Get outside, get some fresh air and enjoy the ageless pastime of kite flying. Here are some of the best open spaces in the area for a soarin' good time.
These local spring break camps give your child an opportunity to get active, get creative and explore new interests.
If your little elves get a little restless between Christmas and New Year’s, register for one of the area’s many fun winter break camps, where kids can skate, explore and create!
EDITOR'S NOTE: The Saint Louis Zoo is temporarily closed to the public until further notice as a precautionary measure against the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). All public and private events as well as educational programs are canceled through at least April 22, 2020. The zoo will determine plans to reopen at a later date. Families can stay connected to the zoo through #BringTheStlZooToYou. Visit the Saint Louis Zoo's website for more information.
It’s no secret that the Saint Louis Zoo is one of the top attractions in the United States, but did you know it’s also a leader in protecting animal habitats around the world? To learn more about the zoo’s conservation efforts, I stopped in for a behind-the-scenes visit at the Penguin and Puffin Coast and chatted with Sydney Oliveira, zoological manager of birds.
EDITOR'S NOTE: This article was originally published in 2018. For more information about current and upcoming exhibits, visit The Magic House website.
When Elizabeth Fitzgerald was in college working toward a degree in education, she was asked to compose her mission statement as a future educator. At that time, she likely had no idea just how far her mission to create a love of learning in children would travel or how many children she would reach.
If the lazy days of summer are beginning to lose their charm and you feel like you’ve visited every attraction in the St. Louis area, take a moment to browse our list of behind-the-scene tours. We hope you discover something new this summer or get to know an old favorite from a different view.
Nestled within one of the most beautiful corridors of Missouri, along the Ozark National Scenic Riverway system, is one of Missouri’s most luxurious state parks. Close enough for a day trip, or perfect for a weekend away, this Missouri treasure is worth a visit.
Do you want to be the queen of your castle, a pirate captaining your own ship, or an explorer heading west? A trip to your local playground could be the perfect background for your next adventure. New playgrounds are popping up everywhere and are becoming more imaginative than ever. Have you ever wondered where the ideas for these cool playgrounds come from, or who is behind building your favorite park? We met up with Natalie Mackay, founder of Unlimited Play, to learn a little more about the design process of building playgrounds and how Unlimited Play is working with communities to make sure children of all abilities have the opportunity to play.