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With 55 acres there is a lot to explore at Cheekwood. The options below are the top spots in the gardens for families with kids.<\/p>\n<\/div>\"Image<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=”two-hour”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]During your visit, encourage kids to be active investigators by looking for wildlife, smelling herbs, and counting different types of flowers. Just refrain from picking them so other guests can enjoy the flora.<\/p>\n

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The Bracken Foundation Children\u2019s Garden<\/a> is two acres filled with interactive features. With tunnels, water easels, a labyrinth and turtle pond, spending time in the Children\u2019s Garden is sure to be rich and memorable experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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TRAINS!<\/a> and Hugo and the Impossible Thing<\/em> Storybook Trail in the Turner Seasons Garden<\/a> is not to be missed. Kids are transported to a secret garden with an enchanted train depot, tunnels, observation domes and 1,035 linear feet of track for Thomas, other engines and cars to chug along.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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If available, attend TOTS!<\/a> for storytime and hands-on activities. Learn about the plants in our gardens and the art on our walls. Select days March through October.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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