The Museum is pleased to again host Steve Wood and his amazing performance as Abraham Lincoln. Wood’s first-person historical interpretation, “A Visit with Abraham Lincoln,” includes stories of Lincoln’s early life, campaign debates, the Civil War, and concludes with a stirring reading of the Gettysburg Address. Ticket price includes Museum admission and activities after the […]
Creativity has no age limit! Free Family Art Days at The Umbrella Arts Center are a great opportunity for families to be creative together and to enjoy art in a fun and affordable way. In this program, families will engage in art-making activities designed and taught by talented art instructors. Projects use a variety of […]
FEBRUARY VACATION WEEK: FEBRUARY 18-21 Art Explorers – #DiscoverYourArts (Ages 4-14, Grades K-8) For the first time, local kids have an opportunity to explore and discover their creative powers through hands-on work in a variety of media, STEAM activities, and performing arts genres in The Umbrella's newly constructed, accessible, well-outfitted arts classrooms, dance studio and […]
Drop the kids off for an afternoon of crafting at the studio. Sign up individual days. Everyday will be a different workshop/theme, different projects/theme each day 1:30-4:00. Tuesday -2/18- Mosaics - Tiny Tile Mosaics will teach us how to create our own work of art using recycled glass tiles. Wednesday 2/19 - Peace & Kindness […]
The Concord Free Public Library (129 Main Street) invites teens in grades 6-8 to attend a special book discussion on Tuesday, February 18 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Are you tired of book clubs that force you to read a specific title? Do you want to talk about books you love and find new ones […]
Suitable for all ages! Ideal for families! Take a trip into the past during an interactive tour of Orchard House with an expert, authentically costumed guide portraying an Alcott family member or one of their famous friends. Hear fascinating anecdotes and learn first-hand about their lives and times; play a 19th-century game and sing period songs […]
Vs. Walpole High School
Come learn fascinating facts about these enchanting insects who have been on Earth at least for 56 million years! Dissect the butterfly's myths and legends in different cultures; distinguish characteristics of the five butterfly families; wing coloration, feeding behavior, mating and migration will be discussed. Local naturalist, John Root, returns to the COA ad offers […]
Children ages four and up are invited to create their own fairy crowns and wands! Everything from ribbons and fabric to buttons and other embellishments will be on hand to help kids bring their creative vision to life. Advance online registration is required, beginning February 1.
