2019-WINTER RECREATION GUIDE

HISTORY PROGRAMS

DOWNERS GROVE MUSEUM  |  831 MAPLE AVE. DOWNERS GROVE, IL  |  630.963.1309

New! DIY Victorian Architecture Calling all aspiring architects! Take a tour and learn about the 19th century Victorian architecture of the 1892 Blodgett House. After the tour, create your own blueprint and build your own Victorian inspired model home! Supplies will be provided. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Age: 6+ Min/Max: 4/12 R/NR: $10/$15 Location: Downers Grove Museum Class # Date Day Time 120068-01 1/30 W 5:30-7:00pm New! Museum Movie Matinee: Little House on the Prairie Enjoy a movie and snack while watching the movie adaptation of Laura Ingalls’ popular book series Little House on the Prairie. Similar to Laura Ingalls’ story, the Blodgetts were pioneers on a journey further west. They traveled from Massachusetts and were some of the first settlers in Downers Grove. Watch pioneer-inspired struggles and events come to life on screen! Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Age: 4+ Min/Max: 4/20 R/NR: $5/$8 Location: Downers Grove Museum Class # Date Day Time 120070-01 3/2 SA 1:30-3:30pm

FAMILY PROGRAMS New! Parents and Tots: Hands on History

Get your hands on history! This programs aims to move past the normal “Don’t Touch” rule and allows children the chance to explore history with fun crafts and by getting their hands on real artifacts. A parent or guardian must accompany their child/children. Fee is per child. Age: 3-5 Min/Max: 4/10 R/NR: $5/$8 Location: Downers Grove Museum Class # Date Day Time 120067-01 1/9 W 9:30-10:15am 120067-02 2/6 W 9:30-10:15am 120067-03 3/6 W 9:30-10:15am Behind-the-Scenes Tour Take a behind the scenes tour of the Museum. Follow a museum guide through public and private museum spaces while learning about our collection and exhibits. Cost is per family. Age: All Min/Max: 3/6 Fee: $10 per family Location: Downers Grove Museum Class # Date Day Time 120069-01 1/26 SA 1:00-2:00pm 120069-02 2/23 SA 1:00-2:00pm 120069-03 3/23 SA 1:00-2:00pm

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