Sci Works and Old Salem

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It occurs to me that with the title of my discussion I am disclosing where I live. Of course several of you already know what city and state I live in. I refer to the few people who live in my area (one of which who lives in my city) whom I've interacted with here but only sparingly. These are the people to whom I am truly "disclosing my location." Onwards! Sci works is exactly as it sounds. It is an interactive science museum that I visited many times as a child. Back in school this was one of the "field trip" staples. It was both educational and fun, and one of the field trips that took most of the school day. I think kids still go to this place for field trip days. I haven't heard about any recent trips from my niece or nephew though. Old Salem is actually a nice little area right off of the downtown portion of my city. It is, as the website describes, a "Living History" town. It recreates the atmosphere of life from 1766-1840. I had many fun trips as a child, but one somewhat memorable one where I had fallen and scraped my knee. Now it did hurt something fierce, I can remember that. Most of the pain, however, was from my inability to process it on my terms. I have always been the type to shy away from attention when I am hurt as I need time to calm myself down and process how badly I am injured. The nice aides of Old Salem, alongside the teachers and field trip chaperones, did not leave me alone to do this. I have a vague memory of trying to tell them this. The last time I went to Old Salem was shortly after graduating high school so ten years ago this year. They offer a vast learning experience, but more recently cater to fun and games for the kids throughout the year. I've thought about going to visit Old Salem to see how it has changed, I know they are constantly trying to keep it as authentic and original as possible. What educational, fun and memorable attractions are in your area?