top of the seating deck in the 10,000-seat Arena; guests are close to all the event action. There is always something exciting at the Arena at Harbor Yard.

XL CENTER
1 Civic Center Plaza, Hartford, CT
www.hartfordciviccenter.com
Home to the AHL Hartford Wolf Pack, and host to a wide array of family shows, concerts & sporting events. Box Office Info Line: 860-727-8010; Event tickets (Ticketmaster): 860-525-4500; Hartford Wolf Pack tickets & Birthday Parties: 860-548-2000; Hartford Wolf Pack Kid’s Club: 860-246-7825.