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Rock Creek Park
For Kids

for kids includes:

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Explore the exhibits inside the Nature Center. The "Discovery Room" is geared for ages 2 to 5. The biligual exhibit "Discover/ Descubra Rock Creek Park" is geared for those 10 and up.

Inside Peirce Barn, kids can try on old- fashioned clothing and play with 19th century toys.

Enjoy a wide variety of children's programs, including planetarium shows, animal talks, exploratory hikes, crafts, as well as hands-on natural and historical programs.

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Telescope
Exploring the Sky
Join the National Capital Astronomers and the NPS for stargazing
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Peirce Mill  

Did You Know?
Peirce Mill was built in the early 1820's by Isaac Peirce. It operated commercially until the main shaft broke in 1897.

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Last Updated: August 26, 2008 at 11:00 EST