I recently visited ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, and it was such a fun and enriching experience—especially if you have little ones. I went on a weekday and there was no wait at all, which made things so much smoother. The center is incredibly...
Read MoreI recently visited ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, and it was such a fun and enriching experience—especially if you have little ones. I went on a weekday and there was no wait at all, which made things so much smoother. The center is incredibly family-friendly, with three engaging floors of exhibits that are mostly interactive and hands-on. My toddler was completely absorbed in the engineering area on the first floor, which had enough space and materials for multiple kids to explore and build.
The third floor was another highlight, with water play stations, science experiments, and even a cozy little library. Some sections were under renovation during our visit, but there was still plenty to see and do. We caught a live eel feeding demo—not the most thrilling part, but still interesting to watch.
The mini café and market-style setup added a nice touch, giving it a warm, local feel. I also really appreciated the solar panel structure in the parking lot—it provides shade and promotes clean energy, which I found genuinely cool.
Parking isn’t free ($3/hour via ParkMobile), but it’s manageable. The gift shop had some lovely books and toys as well.
Overall, it’s a great place to spend a few hours learning, playing, and making memories. Highly recommended!
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