An old elementary school is the perfect location for the Gilbert Historical Museum. Listed on the National Registry for Historical Buildings, you can view the artifacts from the past and tour an old Gilbert landmark. An old covered wagon and military relics are just a few of the exhibits there.

If you have a large family, there may not be a better outdoors spot for a picnic or gathering than Kiwanis Park. Set aside from the playing fields, just over the hill from the lake, are a pair of covered tables. Each table holds 20 people with a six foot BBQ grill right there for use! How's that for hosting your large family.