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Daily Activity Ideas   Field Trip Ideas   Playgrounds Activity Ideas Field Trip Ideas Aquariums and Zoos Museums Parks and Places American Zoo and Aquarium Association American Zoo and Aquarium Association. Find a Zoo or Aquarium near you. Aquariums Come to this site and find an Aquarium near you. The Around the World Zoo There are many zoo web sites on the Internet. This one is unique because it is made by students for students. They choose what animals to include. Students from around the world send in animals to add to the zoo. Lincoln Park Zoo Lincoln Park Zoo is everyone's zoo. Although it is among the oldest zoological gardens in the country (established in 1868), it also is among the most modern-a leader in wildlife conservation, community education and recreation. National Fish Hatcheries Visit hatcheries in the southeastern United States. San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Wildlife Park There is always something new at the World- Famous San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Wild Animal Park. Find out about the latest happenings, new babies, special events, and new exhibits. Smithsonian National Zoological Park Visit the National Zoo in Washington DC on-line; it's almost as good as being there. Toledo Zoo Often referred to as "America's Most Complete Zoo" because of its unique combination of animals, buildings, and natural habit styled exhibits; this cherished Toledo legacy was founded in 1900 with the donation of one small woodchuck to the Toledo Park Superintendent, who placed it in a cage in Walbridge Park. Back to top Anacostia Museum and Center for African American History and Culture The Anacostia Museum and Center for African American History and Culture identifies, documents, protects, and interprets the African American experience. The museum also looks at contemporary urban issues including housing, transportation, health care, and their impact upon the African American community. Children's Museum of Indianapolis The Children's Museum in Indianapolis has many great exhibits for children who like art, dance, and music. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis even has great ideas for teachers who are looking for ways to expand their knowledge of communication with children in various ways Field Museum of Natural History Take an e-field trip and work alongside Field Museum scientists to preserve our environment. Franklin Institute Science Museum The Franklin Institute Science Museum has a century's worth of scientific instruments in storage. Each month, "inQuiry Attic" offers an online exploration of an object from the collections. Step into the Attic and explore the treasures. Freer Gallery of Art The Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery form the national museum of Asian art at the Smithsonian Institution. This web site for education has two sections: an area for teachers and another for families and children. Teachers will find curriculum materials that can be retrieved directly from this site and materials that can be ordered and purchased through our museum shop. Information about tours for school groups and workshops for teachers is also included. History Museums A great site that will help you find a history museum near you Library of Congress Online versions of exhibitions at the Library of Congress are linked permanently to this web site. Museums Around The World This page includes an eclectic collection of World Wide Web services connected with museums around the world. The museums on this site categorized by country/continent. Museums Galore Whether you and your children are interested in art, music, history, natural history, science, technology, or a specific topic such as baseball, dollhouses, gems, or spaceships--chances are there's a museum somewhere just waiting for you. Museums not only differ by their collections but also how you learn from them. Find out how to make the most of local museums. NASA Are you interested in seeing a space launch? Want some background information so your class can have a space launch? Visit this site for the history and the future of the United States Space program. National Air and Space Museum The Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum (NASM) maintains the largest collection of historic air and spacecraft in the world. It is also a vital center for research into the history, science, and technology of aviation and space flight. Located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., the Museum has hundreds of artifacts on display including the original Wright 1903 Flyer, the "Spirit of St. Louis," Apollo 11 command module, and a Lunar rock sample that visitors can touch. Try out the Interactive Museum Map to learn more about the displays. National Museum of American Art Click on "Education" to visit the Smithsonian American Art Museum's Kid's Corner-an interactive art room for children. Kids can look at art in fun new ways. They will meet new friends in stories, and make art of their own. Afterward, kids will understand and value American art a bit more. National Museum of Natural History The National Museum of Natural History is dedicated to understanding the natural world and our place in it. You can visit their Electronic Field Trips-some are appropriate for preschool children, others can serve as background information for staff to prepare appropriate activities. National Postal Museum The National Postal Museum's six major exhibit galleries explore the rich variety of America's postal history. For an update on new and changing exhibits go to What's New. Live around the Washington DC area? Did you know they have field trips for children 2-4? The site has on line exhibits that you can visit or set up for the kids to explore. Science Museums An easy way to find a science museum near you. Web Museum If this is one of your first trips on the web, you may want to start exploring on Web Museum. Web Museum has lots of fun pictures for children of all ages so don't waste time--come take a tour of the Web Museum. Back to top Active Parks Search for recreation sites and local and state parks in your area. Fish and Wildlife Service Find out about fish and wildlife programs, volunteers, or view the wetlands in your neighborhood. Indiana Department of Natural Resources Link to a List of Critter's & Such, Recreation Pages, Environmental Organizations, Nature's Playhouse (Kid's Links) Environmental Education, Flora & Fauna, Endangered Species, Animal Pictures Water Links, and a Government Search. Introduction to the Australian National Botanic Gardens Ever hear a kookaburra laugh? The call of this bird is one of the most famous sounds of the Australian bush. You can listen to the calls of the kookaburra, the currawong, the peewee, and a bunch of other very strange birds at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Birds love the gardens because it's a safe place, filled with lots of native plants and habitats that give them food and shelter. National Parks Find a National Park near you! National Park Directory Locate National Parks across the country. Search by location or interest area. New York City The New York City Government has been opened up to help you get the most out of the government you pay for. Visit "Your Guide to the Arts, Parks & Culture: New York's Animal Kingdom". US Forest Service Explore the National Forests, see what goes on out in the wild, or check out the planning for the 2002 Olympics. Visit the National Parks by State Connect to a National Park in your state or one across the country. Great for kids' research or for adults planning trips. Back to top