Aullwood Center and Farm, Dayton
Address 1000 Aullwood Rd., Dayton, OH 45414 Map, Tel (937) 890-7360 Call, Website
No kids yet, but I loved this place when I was a kid! The farm has so many animals and is realistic-complete with spring house, chicken coops, gardens, bee houses, sugar maples, and orchard. We came here for special programs like candle-dipping and ice cream-making: fantastic memories to this day.
The center is great too. My mom still displays pictures of me holding snakes and turtles (I still like snakes). There are of cool exhibits, and the gift shop is full of educational books and toys.
The farm and the center, with all the fabulous walking trails, make this a great introduction to nature and farm life.