Mason Jar Lantern Workshop
Celebrate the upcoming Ipswich Art Show and Ipswich Illuminated event by making and decorating a (plastic) mason jar lantern.
When:
October 10, 2012 3-5 pm
Location:
Crafts
Lacecraft for Kids
Kids will learn about the lace industry in Ipswich, view lace from the Museum’s collection and complete some lacy crafts. Complements summer exhibit. For all ages.
When:
Tuesday, August 22, 2012 3-5pm
Location:
Morning at the Museum: Dogtown Botany
Kids will learn about the plants that can be found in Dogtown, then make a project with found objects! Morning at the Museum is a drop-off program for children ages 6 to 12 that's full of art and history activities. Space is limited; reservations are required.
When:
Tuesday, August 21, 2012 10-11:15am
Location:
Morning at the Museum: Dogtown Geology
Kids will learn about the rocks that make Dogtown unique, then make their own rock painting. Morning at the Museum is a drop-off program for children ages 6 to 12 that's full of art and history activities. Space is limited; reservations are required.
When:
Thursday, August 16, 2012 10-11:15am
Location:
Collograph Marine Printing Workshop and Exhibit
Maritime Gloucester students will learn collograph print making with local artist Camilla MacFadyen. You will build collograph printing plates out of seaweed collected on site and print some 30 yards of blue and green silk charmeuse and organza with the patterns of the sea.
When:
Monday & Wednesday, August 13 & 15, 2012 1-5pm
Location:
By Hook or by Crook
Kids will learn about the traditional art of rug hooking and try hooking their own sample. This program complements our summer exhibit. Ages 6 and up. Pre-registration recommended.
When:
Tuesday, August 15, 2012 3-5pm
Location:
Kite Day in Beverly
The Beverly Rec Department and the Wenham Council on Aging are hosting a kite day at Build a Kite... Enjoy great food... Learn How to Fly a Kite... Watch Professional Kite Flyers... $5 per person or $20 per family. Food and beverages available. To pre-register, contact the Wenham Council on Aging at (978) 468-5529
When:
Saturday, August 11, 2012 10am-4pm
Location:
Imagine, Sing, & Learn 6A: Beat the Heat!
This parent/child program is designed for the creative, curious, and active preschooler. Each 90-minute session offers a structured series of activities including original songs, movement, dramatic play, hands-on science, and a thematic snack. When it's time to go home, you'll receive coloring pages, song lyrics, vocabulary, a fun fact sheet, and a suggested reading list via email.
When:
Thu, Jun 21, 2012 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location:
Super Hero Celebration
Up, up and away! Grab your cape and fly over to a party that’s out of this world! Test your superpowers in an obstacle course; make a mystical mask and, fuel up on Superman cake.
Ages 3+.
When:
Wednesday, June 27, 2012 1-3pm
Location:
A Splendiferous Fancy Nancy Party
Wear your most glamorous frock and sparkly accessories and celebrate the museum’s 90th birthday! Join Fancy Nancy’s swanky neighbor Mrs. Devine as we make a fabulous butterfly craft, nibble on cupcakes and sip something sweet. Ages 4+
When:
Tuesday, June 26, 2012 1-3pm
Location:
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Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
