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Taking an entire family to a museum can run into the three figures. But military families can get a big break thanks to Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense. The program offers FREE admission to more than 2,000 museums across America …

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It’s that time again! Mia’s Summer Shell-A-Bration is a free, family-friendly event not only to celebrate but also learn how to protect Florida’s beloved manatees. Take the whole family and enjoy a fun day packed with engaging activities. Mia’s Summer Shell-A-Bration at Manatee Lagoon When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …

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Whenever school is out, luckily, families in South Florida, and especially Palm Beach County, have plenty of free and cheap activities for kids during summer, both inside and outside. There are, of course beaches, most of them free to visit. Some beaches even have free parking. There also are parks, pools and splash pads, many …

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The aim is to “Nurture What’s Wild” at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; closed on major holidays. Where: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter Admission is by donation, with no minimum; whatever the person or family is able to donate. All educational programs …

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The Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

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The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

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If you’re on a quest to discover a place where you can take the kids and enjoy the day for next to nothing, then the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton is definitely a place for the whole family to enjoy an authentic outdoor Florida adventure. And best of all, admission is free! Some …

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Butterfly World is a popular walk-through attraction in North Broward with free-flight aviaries with tropical foliage and thousands of butterflies and birds from different parts of the world. Discount opportunities are offered. Regular prices are $32.50 for guests age 12 and older, $22.50 for children age 3-11 and free for age 2 and younger. However, …

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The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach was founded more than 40 years ago, but the challenges it faces today have not only been compounded by the effects of recent climate change but also by the increase of red tide and toxic blue-green algae on sea creatures and ocean ecology. Situated on one of the …

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