CHILDREN’S HISTORY HOUR Arches to Zigzags – Celebrating National Historic Preservation Month! Wednesday, May 15 & Saturday, May 25, 9:00 – 10:00 am Explore the ABCs of architecture! We’ll read Arches to Zigzags by Michael J. Crosbie and explore the architectural details of CSPM. Ages 3-6 and their favorite adult explore through story time, a family-friendly tour, activity, and craft. Reservations required. FAMILY WEEKEND WORKSHOPS (Advanced registration required. Each session is limited to 30 guests) June 8, 15, 22 & 29 Session #1: 10:15 – 11:00 am & Session #2: 1:00 – 1:45 pm Use your five senses during this family-friendly program, engage in our Maker Space for a craft, experiment, or fun activity highlighting regional history. Recommended for families with children 6 and older. June 8: Quilting Stories Early settlers created beautiful quilts not only to keep warm, but to preserve memories of community and family. Join the Piecing Partners Quilt Guild to learn basic quilting techniques and take home your own mug rug! June 15: Creative Culinary Clear Green Turtle. Oyster Patti. Fancy Cake. These are just some items featured on historic menus from the Antlers Hotel! We’ll explore the culinary history of the region and create a special recipe in the Maker Space. June 22: City of Sunshine Throughout the 19th and 20th century, Colorado Springs was a major treatment center for Tuberculosis. Explore the power of the sun while creating solar nature prints. June 29: Order in the Court We’ll explore the Division 1 Courtroom and look for clues of the distant past. Did you know CSPM is housed in the historic El Paso County Courthouse? Create the imitation marble (scagliola) seen throughout the building in the Makers Space. Families keep exploring! After the events don’t miss the interactive “Trade at Bent’s Fort” or explore with Max the Marmot, a Picture Hunt through CSPM. MUSELETTER MAY 2019| PG 4
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