Imagine That! 11 Spots Where Creative Kids Can Play Pretend

In a land not so far away there are awesome places for all day imaginary play.

By Allison Sutcliffe July 26, 2017

Forget “playing” dress-up. Your sidekick sports her creative get-up anywhere and everywhere. Because for her, pretend play isn’t reserved for playtime; it’s a way of life. Celebrate her super-sized imagination at museums and parks that take it to the next level. Flip through to find spots where your kiddo can dream of being president, take to the seas pirate style, go on safari and more!

POTUS-in-Training at The Magic House Museum – St. Louis, Mo

Got a budding politician just itching to lay down the law? At the Magic House's Star Spangled Center, kids can sign the Declaration of Independence, vote at an electronic voting booth, and sit at a replica Oval Office Desk (Be sure to snap a pic—these staged presidential moments are made for sharing). Once you're there, be sure to visit some of the museum's other cool exhibits, including the Jack and the Beanstalk Climber, which allows kids to safely climb up and down three full floors.

Online: magichouse.org

photo: The Magic House