Fun Things for Kids to do in Columbus, Indiana

Kidscommons

• Kidscommons is an interactive museum that offers children three levels of hands-on activities and exploration. A giant toilet is the popular attraction at the Explora House exhibit, while a climbing wall, light space play wall and Hoop-it-up game educate guests about fitness. Other displays include Bubbology, Our House, Childhood Garden, Kids-at-Art and Storytelling kiosks. Kidscommons offers special group programming and party rentals. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday. It is closed Mondays and select holidays.

  Kidscommons

  309 Washington St.

  Columbus, IN 47201

  812-378-3046

  kidscommons.org

Zaharakos

• Located less than one block from Kidscommons, Zaharakos is fun for kids of all ages. A favorite ice cream parlor and museum, this Columbus, Indiana landmark has been a part of Washington Street since 1900. Zaharakos is open seven days a week and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu includes bagels, soups, sandwiches, salads, old fashioned soda and a variety of ice cream treats. Rare items from the 1800s including a restored 1870s orchestrion and a large collection of marble soda fountains are featured in the museum.

  Zaharakos

  329 Washington St.

  Columbus, IN 47201

  812-378-1900

  zaharakos.com

Freedom Field

• Children can run, slide and climb at the one-and-a-half acre Freedom Field playground. Located at Chapman T. Blackwell Park in Columbus, this all-inclusive play area was specially designed for physically challenged and able-bodied children to play outdoors together. There are two primary play areas, a large section designed for older children and a separate portion for toddlers. The surrounding park includes soccer fields and basketball courts.

  Freedom Field

  1116 Parkside Drive

  Columbus, IN 47201

  812-376-2680

  columbus.in.gov/parks-index.php