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Talks & Tours History Explorers

History Explorers Club: Pets of the Revolution

September 25, 2021 from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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Was George Washington a cat person or a dog person? We’ll discover the animal friends of the Revolution, like Ben Franklin’s pet squirrel Mungo. Bring your own furry friend and hear about the pets of the American Revolutionary era.

History Explorers Club playdates are best enjoyed by ages 7-11 but fun for all kids.

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Two white male adolescents, both standing at a wooden table, interact with a play tea set. The adolescent on the left is pretending to pour tea into a silver teacup from a silver teapot. The adolescent on the right has his hand on the teacup saucer. Both are dressed in Revolutionary-era outfits.
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Talks & Tours History Explorers

History Explorers Club: Who Wears What: Picking Uniforms in the Revolutionary War

October 23, 2021 from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Learn about the Revolutionary War wardrobe of uniforms, hats, dresses, and accessories to discover what you might have worn during the American Revolution at our family-friendly October History Explorers Club.
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Two people look at a computer with the Timeline of the American Revolution on the screen

At-Home Activities

Experience the Museum from anywhere with digital experiences, hands-on activities, and more.
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A "make-your-own" Washington's tent craft using with paper.

At-Home Crafts & Activities

Check out a selection of historically inspired crafts and activities below that families can make and do at home.
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