Are you itching to get out of the house? As we all know, winters in Ohio can get chilly and depressing, but why let the season fly by when you can still get out and pass the time without jet setting to warmer climates. Summer is filled with BBQs, boat rides, and outdoor adventures, but we have no doubts you can make memories and have just as much learning, creating, and playing both inside and out.

The next time you’re bored at home going stir crazy and wondering what to do head out and check out these 10 activities to do in the colder months.

Are you itching to get out of the house? As we all know, winters in Ohio can get chilly and depressing, but why let the season fly by when you can still get out and pass the time without jet setting to warmer climates. Summer is filled with BBQs, boat rides, and outdoor adventures, but we have no doubts you can make memories and have just as much learning, creating, and playing both inside and out.

The next time you’re bored at home going stir crazy and wondering what to do head out and check out these 10 activities to do in the colder months.

1

America's Packard Museum

420 S Ludlow St, Dayton, OH 45402

Head to the America's Packard Museum to visit the largest public collection of Packard automobiles and memorabilia in the world.

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2

The Dayton Art Institute

456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH 45405

Embark on an interactive self-guided tour at The Dayton Art Institute, titled "What is a Masterpiece?" Explore 100 remarkable works of art from the museum's collection through QR codes that bring each piece to life.

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3

Wright Dunbar Interpretive Center

16 S Williams St, Dayton, OH 45402

Explore the interpretive exhibits and displays which give insight into the lives and aviation journey of Dayton's most famous figures, Wilbur and Orville Wright.

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4

National Museum of the United States Air Force

1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, OH 45433

Take in a stunning overview of Air Force and military aviation history at the National Museum of the United States Air Force, the world’s largest and oldest military aviation museum, with over 350 planes on display.

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5

Armstrong Air & Space Museum

500 Apollo Dr, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Discover the history of space exploration and the pioneering achievements of Neil Armstrong and other notable Ohioans at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum.

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6

RiverScape MetroPark

237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402

Strap on your ice skates and head to RiverScape MetroPark, home to the region’s largest outdoor ice rink, for an exhilarating winter adventure.

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7

Airstream Heritage Center

1001 W Pike St, Jackson Center, OH 45334

Grab some friends and head to the Airstream Heritage Center. These iconic trailers and caravans are iconic pieces of Americana, and you can dive into over 100 years of their history right at Airstream’s headquarters.

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8

Hawthorn Hill

901 Harman Ave, Dayton, OH 45419

Take a tour of Hawthorn Hill, the success mansion that was home to Orville Wright.

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9

Table 33

45 W 4th St, Dayton, OH 45402

End the day with dinner at Table 33, a popular downtown farm-to-table restaurant known for its fresh, locally-sourced cuisine.

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10

The Century Bar

18 S Jefferson St, Dayton, OH 45402

After dinner, unwind with drinks at The Century Bar, a charming downtown spot known for its intimate ambiance and historic charm.

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