No skates required! Photo by Mommy Poppins

How can you possibly skate without biting temperatures and fear of falling on ice, you ask? By skating in your socks, of course! This winter-themed exhibit includes an indoor "skating rink," an enclosed oval-shaped area with a smooth, white floor perfect for sliding around in socks. There's festive music playing and snowflake lights dancing around the rink, not to mention a few museum staff members in elf attire encouraging and twirling with skaters on the rink. 

There are also periodic extra activities in the Snowmazing! space, like "snow" fort building and other winter-themed brain-teasers. Our recommendation is to check the calendar on the museum's website for daily activities.

Perfect for skating newbies and veterans trying to escape the cold weather, this exhibit is fast becoming a winter staple in Boston. It is free with admission to the Children's Museum and open until January 28, so what are you waiting for? Don your skates—er, socks—and get out on the "ice!"