Not every family can make a trip to Washington, D.C., and because of increasing security measures, even fewer can get into the White House for a personal tour. But it is possible for children to experience a little of the executive office by visiting one of the many presidential libraries around the country.

In the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, for example, guests of all ages can step aboard the Boeing 707 that was used as Air Force One during the tenure of seven presidents; view a Marine Helicopter Squadron One aircraft up close; and witness a U.S. Army MP patrol a re-creation of Checkpoint Charlie, the border crossing of the Berlin Wall.

Air Force One. Photo: Courtesy of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.

At the beautifully designed William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum in Littlerock, Arkansas, children can walk through a faithful re-creation of the Clinton Oval Office, complete with reproductions of the artwork that hung on the walls and the knick knacks that decorated Clinton’s desktop. Children will also enjoy interactive video stations where they can learn about everyday life in the Clinton White House—from what it’s like to dine in the presidential mansion to what it’s like to be a first pet.

In addition to the permanent collections in these presidential libraries, kids will get a kick out of many of the rotating exhibitions. Currently the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston, Massachusetts, features the kid-friendly “Moon Shot—JFK and Space Exploration,” which displays a model of the Friendship 7 capsule manned by John Glenn when he became the first American astronaut to orbit the earth in 1962; an actual Mercury spacesuit; and letters and memos written by the late president, chronicling Kennedy’s interest in space.

Want to find something to do this Labor Day weekend? For those of you in the Southern California area, Knott’s Berry Farm, home to the beloved Snoopy and his Peanuts gang, will be hosting the 3rd Annual Vurtego World Championships of Pogo Sticking.

Twenty expert pogo stickers will showcase their talent and skills in a multi-event competition, which takes place on Monday, Sept. 1. Events will include the Free Ride, the High Jump and the challenging Obstacle Course. Guests to the park will have a chance to watch some of the most talented pogo stickers in North America, several of whom have been featured on television shows such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, America’s Got Talent, Late Show with David Letterman and The Today Show.

Over the past few years, pogo sticks have evolved from childhood toys to innovative, action sport equipment. The new technology has help to elevate the sport from mere child’s play to a hard-core, high-bouncing sport. The use of lightweight air springs helps propel athletes as high as 8 feet into the air. These technological improvements also mean that these daredevils can do some impressive flips and tricks, like jumping over cars! “This is really a brand new sport that’s really as urban as it gets. It will be fun to watch it grow,” says Brian Spencer, founder of Vurtego Pogo Sticks, which will be sponsoring the event, and host of Planet X, a nationally syndicated action sports TV show.

The event begins at 11 a.m. in Calico Square in the Ghost Town area of Knott’s Berry Farm. Audience members will also have a chance to participate in some pogo stick competitions and have the opportunity to win prizes.

Entrance to the competition is included with park admission. To purchase tickets or learn more about Knott’s Berry Farm, visit knotts.com.