Animal Encounters

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Enjoy a Season of Wonder at Christmas at the Zoo

Indy's Child Staff -
Christmas at the Zoo features new experiences, more lights and more nights than ever this year. The event kicks off Nov. 23 and continues...
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Guides

Where to Find Horseback Riding and Pony Rides in Indianapolis

Indy's Child Staff -
Central Indiana is home to lots of trails, and where there's trails, there's also trail riding. Hopping on a horse and taking a horseback...
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Things To Do

Visit with Adoptable Cats at Pawz Pet Cafe in Carmel

Nicole Sipe -
Calling all kitty lovers: Carmel has its first cat cafe! Pawz Pet Cafe is the purrr-fect place to meet and play with cats in...
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Blog

Discover Black Pine Animal Sanctuary: A Unique Sanctuary in Northeast Indiana

Indy's Child Staff -
Just a 2.5-hour drive from Indianapolis, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary in northeast Indiana offers animal lovers a unique day trip destination. This sanctuary prioritizes...
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Museums

Conner Prairie: Your Ultimate Guide to This Must-See Living History Museum

Indy's Child Staff -
Combining history and science, Conner Prairie delivers a unique experience, allowing visitors to explore Indiana's rich past. This museum has many interactive exhibits, both...
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Hidden Gems

Fishers AgriPark: Part Urban Farm, Part Park

Steffy McCourt -
Fishers AgriPark just might be my favorite hidden gem. I loved it because we went home with free produce, and my son loved it because...
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Exploring the Midwest

Worth the Drive: Fair Oaks Farms

Nicole Sipe -
In the heart of Indiana is Fair Oaks Farms, a working farm that combines education, food, and lots of fun for families. Located just...
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Indiana Day Trips

12 Unique Animal Encounters in Central Indiana

Melissa Gibson -
Most children love animals: Their wet noses, soft fur, and sometimes silly antics can provide hours of fun and education. It's fun to see...
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Indiana Day Trips

Drive-Thru Safari at Wilstem Wildlife Park

Nicole Sipe -
One of the most fun activities my family and I have experienced recently is the drive-thru safari at Wilstem Wildlife Park in Paoli, Indiana....
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Exploring the Midwest

Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo

Trisha Brand -
Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo is a wildlife park, home to a wide variety of animals from all over the world. From kangaroos and...
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