Activities for Kids 8-12
National Corvette Museum
350 Corvette Drive (Map & Directions)
Bowling Green, KY 42101
270-781-7973 / 800-53-VETTE (83883)
This newly expanded and renovated 115,000 sq. ft. showcase to America's sports car features over 70 Corvettes displayed in periodic settings including a mid-century barbershop, service station and historic race track! See classics in mint condition, one-of-a-kind prototypes that never went into production & modern-day wonders of engineering and design. Be among the first to try the brand new Driving Simulators, then continue the interaction as you test your skills by fueling up and changing tires at the "Pit Crew Challenge" exhibit. See rare collectibles and memorabilia before sitting behind the wheel of a Corvette and registering to drive one home. Enjoy shopping in the Corvette Store which offers a wide selection of apparel, collectibles, home and gift items.
Hours: Open 8am-5pm, 7 days a week year-round except New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day.
Race World
255 Cumberland Trace Road (Map & Directions)
Bowling Green, KY 42103
270-781-RACE (7223)
Race World, a one-of-a-kind attraction featured in Southern Living as where you don't just watch the races, you ride the races. Offering the entire family something to remember. Two race tracks with scale stock cars themed after your favorite driver. A fully complemented game room with the latest in electronic entertainment and one of the most famous Dale Earnhardt race cars on display; the actual car that had the flat tire while leading the Daytona 500 with 1/2 a lap to go. Closed all rain days.
Hours: Mar.-Memorial Day and Labor Day-Nov. Fri. 5-11pm, Sat. 12-11pm, Sun. 12-9pm; Memorial Day - Labor Day Tue.-Thur. 5-9pm, Fri. 5-11pm, Sat. 12-11pm, Sun. 12-9pm
Riverview at Hobson Grove
1100 W. Main Avenue (Map & Directions)
Bowling Green, KY 42101
270-843-5565
Built by Atwood and Juliet VanMeter Hobson on a hill overlooking the Barren River, Bowling Green's historic landmark has been restored to its original splendor and is listed on the National Register. An official site on the Civil War Discovery Trail, as it was used for storage of Confederate munitions when the Rebel forces held Bowling Green, Riverview is an elegant interpretation of a prosperous Victorian home of the 1860 to 1890 period. Come experience the life of a 19th century family and their servants. Seasonal and holiday tours are offered throughout the year to highlight celebrations of the era. Gift Shop features Victorian items.
Hours: Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 1-4pm. Last tour of the day begins at 3pm. Closed holidays and during January.
Russell Sims Aquatic Center
2303 Tomblinson Way (Map & Directions)
Bowling Green, KY 42101
270-393-3271
Largest water playground in South Central Kentucky. Features include zero-depth entry, splash playground, 50-meter pool, two water slides, diving boards and concessions. Adults (18 yrs. and up) $8; College Student (with ID) $6; Seniors (55 yrs. and up) $5; Youth/Teen (5-17 yrs.) $5; Toddler (2-5 yrs.) $4; Baby (under 2 yrs.) $2; Twilight Fees (after 4:00pm) 1/2 price.
Hours: Open Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Shaker Museum at South Union
850 Shaker Museum Road (Map & Directions)
South Union, KY 42283
270-542-4167 / 800-811-8379
A short drive west of Bowling Green takes you to the historic site of the South Union Shaker Village. The Shaker society, an innovative, hard-working religious group, was established in 1807 and closed in 1922. The village site is now on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is filled with original furniture, crafts, textiles and manuscripts. Nearby Shaker Tavern, built in 1869, provides bed and breakfast accommodations.
Hours: Mar.-Nov. Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 1-5pm; Dec.-Feb. Tues.-Sat. 10am-4pm. Closed New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day.
Southern Lanes and Southern Ice
2710 Scottsville Road (Map & Directions)
Bowling Green, KY 42104
270-843-8741
At Southern Lanes there's plenty of fun for everyone! Your complete family entertainment center includes 34 lanes, 18 hole indoor mini golf, indoor fast pitch baseball and softball batting cages, 24 billiards, party rooms (3 new), game room with redemption tickets, full-service lounge, pro shop and snack bar. Join us Thursday and Friday nights at 9:30 pm for Cosmic bowling! Birthday party packages, corporate and group pricing available. Synthetic ice rink.
Hours: Lanes: Open 24 hours Tuesday through Saturday with $1 games from 2-9 a.m. Sunday open 10 a.m.- midnight and Monday open 9 a.m.- 2 a.m. Ice: Open 7 days a week, call for hours and prices.
