- TripBuzz found 40 things to do with kids in or near Fort Riley, Kansas, including 37 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manhattan, Junction City and Abilene.
- From King Field House Fort Riley MWR to Custer House, the Fort Riley area offers 24 different types of family activities, including: Historic Buildings, Historic Homes, Recreation Centers and History Museums.
- A U.S. Army installation, Fort Riley, KS became the site of the U.S. Calvary School in 1887. The fort played a key role in many wars, including the world wars, Korean War, Cold War, Vietnam, The Gulf War, and many more. The Buffalo Soldiers were stationed at Fort Riley many times in history and the fort has preserved artifacts to illustrate its past.
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All types of animals from all around the world find their home at the Sunset Zoo. The peacocks roam freely around the zoo, all day, every day. There are also special programs, such as the petting of some animals.
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Open for the summer season, CiCo Park Swimming Pool features a 25 meter pool available to the public for recreational swimming. The pool is located in a 97 acre park with amenities like a sports complex.
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Housing a research library and changing exhibits, the Riley County Historical Museum contains a variety of photos, artifacts and documents that strive to preserve the history of Manhattan, Kansas and surrounding counties. Guided tours available upon request.
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Located in Kansas State University, Bill Snyder Family Stadium features the school's football team, the Wildcats, in a 50,000 seat stadium. The stadium has concession stands, a hall of fame museum, and a gift shop with Wildcat merchandise.
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1500 Denison Ave, Manhattan, KS 66506
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Housed in the old Dairy Barn from the University's campus, the Kansas State University Insect Zoo displays insects from all around the world, including arthropods. Guided tours are a chance of seeing and understanding live specimens.
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As an outdoor recreational facility, Manhattan City Park has picnic shelters, tennis courts, gardens, and playgrounds for visitors to enjoy. It also has a splash park with shallow wading pools and fountains for kids to play in.
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Kansas State University, 1500 Denison Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502
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Located in the Old Dairy Barn on the campus of Kansas State University, K-State Insect Zoo features a variety of educational and exciting exhibits based upon the rainforest and tropical insects. This includes tarantulas, spiders and crustaceans.
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Kansas State University, 1483-1523 Vattier Street, Manhattan, KS 66506
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Located on the campus of Kansas State University, the McCain Auditorium hosts student performances as well as touring musicians, comedians, and dance groups. The facility seats 1750 persons and is open to the general public as well as students.
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Open to visitors of all skating skill levels, Manhattan Ice Rink features an indoor ice rink that hosts public skating sessions and figure skating lessons. Visitors who are not skating receive free admission to the rink.
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Manhattan’s Wonder Workshop Children’s Museum focuses on offering arts, science, and humanities education to children of all ages. The museum features an array of programs and exhibits, and hosts summer camps.