Looking for a fun, educational outing with your kids? Check out these family-friendly ongoing attractions happening this month and beyond in the Greater Cleveland/Akron area.
AKRON ART MUSEUM
A Growing Conversation: Artworks From Our Collection. The Haslinger Family Foundation Galleries feature artworks selected from the Museum’s collection of over 7000 objects. The works are arranged by theme, rather than by historical period, resulting in new, unexpected, and exciting connections 1 S. High St., akronartmuseum.org
AKRON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Farm to Table. Kids pick apples, gather eggs and pick vegetables. Next, they buy and sell from each other at the farmer’s market. Lastly they can put on a chef hat and make lunch. Akron Children’s Museum, 216 S. Main St., akronkids.org
AKRON FOSSILS & SCIENCE CENTER
Two Acre Outdoor Play Park. Kids enjoy a 60-foot giant slide, a four-person helicopter swing, a 200-foot zip line, a mini challenge course and an old fashioned merry-go-round. 2080 S. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Copley, akronfossils.com
AKRON ZOO
Penguin Point. Look at the zoo’s Humboldt penguins on land, underwater, at water level and above the water, looking down into the penguin pool. 505 Euclid Ave., Akron, akronzoo.org
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM CLEVELAND
Making Miniatures. Children discover a fascinating collection of dollhouses and search through hands-on play. 3813 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, cmccleveland.org
CLEVELAND BOTANICAL GARDEN
Frost: An Ice-capped Garden Experience. Winter botanical displays, holiday lights and immersive, themed rooms will transport you to an enchanting world. 11030 East Blvd., University Circle, cbgarden.org Through January 5.
CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO
Yagga Tree. A simulated Australian baobab tree and virtual Aussie playground. 3900 Wildlife Way, futureforwildlife.org
THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART
Picturing the Border. Photographs of the US-Mexico borderlands from the 1970s to the present ranging from intimate domestic portraits, to images of border crossings and clashes between migrants and the US border patrol.11150 East Blvd., clevelandart.org Through January 5.
CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Discovering Dunkleosteus Terrelli. Through field and laboratory notes, fossils, 3D models, and more, this special exhibit shares the fascinating story of Dunkleosteus. 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland, cmnh.org Through March 16
GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER
Dogs! A Science Tale. Hands-on exhibition that highlights the dynamic nature of the bond between humans and dogs, and lets you experience the extraordinary way that dogs see, hear, and smell the world. 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, greatscience.com
GREATER CLEVELAND AQUARIUM
Asia and Indonesia Gallery. Entering this gallery almost sends you into a zen serenity, and with those heightened senses, you’ll love seeing some of their newest species – if you can find them! 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, greaterclevelandaquarium.com
LAKE ERIE NATURE & SCIENCE CENTER
Schuele Planetarium. An immersive learning experience through high-resolution, 360 degree images and breathtaking display of stars. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, lensc.org
MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS CLEVELAND
Illusion Rooms & Installations. Immerse yourself into the fascinating world of illusions and let these captivating rooms play tricks on your mind. 186 Euclid Ave., Suite 130, Cleveland, moicleveland.com