As with many typical Sunday afternoons, my husband and I were looking for something to do to get the kids’ energy out. We hopped in the car and went down to temple square. It is a great place to visit for a Sunday activity with small children. Our kids love running around and looking at the pretty flowers and fountains, it’s free, and it is Sunday approved.
Do you ever wonder what to do with small kids on Sunday afternoons? Sometimes we don’t have family to visit with, and we have sat around keeping the sabbath day holy all we can, and we go a little stir crazy.
Well, this past Sunday, we happened upon a gem. The Church History Museum. It was open on Sunday, and we discovered that on the second floor, there is a whole kids exhibit! Imagine a children’s museum that is much smaller, free, and has a spiritual twist.
If you live in the Salt Lake area, you might want to keep this in mind for a Sunday afternoon. It is open until 7pm. If you are visiting UT, don’t pass up this opportunity to take your kids somewhere that they will enjoy!
They frequently change the exhibits, and right now, they are having a book of mormon celebration. It is all centered around the hispanic culture, and the book of mormon. My daughter loved putting on a long Spanish skirt and learning how to do a short dance. My son loved climbing on Nephi’s boat and going fishing. They both thoroughly enjoyed the quilt wall that was a giant magnetic board where they could put pieces up to make their own quilt. There are computer games full of book of mormon puzzles, and interactive buttons to push all over. Every kid, no matter how small, will love it!
I feel so lucky to live in Salt Lake City. I don’t take for granted the history and church culture that is 5 minutes from my house. My kids love it too. When was the last time you visited Temple Square with your family??
Related Articles: