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The Schiele Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

Explore the wildlife of North Carolina and North America, take a trip through the universe through a planetarium show, or enjoy a walk on the Nature Trail. The Schiele inspires wonder and appreciation of the natural world through exciting exhibits, science programs, and family-friendly events.

1500 E. Garrison Blvd.

Gastonia , NC , 28054

Phone: 704-866-6900

35° 15' 11.5848" N, 81° 9' 32.3532" W

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N.C. Transportation Museum

The N.C. Transportation Museum is a historic site, once home to Southern Railway’s largest steam locomotive repair facility in the southeast, and a museum featuring all types of transportation history – railroading, automotive, aviation, and more. 20-minute train rides are available on Saturdays and Sundays around the 60-acre museum site. The N.C. Transportation Museum is located in Spencer, NC about five minutes off I-85, about an hour’s drive from Charlotte, Greensboro or Winston-Salem.

1 Samuel Spencer Drive

Spencer , NC , 28159

Phone: 704-636-2889

35° 41' 25.1736" N, 80° 25' 46.9488" W

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Museum of Illusions - Charlotte

Discover a brilliant collection of perspective-changing rooms, enthralling installations, and spellbinding images. Our exhibits will teach you that nothing is ever quite as it seems, especially in the Museum of Illusions. Get ready to be mesmerized!

601 S. Tryon Street Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte , NC , 28202

Phone: (980) 356-4505

35° 13' 23.0952" N, 80° 50' 54.0708" W

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Mission Grit®

Mission Grit™ is a powerful concept that helps children K-8th grade level to become stronger physically, develop inner strength, adopt effective cooperation skills, and gain unparalleled confidence and adaptability. Through fun adventure obstacle courses, fitness exercising, exciting scenario-based quests, and creative team-building challenges. We offer Camps, Classes, and Birthday parties all year round! JOIN OUR AMAZING COMMUNITY TODAY!

6311 Carmel Rd C

Charlotte , NC , 28226

Phone: 7047339103

35° 5' 29.5224" N, 80° 50' 36.7116" W

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Camp Timber-lee

Helping kids encounter Christ through summer camps, year-round retreats, and outdoor education in East Troy, Wisconsin.

N8705 Scout Rd

East Troy , WI , 53120 42° 48' 37.2132" N, 88° 30' 49.3632" W

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Camp Corvian

Traditional Day Camp and A La Carte Enrichment Camps available. Day Camp (1st - 6th graders) is a great option for working parents or parents who just want to keep their kids busy! Choose full-day (9am - 4pm) or half-day camps (9am - 12pm and 1pm - 4pm). We understand the stress of trying to find great childcare over the summer. Camp Corvian's Day Camp offers a solution that is safe, fun, and affordable! Hot lunch, Hungry Howie's, can be purchased online during your camp registration for students planning on staying the entire day. A La Carte Enrichment Camps (rising grades K-12) are designed for campers to explore their passions and sharpen their academic skills. Morning camps run from 9-noon and afternoon camps run from 1-4.

4041 Johnston Oehler Road

Charlotte , NC , 28269 35° 21' 50.2596" N, 80° 46' 24.6252" W

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