Spring is in the air and new babies are on the farm. Frying Pan Farm Park is one of our favorite outdoor places in the D.C. metro area. Frying Pan preserves and interprets farm life of the 1920s to 1950s and is the home to a wide range of animals including, horses, pigs, turkeys, chickens, peacocks, goats, sheep, and rabbits. Kids love getting up close to the … Continue reading Frying Pan Farm Park
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Wizard of Oz-themed playground! The playground design is a literary dream as it tells the story of L. Frank Baum’s “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” from Auntie Em and Uncle Henry’s Kansas farm to the poppy field, Emerald City and Dorothy’s attempt to get home via hot air balloon. Even more, Dorothy’s ruby slippers were adapted to be … Continue reading Follow the Yellow Brick Road (Wizard of Oz Playground)
Seasonal schedules may apply. Always check before going. National Mall $FEE National Harbor Carousel and The Capital Wheel $FEE Zoo Conservation Carousel $FEE/FREE for FONZ members Lee District/Chessie’s Big Back Yard $FEE The carousel has a Chesapeake Bay theme with animals such as a turtle, frog, hummingbird and swan, in addition to traditional horses. Get ready to take a ride on the carousel that allows children … Continue reading Rides (Miniature Trains, Carousels, & Wagons)
National Zoo Free Admission/$25 parking, FONZ memberships perks include free parking, special events, unlimited carousel rides, discounts, and more. Daily programs will keep you informed on what’s happening, where, when, and how you can take part. The Zoo offers classes, camps, and snore and roar sleepovers for all ages. Watch for seasonal events like Boo in the Zoo and Zoo Lights. The Zoo is home … Continue reading Zoo/Farms/Colonial Farms
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