5 Things To Do In Exeter Before The Kids Go Back To School

It's hard to believe, but soon summer will be winding down. So before the kids head back to school, why not spend some time as a family enjoying all that our community has to offer?

If you're looking for a place to get started, we've rounded up five fun things to do in the Exeter area before the kids head back to school. Pro tip: Call ahead to confirm hours and access, stay hydrated, and if you're heading outdoors, bring plenty of SPF and bug spray!

1. Tomaquag Museum

Address: 390 A Summit Road Exeter, RI 02822
Phone: 401-491-9063

Established in 1958, the Tomaquag Museum is dedicated to educating the community about Indigenous cultures in Southern New England. The museum offers several events throughout the year, including a weekly Children’s Hour that runs through Aug. 28. Children’s Hour participants learn about Indigenous art, food, technology and perspectives. Click here for more info.

2. Yawgoo Valley Water Park

Address: 160 Yawgoo Valley Rd, Exeter, RI 02822
Phone: 401-294-3802

Soak up those last lazy, hazy days of summer at Rhode Island’s only water park! Located right her in Exeter, Yawgoo Valley offers three pools, including a shallow pool for young children and a full-size swimming pool, along with two water slides. Click here for more info.

3. Hallene Farm

Address: 1 Hallene Place, Exeter RI 02822
Phone: 401-474-9326 or 401-294-3044

If you want to get your hands dirty, visit Hallene Farm to check out their selection of plants, herbs, seedlings and succulents. Along with plants and vegetables, Hallene Farm offers a fun variety of gifts and homemade crafts. Click here for more info.

4. Exeter Public Library

Address: 773 Ten Rod Rd Exeter, RI 02822
Phone: 866-315-4487

What better way to get the kids back into a learning mindset than a trip to the local library? Each week, the Exeter Public Library offers activities and crafts for kids of all ages, including weekly toddler and preschool story times on Friday mornings. Older kids can join the weekly Lego Club or Teen/Tween Art Night. Check the library's calendar for more special events planned for the rest of the summer. Click here for more info.

5. Go Play

Address: 2727 South County Trail, East Greenwich, RI 02818
Phone: 401-856-4577

Just up the road in East Greenwich, Go Play offers 12,000 square feet of space for kids to explore, run, crawl and have fun. Go Play hosts weekly events for Family Game Night and Sensory Play. Reservations are required for holidays and holidays. Click here for more info.

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