Bring your kids to the Missouri History Museum for the Winter Getaway and enjoy free holiday and history-themed activities for the whole family.
December 27: Wild Winter. Explore the history and importance of animals in our region with this program that will warm a snowy day and get your little "wild" ones excited!
December 28: All Dressed Up. Inspired by the museum's rotating exhibit The Life of Kids' Clothes, visitors can explore all things clothing, fashion, and design, from kids to adults.
December 29: Carols and Customs. St. Louis has been the home to many immigrant groups, from Spanish and French settlers to Germans, Irish, Italians, and more. Explore how some of their European Christmas traditions became part of the American celebration of the holiday.
Admission is free, and early arrival is recommended.
Winter Getaway at the Missouri History Museum is December 27, 28 and 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day.
There will be a Noon Year's Eve party on Dec. 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with two giant balloon drops!
More information: mohistory.org
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Delight in brilliant, colorful light displays with spectacular photo opportunities throughout the Zoo during Wild Lights. Walk through two tunnels with dazzling lights, and enjoy themed displays featuring snowflakes, candy canes, gumdrops, penguins, polar bears, tigers, giraffes and much more at this St. Louis family-favorite holiday tradition. New this year: Visits with Santa!
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