Photo: Stratford School

When you hear the words “summer slide,” what pictures come to mind? A water slide at the pool? A park slide on a hot day? Sunshine and summer fun?  Summer Slide is a term often used to describe the tendency for students to decline in achievement gains during the summer months when school is not in session. Fortunately, there are many ways to prevent the summer slide, including reading.

At Stratford School, we believe that reading plays a critical role in warding off summer learning loss by prompting critical thinking, building language skills, introducing new vocabulary and more. When children keep reading, they keep learning. We have curated a list of books by grade that will keep your kids turning the pages in between their playtimes. Enjoy!

Kindergarten

The Last Peach by Gordon Gus: The story of two indecisive bugs contemplating eating the last peach of the summer in a hilarious picture book about anticipation and expectation. Summer’s almost over, and there’s one peach left. There’s also one big question in the air: Should someone eat it? What if it’s rotten inside? But what if it’s juicy? Should the bug who saw it first get to eat it? Should both bugs share it with their friends? Will anyone eat the peach?! EVER?!? A fun book to read together and the ending will surprise everyone.

First Grade

Scribble Stones by Diane Alber: A heartwarming story about a little stone who was able to spread kindness to the world! This story starts off with a little stone who thinks he will become something amazing but then soon realizes he had become a dull paperweight. He’s on a mission to become something greater and in the process meets scribble and splatter and they all come up with a creative way to bring joy to thousands of people.

Second Grade

The Invisible String by Patrice Karst: A comforting story about two siblings who learn that everyone has an invisible string that connects them to everyone they love, anywhere, anytime. You are never alone. The people who love you here and those who have passed away are never far because if you tug on this invisible string they can feel it in their hearts. This is a remarkable message for children who feel lonely, scared, anxious, worried, etc. and this reassuring feeling could help a child cope with a variety of issues from everyday things, like a storm, to serious issues, like the death of a friend or parent. The illustrations are done in soothing watercolors and the simple lines highlight the facial expressions and feelings of the characters.

Third Grade

One-Third Nerd by Gennifer Choldenko: A funny story about a lovable family and the best dog ever from the Newbery Honor-winning author of Al Capone Does My Shirts and the Tales from Alcatraz series. Fifth grade is not for amateurs, according to Liam. Liam lives in the Bay area near San Francisco with his mom and two younger sisters. Dakota is fascinated by science and has a big personality but struggles to make friends; Izzy, a child with Down syndrome, makes friends easily, and notices things that go past everyone else. And then there’s Cupcake, their lovable German shepherd, who guards their basement apartment. Recently, Cupcake has a problem—she’s peeing in the house. The kids need to make enough money to take her to the vet before their landlord upstairs finds out. And Mom and Dad have said if Cupcake doesn’t stop, they will find her a new home. But the kids will never let Cupcake go. Can they save her?

Fourth Grade

The Serpent’s Secret by Sayantani DasGupta (series): On the morning of her twelfth birthday, Kiranmala is just a regular sixth grader living in Parsippany, New Jersey until her parents mysteriously vanish and a drooling rakkhosh demon slams through her kitchen, determined to eat her alive. Suddenly, Kiran is swept into another dimension full of magic, winged horses, moving maps, and annoying, talking birds. There she must solve riddles and battle demons all while avoiding the Serpent King of the underworld and the Rakkhoshi Queen in order to find her parents and basically save New Jersey, her entire world, and everything beyond it. There are two more books in this fun series, so get ready to spend a lot of time reading!

Fifth Grade

Clean Getaway by Nic Stone: Set against the backdrop of the segregation history of the American South, take a trip with this New York Times bestseller and an eleven-year-old boy who is about to discover that the world hasn’t always been a welcoming place for kids like him, and things aren’t always what they seem—his G’ma included. Great for kids studying civil rights.

Middle School

War Stories by Gordon Korman: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Restart, a story of telling truth from lies —and finding out what being a hero really means. There are two things Trevor loves more than anything else: playing war-based video games and his great-grandfather Jacob, who is a true-blue, bona fide war hero. At the height of the war, Jacob helped liberate a small French village and was given a hero’s welcome upon his return to America. Now it’s decades later, and Jacob wants to retrace the steps he took during the war—from training to invasion to the village he is said to have saved. Trevor thinks this is the coolest idea ever. But as they get to the village, Trevor discovers there’s more to the story than what he’s heard his whole life, causing him to wonder about his great-grandfather’s heroism, the truth about the battle he fought, and the importance of genuine valor.

