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From environmental studies and physical education to lunchtime and recess, a Milwaukee learning experience is easy as 1-2-3.
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AUDUBON NATURE CENTERAt the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, school is always in session with workshops, nature exhibits, and meet-and-greets with resident raptors.
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BUBLR BIKESMilwaukee’s own nonprofit bike share program, Bublr Bikes, is an excellent choice for School of MKE transportation with special pricing for students as well as 30-day and annual passes.
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COUNTY PARKSRecess has never been so fun. With over 150 parks and parkways on 15,000 acres of land at the Milwaukee County Parks, your playground is vast.
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DOMESExperience a desert oasis, a tropical jungle, and floral gardens all at the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, better known as The Domes. Get in the weeds with learning events and programs.
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ETHNIC FESTIVALSExplore Milwaukee’s diverse ethnic heritage and culture with food, dance, traditional crafts, cultural history, and more at various fests including Holiday Folk Fair International and Viva MKE.
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FIRST STAGEIn addition to First Stage performances for kids and by kids, young learners can take part in Theater Academy classes as well as school Theater in Education programs.
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GARDENINGGain a new agricultural appreciation at Alice’s Garden Urban Farm. Learn from projects, workshops, and community events. Get your hands dirty volunteering for community work mornings in the garden.
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HARLEY-DAVIDSONThe iconic Harley motorcycle was created in Milwaukee and the innovation continues. Interactive engine mechanics exhibits, junior motorcycle police dress-up, and more await at the Harley-Davidson Museum.
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ICE CENTERSkating School is in session at the Pettit National Ice Center. This U.S. Olympic training site offers youth and teen skating instruction as well as public skating.
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JB’SAt the end of the school day, enjoy a bit of family fun with 35 bowling lanes, a game room, volleyball, and more at JB’s on 41.
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KITESAdd free kite lessons to your class list from Gift of Wings, Milwaukee’s only full-service kite store stocked with kites, windsocks, and accessories. Also take part in kite flying parties and festivals.
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LYNDEN SCULPTURE GARDENExperience Lynden Sculpture Garden’s 50 outdoor sculptures across its 40 acres. Enjoy Tuesdays in the Garden for parents and small children, virtual story times, and Lynden Art Club for kids 11 and older.
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MILWAUKEE ART MUSEUMUnderneath the giant wings of the Milwaukee Art Museum is a lot of learning and playing with programs and resources for teachers, students, and the whole family.
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NATURAL HISTORYTake a trip around the world, visit a rainforest, witness an epic dinosaur battle, and walk the Streets of Old Milwaukee all under one roof at the Milwaukee Public Museum.
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ORCHESTRAThe Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra makes the orchestra fun and engaging with its family series, specifically designed for young kids.
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PIONEERSStep back in time at Old World Wisconsin to see how the state’s pioneering settlers lived, learned, and worked. The living history museum features crafts, farm chores, games, and more interactive fun.
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QUILTSDiscover the art of quilting, traditional needle arts, and contemporary fiber arts at the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts. Learners and educators enjoy events, workshops, and tours for schools and youth.
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RUCKUS & GLEEPick up a few school supplies while shopping and playing at Ruckus & Glee. At the children’s toy, book and game store, kids can try out unboxed toys and games in the store before buying.
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGYMilwaukee’s Discovery World Science & Technology Center offer curious and hands-on learners up-close aquatic encounters, driving and flight simulators, a DIY design lab, and much more.
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TANDEMThis local restaurant is offering one-on-one homework assistance for students in grades 4 through 10 as part of its Tandem 20/20 program. Free meals for students and prizes help sweeten the educational pot.
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URBAN ECOLOGY CENTERWith three locations around Milwaukee, city kids have access to nature during Urban Ecology Center adventure programs, environmental education, workshops, and community programs.
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VETERANSThe War Memorial Center is a stunningly designed tribute to those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Student programs teach war history and veterans’ accomplishments.
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WATERLocated on the Lake Michigan coast and at the confluence of three rivers, Milwaukee is truly a water city. All that water sets the stage for unbeatable lakeside and riverside fun as well as freshwater sciences education.
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XYLOPHONESOutside of Discovery World where the large Wind Leaves blow are musical benches that kids can play like xylophones as well as a musical sculpture that can be played by dropping in pebbles.
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YESTERYEARThe Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear offers a slice of 20th century Americana in a historic home. Catch a film at Saxe Brothers Movie Palace, shop at H. Grafman Grocery Store, sip a vintage soda, and more.
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ZOOLeading the way in animal management, conservation, and research, the Milwaukee County Zoo perfectly blends recreation and education. Explore the new Adventure Africa Elephant Exhibit and Hippo Haven.