Museum Calendar 2008

revised 3/27/08

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New Exhibit, Tuesday, March 4th Regular Hours Ever wonder what people did for a stomach aliment or toothache in the 18th and 19th centuries? Learn about the miracle of "modern" medicine during Colonial America in METC's new exhibit, Crafting Cures. Visitors will discover various remedies, medicines, instruments and tools commonly used in the practice of medicine during this time period. For more information call 973-377-2982 x10. Regular Admission. Kids' Club, April Showers…, Wednesday, April 9th 3:30 PM Rain sticks are a traditional craft of the Native Americans. The soothing sounds made by the rain stick and the beauty of the rain stick can soothe anyone, even on a rainy April day! Learn the history of rain sticks, hear stories about them and make one to take home. Kids' Club is a special monthly after-school program for children ages 7-11. Sessions are $13 for members and $15 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. Call 973-377-2982 x12 for more information. Family Fun Day, Saturday, April 12th 1 PM - 3 PM April is National Poetry Month. Celebrate the month by creating Sidewalk Poetry on the Museum’s walkways. If you don’t have a poem to write, you can look at the Museum’s beautiful stained glass windows, and copy one of the sayings for your “poem.” Advanced registration recommended, call 973-377-2982 x12. Regular Admission. Curator's Tours, Sunday, April 13th 1 PM & 3 PM Join Museum Curator Peter Rothenberg for an in-depth tour of the new exhibit Crafting Cures. Learn about the artifacts on display and the Early American methods used in the field of medicine. Advanced registration recommended, call 973-377-2982 x14. Regular Admission. ECLC Art Show, Thursday, April 17th - Sunday, April 27th Regular Hours Art work by student artists of the ECLC of New Jersey in Chatham, will be on a special display throughout the week. This program was made possible in part by the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area. For more information call 973-377-2982 x12. Regular Admission. George & the Dragon, Wednesday, April 23rd 4 PM - 6 PM Come to the Museum on St. George Day for an afternoon of family-friendly storytelling and dragon experiences. Hear the wonderful tale of St. George and the Dragon, along with a few others. Dragon crafts and activities will also be included. Advanced registration recommended, call 973-377-2982 x12. $5 for adults and $3 for ALL participating children. Queen Victoria, Victorianism and the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, Sunday, April 27th 5 - 6 PM The acclaimed author and lecturer, Dr. Elliot Engel, will present his fascinating and humorous presentation on the connection between the Victorian age and the Victorian era James Library, the current home of the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts. This program was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Advanced registration recommended, call 973-377-2982 x14. Admission fee: Museum Members $3, Non-members $8. Stone Carving Workshop, Sat, May 3rd, Sun, May 4th & Sat, May 10th 10 AM - 1 PM Learn the art of stone carving with acclaimed master stone carver Franco Minervini. The Museum will once again offer adults a three day workshop, where participants will have the opportunity to assist in the carving of a stone gargoyle using traditional and modern tools. Workshop fee is $80 for members & $90 for non-members (includes all three classes). Pre-registration required. For a brochure or more information call 973-377-2982 x14. Kids' Club, …Bring May Flowers, Wednesday, May 7th 3:30 PM Tour the new exhibit Crafting Cures and learn about Early American medical practices, including centuries-old herbal cures. Become part of the exhibit by planning and planting a special Kids' Club Herb Garden, and continue to watch it grow through the end of the school year! Bring home a special potted plant just in time for Mother's Day. Kids' Club is a special monthly after-school program for children ages 7-11. Sessions are $13 for members and $15 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. Call 973-377-2982 x12 for more information. Family Fun Day, Saturday, May 10th 1 PM - 3 PM Create a lovely Mother's Day themed craft. Enjoy a day out with the family and discover new and exciting things from our newest exhibit. Advanced registration recommended, call 973-377-2982 x12. Regular Admission. A Nervous Fever: Tracing the Last Days of James Parker, Saturday, May 24th 2 PM Some speculated that New Jersey's first printer was murdered by the Sons of Liberty to prevent his testifying in a New York sedition trial. His family, however, recorded his death as from a "nervous fever." Join historian Gordon Bond as he discusses the final days of premiere Colonial printer, James Parker. The presentation will explore the murder theory, trace Parker's last days and examine the vagrancies of colonial medicine. For more information call 973-377-2982 x14. Regular Admission. Luke Miller Day, Saturday, May 31st TBA Celebrate local hero Luke Miller. More information to come. Kids' Club, Grand Old Flag, Wednesday, June 11th 3:30 PM Just in time for Flag Day, learn about the origins of our American flag and the changes that have taken place with the flag over the years. Make a flag to display proudly for Flag Day! Kids' Club is a special monthly after-school program for children ages 7-11. Sessions are $13 for members and $15 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. Call 973-377-2982 x12 for more information. Family Fun Day, Saturday, June 14th 1 PM - 3 PM What could be better than a handmade gift for dad? Join our Educator at the Museum and make a Father's Day themed craft. Advanced registration recommended, call 973-377-2982 x12. Regular Admission. Summer History Camp, Monday - Friday, July 7th - 11th & 14th - 18th 9 AM - 2 PM Once again the Museum will host its popular Summer History Camp, where children ages 7-11 have a unique opportunity to learn about history, be creative and make new friends. The 2-week camp offers 2 programs: Medicinal Herbs & Plants and Buttoning up History. Campers can take part in one or both weeks. Pre-registration is required. Members Fee: $160 for one week and $300 for two ($20 discount), Non-members Fee: $175 for one week and $325 for two ($25 discount). For more information call 973-377-2982 x12. Family Fun Day, Ice Cream Social, Saturday, July 12th 1 PM - 3 PM Cool off from the hot summer sun at METC's annual Ice Cream Social. Enjoy a delicious ice cream sundae and participate in the fun games and craft activities going on. Drop in any time between the hours of 1-3 pm to participate. Advanced registration recommended, call 973-377-2982 x12 for more information. $3.00 for all members & $5.00 for all non-members. Movie Night, Friday, August 15th 8 PM Bring the family and a blanket to the Museum's lawn for a family friendly movie night under the stars. Enjoy a bag of freshly popped popcorn and a lovely summer's night out with your family. If inclement weather, Movie Night will be held Friday, August 22nd at 8 PM. Call 973-377-2982 x14. FREE! Early American History Day, Saturday, August 16th TBA Explore the various trades and crafts practiced during Colonial America. More information to come Bottle Hill Day, Saturday, October 4h 11 AM - 4 PM Visit the Museum during this annual town festival. Explore our different exhibits and participate in some fun activities. More information to come. FREE! METC Annual Fundraiser, TBA Come out and support the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts. More information to come.

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