Places

" The National Gallery of Art houses one of the finest collections in the world illustrating major achievements in painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and works on paper from the Middle Ages to the present."

http://www.nga.gov/

Kidspot is a hands-on play and learning center for Sonoma County’s young children and their families. Our goal is to create a safe, fun, interactive environment where kids can play, create, explore, and develop social learning skills. kidspot’s family-oriented activities allow parents and other caregivers to spend valuable, high-quality time with their children.

http://www.kidspotimaginationcenter.com/index.htm

We offer a range of services for Moms & Dads of newborns through teens, including: low-cost classes and workshops, support groups, in-home visits, parent support advice line, and many other programs.

Bay Area Discovery Museum

"The nationally recognized Bay Area Discovery Museum is a one-of-a-kind indoor/outdoor children's museum that offers a full range of programs for children, parents, school groups and educators.

Located on 7 and 1/2 acres in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area at Fort Baker in Sausalito, CA, the Museum's unique programs feature hands-on art, science, environmental and media exhibitions, performances, special events and ongoing educational curricula... all with a focus on fun!"

This place does not exist yet but with your help it can!

" Our children need a safe environment where imaginations are ignited,
curiosity is nurtured, and creativity is cultivated. We need a place where
families can play and learn together, and diversity is celebrated. "

from http://www.childrensmuseumnb.org/

There is a proposed children's musem in Petaluma. Check out their website and see what you can do to help make it a reality!