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Dates:Tue from 2/17/15 - 2/17/15
Hours:2:00 PM
Ages:Kids, Adults
In/Outdoor:Indoor
Cost:$$ see below
Category:School Vacation

Tuesday, February 17, 2:00 PM
HOW WE MADE “THE MOVIES”
A Vacation Week Family Program Come to the Jackson Homestead for a hands-on approach to trace how projected still images went to animated feature length films.

You can check out an authentic Magic Lantern, use old-fashioned stereoscopes, and make your own zoetrope to take home!

Learn about the art and history of movie technology in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Finish your journey with a short film and popcorn!

Cost: $25 per family ($20 for members) includes museum admission, materials, and snack.

Prepaid registration is required, limit 25; call 617.796.1450 to register.

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$25 per family ($20 for members) includes museum admission, materials, and snack. Prepaid registration is required, limit 25; call 617.796.1450 to register.

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www.historicnewton.org

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527 Washington Street, Newton, MA, 02458 map
Phone: 617.796.1450

At the Jackson Homestead and Museum, 527 Washington Street, at the corner of Jackson Road in Newton Corner, 02458. Free Parking in the parking lot.

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