Families with kids should head to the Crayola Experience, an interactive 'museum' where you can watch crayons and markers get made, plus enjoy hands-on exhibits where you're supposed to write on the walls. Outside of the summer, seasonal hours highly vary; check the website or call ahead for more details.
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