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branch of science and inquiry into
this enormous and child-accessible
institution. See p. 146.
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An Excursion to the Public Garden:
A perfect retreat during or after a
busy day of sightseeing. Ride a Swan
Boat, visit with the Mallard family of
Make Way for Ducklings
fame, admire
the real birds, and marvel as the
whole family starts to chill out. See
p. 163.
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A Trip to the Children's Museum:
The hands-on exhibits, noisy gal-
leries, and overall air of discovery and
excitement make this excursion cat-
nip for the elementary-school set. See
p. 172.
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A Thrill “Ride”:
The Mugar Omni
Theater (at the Museum of Science)
and the 3-D Simons IMAX Theatre
(at the New England Aquarium) offer
intrepid visitors hair-raising experi-
ences in the safety of a comfortable
auditorium. Most of the large-format
films concentrate on the natural
world. See p. 147 for the Mugar
Omni Theater and p. 148 for the
Simons IMAX Theatre.
