I love finding free things to do with my kids in the summer, but there are some things that are worth spending money on. Here are three Nashville memberships that have been worth every penny.
Cheekwood Estate and Gardens: With the focus on children’s literature in both the art exhibits and the storybook houses, imaginations are free to run wild. Pack a picnic and plan to spend most of the day exploring the gardens, with plenty of shade and stroller friendly pathways.
The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere: Nashville Zoo is the perfect size to take a morning stroll or make an all-day excursion. With the membership, I don’t feel bad if all we do is go to the playground.
Middle Tennessee YMCA: Summer memberships are available. They have childcare, free wifi, and swimming pools. My favorite thing is that children over seven who pass a swim test can swim while their parents are working out (or sitting inside catching up on some writing). It’s a big score for my summer sanity.