Keira Pride is the Head Librarian at Stratford School, the leading independent private school founded with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional, educational foundation for children. As Stratford's Head Librarian, she manages the library services department across campuses throughout Northern and Southern California. 

LEGO lovers know that the sky’s the limit when it comes to building—you can bring any idea to life with those bricks. We’ve rounded up some seriously cool LEGO creations that will have your jaw on the floor, from feats of architecture like the US Capitol to artistic pieces that belong in a museum. Just read on to see what all the fuss is about.

US Capitol

LEGOLAND California

At LEGOLAND California, you’ll find lots of jaw-dropping creations made by master builders. This replica of the US Capitol in Washington D.C. is one of our favorites, complete with a marching band and tourists milling around in front of the building.

Santa Claus

LEGOLAND California

Another gem from LEGOLAND California, you can get up close and personal with Santa and his reindeer during the holiday season. There’s enough room in the sleigh for a memorable photo op.

Brick Builder Waterfall

LEGO

This eye-popping creation can be found at the newly opened LEGO House in Billund, Denmark. The waterfall crashes down into a play area that’s filled with LEGO bricks for visitors to build with. Ahem, excuse us while we book our flights to Denmark.

Dinosaur

LEGO

In LEGO House’s Masterpiece Gallery, you’ll find amazing creations like this one by expert builders. This ferocious dino is just one piece from the gallery’s rotating collection.

Tree of Creativity

LEGO

The Tree of Creativity is the centerpiece of LEGO House, and for a good reason—it’s 50 feet tall and packed with intricate details and fun surprises. Made from more than six million LEGO bricks, this piece is wow-worthy from every angle.

Michelangelo's David

Leon via flickr

Who said you can’t make real art with LEGO bricks? This recreation of Michelangelo’s David sculpture, from the Art of the Brick exhibition in London, is a masterpiece in its own right.

Cherry Pie

Bill Ward via flickr

How funny is this little LEGO cherry pie? Bill Ward created it in celebration of Pi Day, and it (almost) looks good enough to eat.

Giant Wasp

Scott McLeod via flickr

Spotted at Reiman Gardens in Ames, Iowa, this giant wasp is seriously impressive (and a little intimidating). At least no one needs to worry about being stung!

Kids on a Bench

acklee via flickr

This cool sculpture was created for the opening of a new LEGO Store in Edmonton, Canada. We love how it captures the movement of two siblings—spilled ice cream and all.

Lush Jungle

Ian Roberts via flickr

This intricate jungle landscape was on display at BrickCon 2014. With a wooden bridge, hidden pools and a rickety tree house, this creation holds enough details to tell an entire story.

Ironman Hulkbuster vs. Hulk

Heather Paul via flickr

This one's for all the little Avengers fanatics! At Comic-Con 2015, folks got to see an amazing LEGO recreation of the big fight between the Hulk and Ironman’s Hulkbuster armor. It took Master Builders 575 hours to design and build the Hulkbuster, using 78,083 bricks, with another 200 hours and 22,560 bricks to create Mr. “Smash” himself.

Beatles

Simon Q via flickr

The Art of the Brick LEGO exhibition is a can’t miss for LEGO-lovers, and this particular sculpture is ob-la-di ob-la-da amazing. When the exhibition arrived in the UK, visitors were treated to a special section dedicated to British culture—including a life-size model of the Fab Four, crafted by Nathan Sawaya.

Mount Rushmore

Rob Young via flickr

We’d like to think the founding fathers would be fully on board with this tribute. If you ever decide to take your LEGO touring to international levels, don’t miss out on the UK’s LEGOLAND Windsor, where an American monument gets the full building block treatment. It’s the largest model in the park, with a whopping 1.5 million LEGO bricks.

X-Wing Starfighter

Pascal via flickr

Raise your lightsaber if you’re a wannabe Jedi! Star Wars fans and Wookiees alike will be amazed by this out-of-this-world, full-scale X-Wing Fighter, the largest LEGO model in history. At 11 feet tall with a 44-foot wingspan, it’s 42 times the size of the commercial LEGO set you can build at home and was created to promote the animated series The Yoda Chronicles. Super impressive, it is.

