High temperatures and lots of humidity are common throughout the year in Mississippi – no matter the season. Cold spells are also likely, yet pretty unpredictable. The erratic weather can be annoying at times. It also makes planning outdoor adventures a bit difficult. Luckily, the state boasts great indoor attractions, like Healthy Fun. An indoor playground with a fitness theme, it’s fun AND educational, so it’s a win-win for kids and adults.
When the kids are dying to get out but the weather isn’t cooperating, plan a visit to Healthy Fun, an indoor playground located in the Mississippi Children’s Museum in Jackson.
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An immersive exhibit, Healthy Fun demonstrates how body systems work, encourages physical activity, and explores different kinds of food options.
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In order to create the unique play space, the museum partnered with a slew of educators, health experts, and advisors.
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The end result is an amazing indoor playground filled with an array of exhibits about the human skeletal structure and gastrointestinal system.
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Each exhibit clearly shows how food and exercise affect a child’s growth and development, helping to instill healthy habits from a young age.
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Not only informative, each exhibit includes an active component, such as an obstacle course, climbing, and bike riding.
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There are also lots of interactive activities, such as picking fresh ingredients, which introduce kids to simple, fun, and rewarding ways to make better, more nutritious food choices.
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The perfect mix of learning and fun, Healthy Fun is one spot that’s sure to be loved equally by kids and adults. For more info on Healthy Fun, visit the Mississippi Children Museum’s website. You can also give the museum a call at (601) 981-5469. And make sure to like the Mississippi Children’s Museum on Facebook to keep up with new exhibits, special events, and more.
So, did you know about Healthy Fun? Ever visited this indoor playground? If so, what’d you think? Have you ever explored any of the museum’s other galleries or programs? If so, we want to hear about your experience.
After visiting the indoor playground at the Children’s Museum in Jackson, pay a visit to another great city site – Brent’s Drugs. The old-fashioned soda shop serves up some of the best milkshakes in Mississippi.
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Address: Mississippi Children’s Museum, 2145 Museum Blvd, Jackson, MS 39202, USA
