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When that isn't an option, there are some ways to stay cool and have some fun.
1. Discovery Museum: at nearly $20 a person the price is a little steep for a one time visit, but the Family and Discovery Memberships are quite affordable and let you in as often as they are open. Plus, there is an attached parking garage. So your car won't bake while you are enjoying the cool (temperature and atmosphere) museum. Three floors of interactive exhibits for children of all ages. Little ones enjoy the slower pace in Toddler Town. Everyone loves the water exhibit, and there are ponchos provided to keep kids drier than they would be without them. Older kids can head up to the third floor to solve a mystery or build new inventions and test them out in the wind tunnel or on ramps.
2. Mount Charleston: up to 20 degrees cooler, explore the new Visitor Center or take a hike. Linked here is NOT the official site for the area, but it's easy to read and quickly summarizes what's available to visitors. Some of our favorite hikes are Mary Jane Falls, Robbers Roost, the Bristlecone Trail, and the Deer Creek Picnic Area (a little hiking, more picnic and recreation). There are restaurants on the south side of the area at the Mount Charleston Lodge and Resort, if just looking to escape the heat.
3. Go Swimming: City of Henderson offers a few recreation centers with pools, indoor and outdoor. Our favorite is the Henderson Multigenerational Center. The outdoor pools include a toddler pool and water features. There are also pools and water parks at these Clark County Centers.
4. Find a Splash Pad: many local parks have splash pads. One of our favorites is at Sunset Park. City of Henderson list.
5. Visit the Library: the libraries offer programs for all ages, birth through adults. Additionally, there are toys and puzzles for younger patrons, computers (for games) for older children. Check your local library for a list of the programs currently available.
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