YOUTH AND FAMILY EDUCATION

Hands-on exploration is a source of delight and wonder for children and adults alike. The Museum offers a variety of tours, programs, classes, and demonstrations themed around both our permanent and temporary exhibits to encourage inquiry and discovery. FAMILY PROGRAMS December - 2009nuary - 2008 5 Saturday 12 - 4:00 p.m Family Day: The Gift of Art Join the festivities and watch artist demonstrations, create your own miniature work of art, and more. Free with regular Museum admission. January - 2010nuary - 2008 16 Saturday 1 - 3:00 p.m Film Screening of "Auburn Our Story: The Auburn Yard Don’t miss this opportunity to view the Museum’s Our Story presentation on the Auburn Yard. Free with regular Museum admission. February - 2010nuary - 2008 16 Saturday 12:00-4:00 p.m Movie Day at the Museum! Kids will enjoy two back-to-back movies, as well as popcorn and juice. $8. Kids ages 6 – 12, movies rated PG. Call 253-288-7439 to register. 19-20 Fri-Saturday 7 p.m - 9 a.m Overnight at the Museum! Friday, February 19, 7 p.m. overnight to Saturday, February, 20 9 a.m. Kids will enjoy a flashlight tour, movie, snacks, a scavenger hunt and craft. $30. Kids ages 8 – 12. Call 253-288-7439 to register. March - 2010nuary - 2008 13 Saturday 1:00-3:00 p.m Morse Code Performance by the Morse Telegraph Club Dashes and dots prevail as old time operators in full costume send telegraph messages throughout the Museum. Bring the whole family to this incredible performance. Special admission of $2 for children and seniors, $3 for adults will be charged. April - 2010nuary - 2008 10 Saturday 12:00-4:00 p.m Family Day: Railroad Adventures Get on the right track for fun at this family friendly celebration of railroading. Games, crafts, and special guests make this an event you don’t want to miss! Free with regular Museum admission. TOURS Tour programs are available for preschool groups, home-schooled groups, church groups, birthday parties, Boy and Girl Scout groups, and many more. Whether your group is researching Native American lore, genealogy, American culture and heritage, or railroading we can be of service!