DELONG / TRAVEL JOURNAL
Checking offline copy…Save / update
November 19–27, 2026 / Trip companion

Little explorers.

Short adventures, rainy-day backups, and room for tiny discoveries.

November 20–23

Fox Hill Farm

Bentonville, Bella Vista, Rogers & Jane

  1. 01

    Scott Family Amazeum

    Bentonville, AR
    Indoor · paid admission

    First pick for hands-on indoor discovery. Choose exhibits suited to your child's age; check admission and the visit calendar.

  2. 02

    Orchards Park stroll

    Bentonville, AR
    Outdoor · weather dependent

    A short outdoor walk and picnic near the museum district. This is a landscaped park outing, not a promised toddler playground.

  3. 03

    Bentonville Public Library

    Bentonville, AR
    Indoor · check program ages

    Books and a quiet indoor break. Use the library's current calendar for any scheduled storytime.

  4. 04

    Crystal Bridges family visit

    Bentonville, AR
    Indoor / outdoor · short visit

    Try a short art-looking visit and easy outdoor exploration. Family events depend on the calendar and may have age requirements.

  5. 05

    Museum of Native American History

    Bentonville, AR
    Indoor · free admission

    A free, quiet museum alternative for a brief adult-led look at artifacts. Better for looking than active play.

November 23–26

Cobb Ridge Campground

Ozark, Forsyth, Nixa, Springfield & Branson

  1. 01

    Aquarium at the Boardwalk

    Branson, MO · regional outing
    Indoor · paid admission

    First pick for an indoor fish-watching outing; move at your toddler's pace.

  2. 02

    The Butterfly Palace

    Branson, MO · regional outing
    Indoor · paid admission

    Indoor butterflies and rainforest exhibits; confirm admission and available areas.

  3. 03

    Silver Dollar City — little explorers

    Branson, MO · regional outing
    Outdoor · paid admission · ride rules

    Matches your Nov 23 plan. Half Dollar Holler is designed for ages 3–7; younger toddlers need suitable alternatives. Carousel and other rides have height/companion rules. Check the park's Nov 23 calendar.

  4. 04

    Discovery Center of Springfield

    Springfield, MO · regional outing
    Indoor · paid admission

    Choose simple hands-on exhibits for an indoor visit. Normally closed Mondays, so plan Nov 24 or 25 and verify holiday hours.

  5. 05

    WonderWorks

    Branson, MO · regional outing
    Indoor · paid admission · mixed ages

    A backup for an indoor exploration day. Many exhibits target older children; check toddler suitability and sensory comfort before purchasing.

Silver Dollar City official calendar ↗ · Check November 23 before committing to the transfer-day visit.