Museums When you think about visiting museums, you usually think of it as an educational leisure activity. However, research suggests museums can have beneficial effects on physical and mental health by reducing stress, anxiety and even blood pressure. On those days when the family stress level is high, get out and visit one of these local attractions. Science Museum Oklahoma This attraction is a family favorite for education and fun. Walking around the museum is also a great way to get some steps for the day. • Challenge: Check out the
Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art Located in Norman on the campus of the University of Oklahoma, the Fred is home to a collection of more than 20,000 objects, plus the museum showcases temporary exhibits throughout the year. • Challenge: Explore SYNESTHESIA , an immersive special exhibit by Factory Obscura. Make connections between art and the mind by talking about which pieces made each of you feel the calmest or the happiest and why. Admission is free .
SYNESTHESIA IS AN IMMERSIVE ART EXPERIENCE AT THE FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART, WHERE ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE.
fun fitness challenges in the Power Play exhibit. Which family member has the highest vertical jump? Who has the best balance? Who can reach the top of the climbing wall?
Oklahoma Contemporary
Looking at and creating art is great for the mind. It can change your mood, make you think or simply calm you. Oklahoma Contemporary offers guests the opportunity to view and create artwork that engages the senses and sparks creativity.
Outdoor Fitness RIVERSPORT OKC
• Challenge: Walk around the indoor
exhibits and then create your own works of art in the Learning Gallery. Next, go outside to get some steps in by strolling around the museum grounds to view the Art Garden and Campbell Art Park exhibits. These indoor and outdoor activities can enhance your family’s mental and physical well-being. Discuss how each of you feels afterward.
This downtown OKC destination is filled with plenty of opportunities for your family to play and try out activities that push comfort zones! • Challenge: Bring the family to MetroFamily’s OKC Thrive Fest at RIVERSPORT OKC on Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a day filled with health and wellness education, adventure and fun! The variety of activities for all ages will inspire your family to get moving toward fitness and wellness. Admission to this event is free . • Challenge: Take your family fitness to new heights in the Riversport Youth Zone. The Sky Tykes adventure ropes course gives kids a safe and controlled environment to climb, balance and navigate obstacles. And for those who want to stay closer to the ground, there is plenty of adventure to be had at the Youth Zone playground, which is always free to use. Admission to the Riversport Youth Zone attractions is $9.99.
Admission to all exhibits is free.
DON’T MISS THE OUTDOOR EXHIBITS AT OKLAHOMA CONTEMPORARY TO ENJOY THE UNIQUE ART AND GET SOME STEPS IN.
JOIN METROFAMILY FOR OKC THRIVE FEST AT RIVERSPORT OKC ON SATURDAY, MARCH 25 FROM 10 A.M. TO 2 P.M.
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