April School Vacation Week: Old State House
| Hours: | 10:00am-4:00pm |
| Ages: | Kids |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor |
| Cost: | $ see below |
| Category: | School Vacation |
Monday, April 19
A Sailor's Life
Make and take home your own piece of scrimshaw - whale bone carving, which was a popular pastime for sailors and learn to tie sailing knots
Tuesday, April 20
Colonial Broadsides
Broadsides were one-sided printed sheets that were posted in public places around town and read at public meetings. The broadsides could be official notices, petitions, advertisements, or special news items. Come to the Old State House to make your own 18th-century-style broadside to take home and share.
Wednesday, April 21
Optical Toys
In the early 19th century, people began to notice that the eye can be tricked into seeing something that isn’t really there. This was the beginning of animation and eventually movie making, but before the technology got that advanced, children played with toys that created optical illusions. Come and try them out for yourself!
Thursday, April 22
Tin Punching
In the colonial era, Boston’s homes were lit by candlelight. Candles were often put in hole-punched tin lanterns, which were both decorative and functional. Learn how these lanterns were made by making your own punched tin decoration.
Friday, April 23
Tavern Games
Experience the atmosphere of a colonial tavern with an assortment of fun, family-friendly games, and activities!
| COST | ↑ top |
Free with museum admission. Adults $5, St/Sr $4, Kids 6-18 $1, and Kids from MA free.
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
www.bostonhistory.org/?s=osh&p=calendar#aprilvaca
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
206 Washington Street, Boston, MA, 02109 map
Phone: 617-720-1713 x27
| RELATED LINKS | ↑ top |
- Profiles
- Localities
Info changes frequently. We cannot warrant it. Verify with April School Vacation Week: Old State House before making the trek. If you find an error, please report it...