Latest news with #TheChildren'sMuseumofIndianapolis
Black America Web
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
You Geaux, Girl! Princess Tiana Is Taking Her Enchanted Talents On A Nationwide ‘Joyful Celebration' Tour In 2027
Source: Walt Disney World A timeee was had at Disney's Big Easy brunch experience during Essence Fest 2025 in NOLA where creatives from Walt Disney Imagineering and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis announced Tiana's Joyful Celebration–a nationwide traveling exhibition coming to a museum near you in 2026. The innovative exhibition will allow visitors to help Tiana with her community parade through a fun-filled series of interactive experiences inspired by Tiana's Bayou Adventure attraction which launched at both Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort last year. Source: Disney Beginning March 7, 2026, the exhibition kicks off at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis–the largest children's museum in the world–before expanding to 12 additional cities during a nationwide tour in 2027. Surrounded by love and wonder at NOLA's famed Dooky Chase's restaurant, guests were treated to delicious delicacies along with a special unveiling of concept art of the exhibition and a photo moment with Princess Tiana herself. Source: Disney Between beignets and buttered biscuits, we chatted with visionary Carmen Smith, Senior Vice President, Creative Development – Product/Content & Inclusive Strategies, who gushed about the upcoming exhibition which extends Tiana's beloved story beyond the parks. Source: Disney 'We want people who may not know her to get to know this beautiful princess who is full of strength and vigor and pride and joy,' said Smith who underscored the importance of bringing Tiana to families who may not be able to make it to the parks just yet. 'What makes [Tiana] so unique is she lives in all of us,' she added. 'This is a character that people identify with–that people from all walks can aspire to.' Building on the success of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the Disney brand continues to thrive, especially at Disneyland Resort which celebrated its 70th Anniversary this week. Bustling with the brightest blues and pinkest pinks, the storied park brought together starry-eyed guests for an epic celebration at the happiest place on Earth. 'I'm excited!' said Sybil Crum, Vice President of Marketing & Commercial Strategy at Disneyland Resort, about the future of Disneyland Resort. 'I don't think there's any better way to describe it–just really excited. Happy. Grateful. Thinking about what's next–Walt Disney had a great quote, 'Disneyland will never be finished as there's imagination left in the world,' and there's plenty of imagination left.' Source: Disneyland Resort For more info on all things Disney Parks, click here. The post You Geaux, Girl! Princess Tiana Is Taking Her Enchanted Talents On A Nationwide 'Joyful Celebration' Tour In 2027 appeared first on Bossip. SEE ALSO You Geaux, Girl! Princess Tiana Is Taking Her Enchanted Talents On A Nationwide 'Joyful Celebration' Tour In 2027 was originally published on
USA Today
14-07-2025
- USA Today
Cool escapes: Top indoor activities, attractions for hot summer days
There are plenty of attractions across the US that offer fun indoor activities on a hot day – Photo courtesy of Sarah Miller / Color Factory With the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasting above normal temperatures for much of the United States and, particularly, the Northeast this summer, people are adjusting their vacation and travel plans to include more indoor activities and attractions. Madison Pietrowski of GetYourGuide, an online marketplace for travel activities, can attest to this trend. 'During NYC's heat dome in June, 100% of the top 10 most-booked experiences for these days were at indoor attractions or on the water, with the majority being indoors," she says. "It's clear that both New Yorkers and visitors were desperate to escape the heat, either through air-conditioned tours or breezy cruises.' Advertisement Thankfully, there are numerous things to do inside that will keep you cool and entertained. To help kickstart your planning, here are a few indoor activities and attractions worth checking out this summer, to include several 10BEST Readers' Choice award winners. Make a splash at an indoor water park Among indoor activities, an indoor water park always makes a splash with kiddos – Photo courtesy of Kalahari Resorts & Conventions One of the most popular things to do on a hot day is splash around at an indoor water park. Playing in the wave pools, water slides, lazy rivers, and splash pads of these indoor water wonderlands is a fun way to beat the heat. For instance, the water parks at Kalahari Resorts feature uphill water coasters, surfing simulators, a virtual reality water slide, and an exclusive water play area for young visitors. At time of publication, park locations include Round Rock, Texas; Sandusky, Ohio; Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin; and Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania. Stroll the galleries at a museum The Children's Museum of Indianapolis offers many things to do inside on a hot day – Photo courtesy of The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Museums provide an interesting way to escape the high temps. Maybe it's teaching the kids about dinosaurs, or perhaps it's taking a deep dive into presidential history. In New York, a top-trending indoor activity on GetYourGuide is the MoMA Before-Hours Tour with Art Expert. Advertisement 'Our MoMA Before-Hours Tour is an amazing way to escape New York City's summer heat while soaking in iconic culture,' Pietrowski says. 'Visitors get a rare experience to explore the museum galleries before the crowds rush in for the day with an expert art historian guide. It's an ideal blend of comfort and culture, especially on hot days when travelers are looking to stay cool without missing out.' Explore underwater wonders at an aquarium This award-winning aquarium in Springfield, Missouri, boasts more than 1.5 miles of immersive galleries – Photo courtesy of Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium When it comes to indoor attractions, aquariums rank high on the list. You can spend time sitting in the dark, watching schools of fish, sharks, turtles, and other marine life swim away the hours. One of the best spots for doing just that is the award-winning Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri. Here you can see more than 35,000 animals representing more than 800 species. Galleries range from a three-story saltwater aquarium that highlights the Great Barrier Reef to a sunken shipwreck teeming with marine life to a murky swamp filled with nocturnal animals. Indulge in retail therapy at an indoor mall Aside from shopping, this Florida mall offers many indoor attractions, such as an art collection – Photo courtesy of Aventura Mall Indoor malls are ideal for escaping hot weather. They offer something for every age and interest. For example, Florida's award-winning Aventura Mall — the state's largest mall — is home to more than 300 retailers, over 50 restaurants, and an extensive art collection. Try your luck at a casino Hitting a casino is a sure bet among indoor activities — just make sure you quit while you're ahead – Photo courtesy of Yaamava' Resort & Casino When you're looking for some adults-only indoor activities, check out the action at a local casino. Maybe you like to try the slots, or perhaps you prefer one of the table games like blackjack or craps. Or it could be the action of a high-stakes game in a private room. Whatever your game, a great casino to check out is the Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel in Highland, California. This casino has over 7,000 slot machines and more than 150 table games, plus five high-limit games where you can test your skills. Do you have what it takes to beat Lady Luck? Take a spin around an indoor skating rink There's nothing cooler hanging at an indoor ice skating rink when temperatures outside are soaring – Photo courtesy of Galleria Dallas
