Since 1956, this museum has operated in the home of one of America's most famous railroad conductors, Casey Jones. The museum features a number of exhibits dedicated to the legend of Casey Jones (including a short film). Additionally, a re-creation of an 1890s train station was completed in 2009, allowing patrons to step briefly into the past. Kids can play with toy trains, read books about Casey Jones in a special reading area, and take an educational tour through the museum. Casey Jones Village also offers a mini-golf course and a restaurant serving buffet-meals all day.
Casey Jones Village
30 Casey Jones Lane
Jackson, TN 38305
731-668-1222
caseyjonesvillage.com
This 150-year-old fully operational farm offers many types of family entertainment. Barnyard animals are throughout the facilities, many of which children can hold and pet. The farm offers an interactive Farm Basket Adventure, where children use a farm basket and to fill it with fresh produce while meeting some of the more friendly livestock on the farm. Other attractions include the Corn Palace (similar to a ball crawl, but with tiny pieces of shelled corn instead) the Hay Climb, wagon rides and a tractor-tire playground. The Donnell Century Farm also accommodates groups and students on school field trips.
Donnell Century Farm Adventure
3720 Highway 70E
Jackson, TN 38305
731-424-4526
donnellcenturyfarm.com
A working riverboat, the Pickwick Belle makes public and private cruises around Pickwick Lake. Guests can enjoy the sights on a number of public cruises, including a Thanksgiving-themed cruise, a cruise in which children can hear the tale of the Easter Bunny, and a Family Night Cruise. Anybody may charter the Pickwick Belle for a private event (such as birthday parties, family reunions or field trips).
Pickwick Belle
3720 Highway 70E
Jackson, TN 38305
731-424-4526
pickwickbelle.com
This Family Fun Center is designed to provide excitement for children and adults. It features a bowling alley with 36 lanes, miniature golf, laser tag, rollerblading, batting cages and arcade games. The Center even has a virtual-reality roller coaster, where kids can ride (virtually) a coaster they designed themselves. The Jackson Family Fun Center offers birthday party packages for kids.
Jackson Bowling and Family Fun Center
59 Bowling Drive
Jackson, TN 38305-6100
731-668-2695
This state park is a great place for children to enjoy the outdoors in an unspoiled and picturesque setting. With 4,000 acres, kids can visit the Cypress Tree Forrest, hike on nature trails, watch the ducks on Wood Duck Lake, and take in the sights in an observation tower. Admission to Cypress Grove is free, and guided tours are available to groups, though an appointment must be made in advance.
Cypress Grove Nature Park
U. S. Highway 70 West
Jackson, TN 38301
731-425-8316
