- TripBuzz found 161 things to do with kids in or near Hammond, Indiana, including 152 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chicago, Tinley Park, Valparaiso and Gary.
- From Columbia Park to Olympia Lanes, the Hammond area offers 103 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Bowling, Playgrounds and Movie Theaters.
- Located in Lake County, Indiana, Hammond is a large city in the Chicago metropolitan area. As the 5th largest city in the state, the city offers abundant residential, business and tourism opportunities. The most popular tourist spots in Hammond include its various city parks, a black granite police memorial as well as the many lakes and rivers.
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The Busch Grove Community Park acts as a nature preserve filled with trees, a pond, streams, and grasses that host myriad species of wildlife. It features a walking trail, skating rink, skate park, and more.
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Organizing fun and educational opportunities for children, Raupp Museum preserves the history of the region with an indoor replica of a town square. The town square consists of a train station, general store, and other interactive building displays.
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Inaugurated in 1964, the Fox Valley Repertory Theater has hosted stars such as Betty Grable and William Shatner. Over the years, it has organized festivals and has one many awards for the shows staged.
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Deer Grove Forest Preserve, Palatine, IL 60074
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Acquired as a wildlife and nature preserve in 1916, Deer Grove Forest Preserve spans 1800 acres. The preserve is of interest to students of wildlife and nature as well as to those who just want to jog or picnic.
47.6 Miles
On the Blackberry Farm's 54 acres can be found period museums, a miniature train, picnic areas, gift shops and many more things. It is a good place to visit by families looking for a relaxing time.
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215 East Main Street, St. Charles, IL
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Filled with Civil War displays, St. Charles Heritage Center is a historic building that feature a mix of rotating and permanent exhibits. Visitors can learn about the first settlers to the area and about life in the 1920s.
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Founded in 1975, the Marriott Theater boasts the biggest base of subscribers among musical theaters in the U.S. The theater is considered a premier launching spot for Broadway entertainment and shows.
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Filled with interactive displays, Bartlett Nature Center offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the native plant and animal life in the region. The center has reptiles, insects, stuffed animals, bones, and informative posters on display.
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A 3,400-acre preserve, the James 'Pate' Philip State Park aims to preserve and protect its diverse Illinois ecosystem. The park is a mixture of prairie, marshes and forest and features a visitor center with educational exhibits.
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Spring Lake Park is a 2,032 acre recreational area that has been used by the public since 1950. Visitors can hike, fish, hunt, and camp at one of the three tent camping sites.