Yankee Stadium

Eric via flickr

Take me out to the miniature ballgame, take me out to the crowd! At the 2014 New Jersey Brickfair, people got a chance to see a whole other side of the Yankee Stadium, thanks to LEGO pro Sean Kenney. It was made over the course of three years, with the help of a Manhattan grade schooler, and it even features over 1,700 "microscale people."

Victorians

Fiid Williams via flickr

You might just leave your heart in this LEGOLAND version of San Francisco. If you visit LEGOLAND California, keep an eye out for SF’s famous Victorian Houses. They’re part of a whole San Francisco-scape that includes cable cars, Pier 39 and even the sounds of sea lions.

Bison

Scott McLeod via flickr

Have you herd about these LEGO bison? A few years ago, they were some of 27 amazing LEGO sculptures created by Sean Kenney and a team as part of the touring Nature Connects LEGO exhibit. They started off at Iowa’s Reiman Gardens and will be moving around the country for the next few years, so don’t miss ‘em!

Statue of Liberty

ccho via flickr

Created by Nathan Sawaya and featured in The Art of the Brick exhibition, this Lady Liberty is more than just a still statue. We love how dynamic this LEGO sculpture is—clearly, it was made with a lot of heart.

T-Rex

Simon Q via flickr

How terrific is this T-Rex? It’s yet another highlight of The Art of the Brick exhibition and clocks in at 80,000 LEGO pieces and a 20-foot length. Ol’ Rex also took an entire summer to build, each bone pieced together bit by bit. Talk about a LEGO creation for the history books!

Batman and Gang

Loren Javier via flickr

Holy building blocks, Batman! These life-size LEGO sculptures of the Joker, Batman and Robin were spotted back at the 2013 Comic-Con, which is always chock-full of LEGO reveals and displays.

Eiffel Tower

Jared via flickr

Sin City meets the Sunshine State! Located in LEGOLAND Florida, this Eiffel Tower stands tall at an impressive 13 feet. But instead of a Parisian influence, it's actually part of a LEGO recreation of the Vegas strip that also includes the MGM Grand, the Venetian, and even the iconic balloon sign.

M.C. Escher's "Impossible Staircase"

Andrew Lipson

The creator of this LEGO build, Andrew Lipson, truly got into the topsy-turvy spirit of M.C. Escher's famous Relativity drawing. You can get a glimpse of how this crazy 3D version was constructed by clicking here.

The Star Wars Organ

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Hoth, Tatooine, Endor and the Death Star are all represented on this musical masterpiece. When the organ is turned, the carefully placed bricks touch mechanical sensors and the iconic Star Wars theme is played. Find out more here.

Woody & Buzz

Pop Culture Geek via Flickr

How do you take a LEGO creation to infinity and beyond? Make it a tribute to one of the best Pixar duos around. The movie versions of these pals may be tiny toys, but in LEGO stores across America, they get the extra-large treatment (Yet another reason to make a trip to your closest LEGO source ...).

Brickley the Sea Serpent

daryl_mitchell via Flickr

Brickley the smiley sea serpent has appeared at many LEGO Stores around the world. Sometimes he's found winding his way in and out of rooms, and until a few years ago, he hung out in the waters of Disney World. He's made of over 170,000 blocks and even inspired a fun mini version.

— Abigail Matsumoto & Susie Foresman

 

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Today Is #Serpent Day
Adder girl!
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You say “snake” like it’s a bad thing. Follow our guide to being more snake-like and you’ll be thanking us by morning.

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Legend has it several lakes are home to S.O.U.S. (Serpents of Unusual Size).

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This adorable button snake helps kids learn manual dexterity, and it’s easy to make!

{ Today’s ideas brought to you by Cobras }

OK, we know how horrifying it is to see Halloween decorations in drugstores right now and we are against super-early hype for holidays. BUT! We want your family to get into the best stuff this fall and all year ’round, and tickets go on sale this week for a few similar, extremely popular (and quite spectacular) Halloween-season to-dos. So not only will you not get shut out, you’ll get your pick of the best times and dates. P.S.: tickets must be purchased in advance, so mark your calendar and then hop to it!

photo: via Great Jack-o-Lantern Blaze Facebook page

The Great Jack-o-Lantern Blaze
One of the highlights of the fall season in Westchester, Croton-on-Hudson’s Great Jack-o-Lantern Blaze at Van Corlandt Manor sold out completely last year.

