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Summer Fun for Kids!

Upcoming Events: Summer fun for kids!

Posted: May 20, 2010

Looking for fun, educational experiences for your kids this summer? Join our Education team for three great programs at the Spurlock Museum!

Image: program participants interact with Anubis.
The mummification god Anubis weighs the hearts of event participants. Will they be allowed to enter the afterlife?
Image: participants model ancient Greek clothing.
An ancient Greek fashion show.

Wrapped Up in Ancient Egypt

June 6, 1-4pm
Learn all about ancient Egyptian mummification and burial as you move among hands-on stations throughout the Museum. Feel and smell real mummification materials, volunteer to get "mummified" by our staff, and create your own Egyptian tomb. This program is for children 8 to 13 accompanied by a responsible adult. Admission is $3, and pre-registration is required. Contact: Kim Sheahan (217-244-3355 or ).

Image: museum director Wayne Pitard inspects a program participant's castle project.
King Sargon III (Museum Director Wayne Pitard) inspects the castle projects.

Castles, Catapults, and Coats of Arms

June 23, 9am-3pm
Ever dreamed of being a knight or lady and living in a castle? Want to build a catapult to defend your fortress or a ship to carry your spoils of war? Enjoy three days of hands-on activities based on the technology of Medieval Europe. This day camp is for children entering grades 3 to 7 in fall 2010. Registration is $75, and pre-registration is required. Contact: Brook Taylor (217-265-0474 or ).

It's All Greek to Me

July 10, 1-4pm
This program is for kids who love learning about Greek gods and heroes, daily life, and ancient sports. Wear Greek-style clothes, hear stories of strength, power, love, and friendship, and test your knowledge of the Olympic Games. This program is for children 9 to 14. Admission is $3, and pre-registration is required. Contact: Kim Sheahan (217-244-3355 or ).

Download our summer program flyer to pass along to friends and family. See you this summer!