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The Scene – The Kohl uses technology in a clever way. A child can pick up a video phone and call someone in another part of the museum (perhaps making a new pal). There is a bank of 10 computers where children can play age-appropriate creative games (usually supervised by an adult or helpful museum volunteer). There's always a special event taking place, from teacher-led projects at various times throughout the day to birthday parties (sometimes several at a time). Adults stand by, cameras poised, as their little ones have a wonderful, exhausting day. – – The Skinny –…