The event, which takes place at an historic 18th-century riverside property, features 7,000 illuminated jack-o-lanterns, all designed and individually carved on site.

Visitors stroll a meandering path and encounter visually stunning carved-pumpkin sculptures including  a giant sea serpent, a “Pumpkin Zee Bridge”, a color-changing “Pumpkin Planetarium,” dinosaurs of all sizes such as T-Rex, brontosaurus, triceratops, and flying pterodactyl and the region’s “superstar” the Headless Horseman.

The experience is further enhanced by produced sound effects, elaborate synchronized lighting and an original soundtrack by recording artist Richard Christy.

photo: Great Jack-o-Lantern Blaze Facebook page

Tickets go on sale: September 1

Cost: Adults: $20; kids 3 – 17: $16; Saturdays adults: $25; kids: $20

Dates: Sept. 30; Oct. 1-2, 7-10, 13-16, 19-31; Nov. 3-6, 10-13

Van Cortlandt Manor
Croton-on-Hudson
914-366-6900
Online: hudsonvalley.org

photo: RISE of the Jack O’ Lanterns

RISE of the Jack O’Lanterns
RISE of the Jack O’ Lanterns is another illuminated pumpkin extravaganza, which has been wowing NYC-area residents for the past five years at Old Westbury Gardens in Old Westbury New York. For 2016, the event is also making a stop in New Jersey, at the Meadowlands Exposition Center.

What’s especially nice for prospective visitors about RISE is that one location (Old Westbury) takes place outside, while the other (The Meadowlands) is an indoor affair. (It takes place rain or shine, so that may be a consideration.)

photo: via Rise of the Jack-o-Lanterns Facebook page

The RISE of the Jack O’Lanterns features 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins displayed along a scenic walking path with a musical score accompaniment. Expect large-scale sculptures of creatures such as dinosaurs and dragons, safari animals and even some Star Wars icons, as well as jack-o-lantern art of characters from American pop culture. Also new this year, the event is doubling the number of 100-pound pumpkins on display; artists spend 10-15 hours on these giant glowing masterpieces, and visitors can see the carving in action during the show.

RISE of the Jack O’ Lanterns Old Westbury Gardens

Tickets go on sale: September 6

Cost: $26/adults; $22/kids & seniors

Dates: Fri., Oct. 7 – Sun., Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Fri. Oct. 14 – Sun., Oct 16, 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Thurs., Oct. 20 – Sun. Oct. 23, 6 – 10:30 p.m.; Thurs., Oct 27 – Sun., Oct. 30, 6 – 1-:30 p.m.

Old Westbury Gardens
71 Old Westbury Rd.
Old Westbury, Ny
1-516-252-3392
Online: therise.org

RISE of the Jack O’ Lanterns Meadowlands

Tickets go on sale: September 6

Cost: $26/adults; $22/kids & seniors

Dates: Thurs., Oct. 27- Sun., Oct. 30; 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.

355 Plaza Dr.
Secaucus, Nj
1-516-252-3392
Online: therise.org

Has your family checked out the Great Jack-o-Lantern Blaze or RISE of the Jack O’ Lanterns? Let us know in the comments!

—Mimi O’Connor

Today Is National Serpent Day

Slither on.

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This is no ordinary day. First up, you’ll need our handy guide for transforming your children into snakes.

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When it comes to serpents, these legendary giant sea snakes will have you thinking twice the next time you go jump in a lake.

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With just a few strips of paper you can whip up a paper-chain snake to charm any child.

{ Today’s ideas brought to you by Kaa  }

Highland Park has loads to explore with a mix of funky, historic and new cafes, restaurants, vintage shops and boutiques everywhere. But it’s always been a bit lacking in the “places for kids to play” department. No longer! The oh-so-hip enclave has reclaimed an old lot and created a brand new space for the kids to roam, right in the center of it all.

Making the Most of a Little Pocket
York Park was built on the site of a former gas station at the corner of York Boulevard and Avenue 50. The $3 million parklet covers just  a third of an acre, but is a little pocket of wonder the whole family can enjoy. The planners of this new park, which opened in late February, certainly made the most of every inch. While you won’t find much in the way of grass, the space is covered with a bright teal and orange, shock-absorbent surface and two main play surfaces.

