Take A Spring Getaway To Conner Prairie For Plenty Of Family Memories
By Andrea Limke|Published February 29, 2020
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Andrea Limke
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
Cabin fever happens to the best of us, so perhaps you’ve been daydreaming about planning a family-friendly day trip from Cincinnati in the upcoming months. Planning a little day trip or getaway is a wonderful way to cure those winter blues and there are several great options within a couple of hours of the Queen City. At just under two hours away in Indiana, Conner Prairie is a favorite destination for local families. You won’t believe how much there is to do at this interactive museum and property, so plan a spring getaway now for plenty of family memories.
Conner Prairie is a sprawling 1,000-acre property in Fishers, Indiana, just a short drive from Cincinnati.
You may have memories of visiting this incredible indoor/outdoor museum from your own childhood and now it's time to plan a family-friendly day trip from Cincinnati for your own kids or grandkids.
Conner Prairie allows for a lovely step back in time and a multitude of learning experiences that are masked as interactive, hands-on fun.
You can easily spend an entire day here, exploring and experiencing all it has to offer. In fact, you may be surprised to find just how much there is for a family to do.
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You can choose to take a guided tour, or plan your day out on your own.
Be sure to look at the map before your visit (available on the site linked below), as you may need to prioritize which areas and activities you'll be sure to fit in.
Watch performances, play in outdoor play areas, and step back to the 1800s. Learn and experience the history of the Civil War and also have fun in areas that focus on science, art, engineering, and more.
One of the most whimsical areas of Conner Prairie is its charming treehouse.
As an affiliate with the Smithsonian Institute, Conner Prairie maintains its museum and property and provides experiences that are on par with the top museums in the country.
Guests of all ages will also love visiting the animals who call the prairie home.
You may even consider making a trip to Conner Prairie a part of a weekend getaway and also visit other family-friendly destinations in this area of Indiana.
Conner Prairie is such a wonderful destination for a family-friendly day trip from Cincinnati. It combines education with play, set in a beautiful environment, and is set up perfectly for making plenty of family memories. Has your family been to Conner Prairie? What is your favorite family-friendly day trip from Cincinnati? We’d love to hear about it in the comments!