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Rockwell Museum of Western Art

Upstate New York

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Before your teen starts to roll his or her eyes, offer them some comfort: The Rockwell Museum has nothing to do with Norman Rockwell (although one of his prints is...

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History Museum

Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort

Upstate New York

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When this camp resort is in full swing (from May to September) it's a town in itself, complete with on-site spa and wellness center. Kids, many of whom are...

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Dylan's Candy Bar

New York City, New York

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Kids, meet candy. Candy, meet kids. Oh, you've already met, huh? When children walk through the door of this tony two-story sugar emporium, eyes light up, stomachs rumble, and...

Specialty Food Store

Children's Museum of Manhattan

New York City, New York

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Preschoolers bustle right into the Little West Side, a pint-sized city environment that sparks the imagination of city dwellers and visitors alike. We haven't seen a bored or passive...

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Museum of the Moving Image

New York City, New York

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Overheard at this museum devoted to the art, science, and history of film: "I didn't know movies didn't always have sound!" It's worth the subway hop to Queens to explore...

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New York City Fire Museum

New York City, New York

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Ever visit a museum with the kids and get asked questions that you can't answer? And all the tours seem geared to adults? The New York City Fire Museum is...

History Museum

Six Flags Great Escape

Adirondack Mountains, New York

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If names like Canyon Blaster and Mega Wedgie are your speed, Six Flags has got your number....

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It may be indoors, but this science center in the woods is every bit the eco adventure. Step inside and investigate the high-peaks ecosystems, the local wildlife, and the history of the Adirondacks that was once a glacier wonderland. ...

Science & Nature Museum

Adirondack Scenic Railroad

Adirondack Mountains, New York

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To some folks, you haven't really done the Adirondacks 'til you've done 'em by train. Even without the steam engine (the ones on the Scenic Railway are diesel), it's a little bit of old-time magic. ...

Train

East Hampton Marine Museum

Long Island, New York

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Nature buffs and kids who watch "Deadliest Catch" will love this three-floor homage to rugged sea captains and the waters they travel. More science fair than velvet-roped exhibits...