Visiting the Children's Museum
Children will delight in visiting the Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Activities include digging for dinosaur bones, learning how blown glass is made and taking a step back in time to the "Age of Steam." Story Avenue and Playscape are activities designed specifically for pre-schoolers. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis welcomes large group outings and school field trips.
Children's Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, In 46208
317-334-3322
childrensmuseum.org
Ice Skating at Ellenberger Park
Ellenberger Park Ice Rink offers speed skating as well as public skating periods. It also offers adult and youth broomball leagues. Ice skating lessons are also available. A concession stand is on site. The facility may be reserved for birthday parties or family reunions.
Ellenberger Park Ice Rink
5301 E. St. Clair
Indianapolis, In 46201
317-327-7176
Eyes Open Basketball
Eyes Open Basketball is open to males in sixth through 12th grades. Youth will participate in basketball games, presentations, group discussions and a study hall. There is no cost to participate in this program.
Eyes Open Ministries
P.O. Box 24052
Indianapolis, In 46224
317-313-3996
eomindy.org/4701.html
Gondola Rides on the Indianapolis Canal
Ride in a gondola like those found in Venice, Italy. You will be serenaded while a guide paddles you through the canal past downtown Indianapolis. These boat rides are available from May until September each year, and dinner may also be served on one of the gondolas with advance registration.
Gondola Rides on the Indianapolis Canal
450 W. Ohio St.
Indianapolis, IN 46202
317-491-4835
4gondola.com
Visiting the Indianapolis Zoo
The Indianapolis Zoo has animal exhibits, an aquarium and a botanical garden. It also offers a dolphin program that affords visitors the chance to see dolphin training up-close and even don wet suits and accompany the trainers in a small pool. Here they can meet dolphins face to face. There are also rides at the zoo, including pony rides, a carousel and White River Junction Train.
Indianapolis Zoo
1200 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46222
317-630-2001
indianapoliszoo.com
Indianapolis Marion County Public Library
The Indianapolis Marion County Public Library offers a number of classes for children, including computer classes, women's history exhibits and an international explorer program. Baby story time is given at the Irvington Branch, while family story time is presented at the Eagle Branch. There are play dates at the Fountain Square Branch. While you are here, check out a book or video to take home.
Indianapolis Marion County Public Library
P.O. Box 211
Indianapolis, In 46206
317-275-4100
imcpl.org
