Historic Eddy Kite Workshop

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Venue:	Blue Hills Observatory & Science Center
Hours:	9:30 to 4:00pm
Ages:	Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Indoor, Outdoor
Cost:	$$ see below
Category:	Arts & Crafts

Scott Skinner, president of The Drachen Foundation and board member of the Blue Hill Observatory Science Center will teach participants how to build a replica kite. The Eddy is a diamond design which features a bow that makes the kite very stable. The materials and design are the same as used here at BHO in the 1890s.

The kit requires sewing. Please bring a sewing machine if possible. This program blends the construction of your kite with a history lesson and discussions about engineering. It is geared for ages 14 and above. Lunch and snacks will be provided.

COST

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$80.00 discounts for AKA and other kite clubs, WGBH, BHOSC and Mass Audubon members.

WEBSITE

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www.bluehill.org

LOCATION

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1904 Canton Avenue; Summit of Great Blue, Milton, MA, 02186 map
Phone: (617) 696-0562

We are located atop Great Blue Hill off Route 138 just north of Route 93 (Exit 2B)
Exact directions will be given to registrants over the phone or E-mail.

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This is one of many kite and other programs through the year. Visit www.bluehill.org to check the calendar and learn more about the oldest continually operating weather observatory in North America.