One Great Education Vacation

Headed back in time to COLONIAL
WILLIAMSBURG this summer? These kid-friendly experiences will add up to one
revolutionary vacation!

COSTUME RENTAL: Let kids get a visceral
sense of colonial times by stepping into someone else’s shoes, almost
literally. Girls sport simple white lawn dresses (dyes were expensive) while
boys get a haversack and imitation rifle.

APPRENTICE PROGRAM: Kids spend 90 minutes
learning trades like blacksmithing, printing and tailoring by doing them
alongside master craftspeople.

ABBIE ALDRICH ROCKEFELLER FOLK ART MUSEUM: Participate in a hands-on
family workshop, then visit the galleries filled with objects like toys, games
and old-fashioned signs.

BRICKYARD: Get muddy feet and hands by
making bricks, which will be baked in October and then used for all building
done in Colonial Williamsburg.

BENJAMIN POWELL HOUSE: Experience what life was
like for an actual 18th century family. Do chores, play 18th century games and
tour the kitchens and farm in this preserved colonial home.

WILLIAMSBURG LODGE: With less than a
five-minute walk to the heart of the historic area, spacious rooms, four
gorgeous pools and reasonable rates (breakfast included!), this is our family’s
preferred value hotel.

For more info: colonialwilliamsburg.com.

A travel writer and local
mom, Sam Chapnick blogs about kid-friendly things to do in NYC and beyond at
kidcityny.com.

BAMkids

BAMkids presents adventurous art and ideas for young audiences, igniting the imaginations of creative kids ages 3&mdash;11 with a fun and engaging lineup of workshops, movie matinees, and live performances from around the world.

Monster Mini Golf

Upon entering Monster Mini Golf, all perceptions of traditional mini golf will be spirited away by the indoor, 18-hole, monster-theme, glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course! The locations in <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Deer Park</a>, and <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/gardencity/">Garden City, NY</a> invite guests to experience a host of family-oriented fun activities. Whether visiting for the first time or the one hundredth, mini golfers feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf amidst spooktacular monsters and custom, glow-in-the-dark, hand-painted artwork. While testing their skill on the fairways, lively music flows over the course from the unique &ldquo;WEIRD Radio&rdquo; station&rdquo; and an interactive DJ entertains golfers with contests, awarding cool prizes for the wackiest reasons. While the course is challenging enough for adults, it is also quite playable for children. Monster Mini Golf is open year-round and frightfully fun for the entire family. In addition to miniature golf and thrilling arcade and redemption games, the locations offer additional attractions. <a href="https://monsterminigolf.com/deerpark/">Monster Mini Golf in Deer Park, NY</a> offers a Laser Maze and a Virtual Reality experience. The Garden City location offers a Laser Maze, Bowling, and a Virtual Reality Experience. Two very posh, private party rooms are also available and are perfect for any event. Monster Mini Golf looks forward to making it a monstrous success. Monster Mini Golf is indoors, ensuring that the event will always take place, regardless of the weather. It is a climate-controlled, affordable source of family entertainment. For more details please visit <a href="http://monsterminigolf.com">monsterminigolf.com</a> or find them on Facebook.

The Little Gym of Bay Ridge- Bensonhurst

At The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurt, we specialize in unique, educational classes that revolve around active play. We give children a safe and inspiring space to direct their energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. Explore the range of classes we offer at The Little Gym of Bay Ridge-Bensonhurst to find the one that&rsquo;s just right for your child.&nbsp;