Terre Haute Weekend with Kids
Terre Haute is the Rodney Dangerfield of Indiana ... it doesn't get enough respect. Despite having three universities within its borders, including Indiana State University where Larry Bird took his undefeated Sycamores to the final game of the NCAA tournament in 1979, Hoosiers still gravitate toward Bloomington when looking for a college town. That right there makes Terre Haute a hidden gem, full of fun explorations for kids and without the crowds or the tourist prices. Take a look:
Terre Haute is blessed with a plethora of comfy, clean hotel rooms right off I-70. I chose Fairfield because while it is in that same clump, it sits toward the back of the frontage road, away from the bustle of traffic noise on Hwy 41 (aka Third St.) And, as an added bonus, their staff took in and fed a stray dog in the area, finding i... More >
Terre Haute is blessed with a plethora of comfy, clean hotel rooms right off I-70. I chose Fairfield because while it is in that same clump, it sits toward the back of the frontage road, away from the bustle of traffic noise on Hwy 41 (aka Third St.) And, as an added bonus, their staff took in and fed a stray dog in the area, finding it a good home. You can't go wrong working with animal lovers.
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A relative newcomer on the activity scene in Terre Haute, parents are discovering this is an excellent way to entertain a wide age range in the family. (Psst, if your children are under 16, you can't drop them off unaccompanied. Darn. Mom has to stay and play, too. ) At this writing, an interactive robotic arm is the special feature wowing the younger set, although the chance to excavate a dinosaur fossils ranks high, too. Other play opportunities include a TV weather set, a chance to be a veterinarian, and a treehouse.
Yes, a museum and country store devoted to baking offers exactly what you'd expect: an early American kitchen and a 19th century street scene to wander through. Oh, and cooking demonstrations every Saturday morning at 11 a.m., of course. There's a $5 admission fee, which might take some by surprise considering this has a strong commerc... More >
Yes, a museum and country store devoted to baking offers exactly what you'd expect: an early American kitchen and a 19th century street scene to wander through. Oh, and cooking demonstrations every Saturday morning at 11 a.m., of course. There's a $5 admission fee, which might take some by surprise considering this has a strong commercial bent.
The Landing is a wonderful balance of upscale fun, from a 25-meter splash pool with water slides and a diving board to a bowling alley and arcade (which comes in handy when it's raining in the summer). The Landing has a country club setting, although it's open to the public at no charge. You pay reasonable rates (we're talking $7 for a... More >
The Landing is a wonderful balance of upscale fun, from a 25-meter splash pool with water slides and a diving board to a bowling alley and arcade (which comes in handy when it's raining in the summer). The Landing has a country club setting, although it's open to the public at no charge. You pay reasonable rates (we're talking $7 for an all day swim pass for kids) for individual activities.
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Going to the movies used to be as much about the surroundings as the film itself. Recreate those days for your children (and perhaps yourself!) and check out the current schedule playing on the big screen. No matter the title or subject, you'll enjoy it even more in this rotunda environment that holds up to 1600. If your timing is right, you might even catch a live performance on the stage.
| I chose Fairfield because while it is in that same clump, it sits toward the back of the frontage road, away from the bustle of traffic noise on Hwy 41 (aka Third St.) And, as an added bonus, their staff too... |
Tumbleweed's Tex-Mex cuisine offers a menu for the entire family: parents can have a rib-eye or a burrito stuffed with vegetables while pickier eaters can indulge in a cheese quesadilla. But I didn't recommend this restaurant only because I'm the field marketer for this particular location. It's because kids eat free on Sundays ... no special coupons required. Every child under 12 eats off the junior menu at no charge when ... More
Tumbleweed's Tex-Mex cuisine offers a menu for the entire family: parents can have a rib-eye or a burrito stuffed with vegetables while pickier eaters can indulge in a cheese quesadilla. But I didn't recommend this restaurant only because I'm the field marketer for this particular location. It's because kids eat free on Sundays ... no special coupons required. Every child under 12 eats off the junior menu at no charge when accompanied by an adult.
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