Slither Down
One of the main hubs is a towering snake slide. Your explorer can climb up the ladder (spotting may be needed for toddlers) and slither down to emerge from the serpent’s mouth. Kids seem to be obsessed with fitting just as many bodies in there as possible so if you have a little one, make sure the space is clear.

Urban Forest
Once the kids have escaped the belly of the snake, they can hit the mini forest that resembles a hollowed out tree trunk. The unit is complete with a slide (it’s a fast one), monkey bars and three climbing surfaces. Adventurers can scale rocks to the top of the tree or slink across a rope web, super-hero style. Or, if they want a little space on the ground, they can retreat to the base of the tree trunk and hide out for a while.

Outdoor Symphony
If you have a musician on your hands, they’ll love the huge, community-style musical play equipment. There is a  xylophone, colorful bongo-style drums and 8 foot chimes that brings a bit of serenity to the active scene. Parents can sit in the mini amphitheater and take in the musical experimentation (that is if you’re not tempted to jump in and play yourself).

Get Fit
If the entire family wants to get moving, the park is outfitted with low-impact exercise equipment. You can get your legs swinging on the elliptical or do a few arm presses while you hang out. The kiddos treat these like an extension of the playground, so keep an eye out for falls if you can’t quell their fascination.

Get Reading
After all of this fun, everyone might be in the mood for a little stillness. What better way than a book? York Park brings everything full circle with a free community library where everyone is free to borrow (and donate) a good read.

Eats and Extras
Beyond play surfaces, there are also several benches, tables and chairs and the seats at the amphitheater, if you’d like to enjoy snack time or lunch in the park. The park is also surrounded by a lovely metal gate that makes for a lot less worry during play time. No escaping for little Houdini’s on this busy block! While there are a few trees planted, the playground is lacking shade so bring sunblock and consider heading there in the morning or early evening while it’s cooler. Also, the playground is on York and Avenue 50, so there are lots of food (including an old-fashioned ice cream truck most days), drink and shopping options to complete the outing. We’re partial to any excuse to visit Donut Friend, a mere block away.  There are also spacious public restrooms and water fountains on site.

Plenty O’ Parking
Street parking is free though some streets have two hour limits. And keep an eye out for restrictions on street cleaning days. If you want to keep it simple, there are also pay-to-park lots with ample spaces adjacent to the park.

York Park
4596 N. Ave 50
Highland Park
There’s no website for this neighborhood park, just GPS the address and head on over.

We love little neighborhood parks!  Do you have a favorite?  Do you know about a hidden gem?  Let us know in the comment section below!

—written and photos by LeTania Kirkland

You’ve likely heard of ol’ Nessie, the famous serpent of Loch Ness, Scotland. But what about those creepy cryptids of more local lore? Read on for the story of 3 serpents that may be lurking in a large body of water somewhere near you.
photo: Don Shall via flickr

Champ of Lake Champlain, Vermont/New York
Known affectionately as Champ or Champie by the locals, sightings of “record” date back to pre-contact Iroquois. In 1609 Samual de Champlain (after whom the lake is named) mentioned the creature in an early chronicle of the area. Towns around Lake Champlain sport Champ on their businesses, playgrounds and one town, Port Henry, New York, even celebrates Champ Day every August.

Mishipashoo of Lake Superior
Sometimes Mishipishu or Mishipizheu among other spellings the Ojibway word for Great Water Lynx or Great Water Cat” which is depicted as a beast with a spiked tail. Mishipishu is often blamed for water-related accidents from shipwrecks to canoe tipping. Near Presque Isle locals lay claim to Pressie, the sea serpent that lives nearby.

Willatuk of Lake Washington, Seattle
Seattle’s own version of a sea monster is said to live deep in the waters of Lake Washington and is the subject of several books and even a 2012 feature films. The Wonkatilla, native to the region, worshipped the giant aquatic beast claiming it saved lives. They dubbed it Willatuk. Sightings continue today.

Do you have a local legend or sea monster where you live? Tell us about it in the comments!

Do you routinely unearth a variety of treasures (absolutely not trash!) from your little one’s coat pockets or find odd and ends stuffed in his car seat? Then load your curious collector in the car and head directly to the Washington State History Museum’s latest and greatest exhibit based on the children’s story—Ernest Oglby Punkweiler and the Fabulous-Miraculous Time Intrusionator. Your little packrat will love the colorful and cool caboodle of exhibits celebrating all that is awesome about history, creativity and the power of imagination.

