Historic Wagner FarmsAddress: 1510 Wagner Road, Glenview
Hours: Monday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
YAY! YAY!
- Offers hands-on learning? Yes
- Engages an active toddler in play? No
- Provides interaction with other children? Yes
- Allows children room to play without long waits? No
- Is clean? No
A family favorite during the more temperate seasons, we thought we'd give it a try in the winter. The Farm has a nice indoor historic center where kids can learn hands-on about farming and farm life. Kids can milk a cow, collect eggs, feed the pigs, and shop at the local grocery store. My son just loves this historic 1930's grocery store, especially the old fashioned typewriter. I have to admit, it is pretty cool to take a step back in time. The historic center also has cow milking demonstrations, which we, of course, stayed for.
The Farm does not have a cafe (or even vending machines) so bring your own snacks. And while there are benches to sit and feed a baby, there isn't any privacy.
Overall, my two-year old had a good time, but there was only enough to occupy him for an hour or two. But an hour or two is pretty good when the admission is free!