The Tale Behind the Teapot
“Ssset a spell, and I will tell you a story.” So begins the fantastical adventure of 4th grader Ernest Oglby Punkweiler, a curious, lonely boy with boundless imagination, who sometimes feels like he just doesn’t fit in. His mom has gotten so frustrated with his frequent disappearances that she refuses to take him to the zoo or the aquarium, and even the art museum had him banned. (Sound familiar, exasperated mama?) But his isolation doesn’t hold him back, so when he comes across an old gas station shaped like a teapot (a nod to Tacoma’s much loved and world-famous Bob’s Java Jive, perhaps?) and notes the old man hanging a sign that says “Curiosities Unbound” from the tooth of a blue-green dragon, well, what do you think he does next?

He walks inside, of course! And you and your curious kiddo can too as you step through the doorway and enter the exhibit. Within the walls of the eclectic teapot, you, like Ernest, will find curiosities aplenty, from a cabinet of odd creatures to a collection of old cameras (a clue as to how Ernest starts his travels) to an umbrella-tailed serpent who talks. As you amble through the eccentricities, your mini me can listen to the story unfold over the speakers as you read the descriptions to give you clues to how Ernest eventually becomes the next “Keeper of Time.”

The Adventure Continues
This kid-tastic exhibit continues in the next room, featuring excerpts from Ernest’s eventual travels through time and space as The Keeper. These interactive and photo-op worthy art displays feature a variety of local and national locations for Ernest’s 70 years of “intrusionated” visits, from a 1939 encounter with a sea serpent floating in Puget Sound (Hiyitl’iik of the Mahousat people of the Northwest Coast) to a 1961 stop at a garbage dump in Ozette, Washington (fighting against planned obsolescence), all places where young Ernest intrusionates to gather tokens of his travels for future generations.

Each display is by a different, talented artist, and your kiddo can explore to his heart’s content, from saying cheese as a member of a merry band of refrigerated aliens (illustrator Mike Cressy’s Space Buddies) to a cozy corner chair where he can settle in with a copy of the Time Intrusionator. Adults and kids alike will love becoming Keepers of Time right alongside the book’s inquisitive hero.

Be on the Lookout
Ernest Oglby Punkweiler and the Fabulous-Miraculous Time Intrusionator is a fantastical adventure that blends history and fantasy in a way that leaves you wishing for more. Be sure to keep an eye on the calendar for more Intrusionator-related events, including gallery talks on June 6 and August 1, 2014 and check out the Answers from the Keeper blog. You don’t want to miss out on this fun chance to make history buffs out of every member of your menagerie.

Keep on Learning
Good news, history addicts! The Museum also hosts several more kid-friendly exhibits, from an awesome model train for your littlest engineer to the History Lab, where little monkeys and their mamas can learn about the “olden days” of Washington State. Go on a museum treasure hunt, ride a real oxen cart or click on videos of the Mt. St. Helens eruption and the Kingdome demolition as you fill your head with fun facts about the 42nd state.

Discounts and Deals
Check out all Tacoma has to offer by purchasing a Tacoma Museum Pass which gets you into the WSHM, Museum of Glass, and Tacoma Art Museum for just $25 ($20 for students). Make a day of it!

Historic Happy Hour
Hungry after all that history? Walk next door to Anthem, where you can grab kid-friendly food like hand-crafted pizza and bagels while you sip a white mocha or a glass of vino during their all-day-Sunday and weekdays 3 p.m.-6 p.m. happy hours. Order to go and take in the views of the Chihuly Museum of Glass or historic Union Station while you nosh. (You can thank us for the tip later—we like our mochas iced.)

Washington State History Museum
1911 Pacific Ave.
Tacoma, Wa 98402
253-272-9747
Online: washingtonhistory.org/visit/wshm/

Prices: $9.50/adult; $7/student (6-17); free for kids 5 and under

Hours: Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Mondays and Tuesdays. On the Third Thursday of each month, the History Museum is open until 8 p.m. with FREE admission from 2 p.m.-8 p.m.

Do you think you will check out the Time Intrusionator exhibit? If you have already visited, what was your favorite from Ernest’s collection? Let us know in a comment below!
 
-Erin Cranston
 
Photos courtesy of The Washington State History Museum and Erin Cranston