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Dec 27,2012 - Jan 03, 2013

DEC

THU 27

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Extended Hours: 9:30am-5:00pm!

09:30, for All ages

Come and spend the day with us!
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Meet the Holiday: Kwanzaa Celebration!

11:30, for 5 and under

Kwanzaa is celebrated all around the world. Explore this African-inspired holiday by learning about the traditions, culture and meaning of this holiday. Create a Kwanzaa-inspired craft to take home.
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National Grid’s Earthworks: Aw, Ginger Snap!

01:30, for 4 and up

Learn about all the plants that go into making your favorite holiday cookie. Grind cinnamon tree bark, clove flower buds, and hardy wheat seeds. Explore sugar cane stems and ginger rhizomes. Reward your scientific brains with a sweet treat! Sponsored by National Grid.
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Sensory Room Family Hours

02:00, for All ages

Over, under, swing and rock as you explore our newest space at BCM. Unlock doors on our Sensory Snake or relax and read on our fluff chair mountain This is an inclusive space that engages children of all abilities. This room provides a welcoming environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Space is limited; availability on first come, first served basis.
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Meet the Holiday: Kwanzaa Celebration!

02:30, for 5 and under

Kwanzaa is celebrated all around the world. Explore this African-inspired holiday by learning about the traditions, culture and meaning of this holiday. Create a Kwanzaa-inspired craft to take home.
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Feeding Frenzy

03:30, for All ages

Come see what’s on the menu today for our scaly-friends. Join us as we feed the animals in our exhibit.
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Live Animal Encounter

04:15, for All ages

Learn about and touch live animals from the Museum’s living exhibit.

FRI 28

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Extended Hours: 9:30am-5:00pm!

09:30, for All ages

Come and spend the day with us!
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Meet the Holiday: Kwanzaa Celebration!

11:30, for 5 and under

Kwanzaa is celebrated all around the world. Explore this African-inspired holiday by learning about the traditions, culture and meaning of this holiday. Create a Kwanzaa-inspired craft to take home.
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Meet the Holiday: Kwanzaa Celebration!

02:30, for 5 and under

Kwanzaa is celebrated all around the world. Explore this African-inspired holiday by learning about the traditions, culture and meaning of this holiday. Create a Kwanzaa-inspired craft to take home.
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Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Family, Community, and Culture

02:30, for 4 and up

A candlelit feast and gift giving often marks the festivity of Kwanzaa. Learn about the holiday’s traditions and celebrations. Get hands-on with your Kuumba, or Creativity, and take home your own Kwanzaa-inspired craft!
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Meet and Greet: Creatures of the Sea

03:30, for All ages

Discover how diverse life really is under the sea by exploring animals up close and personal!
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Live Animal Encounter

04:15, for All ages

Learn about and touch live animals from the Museum’s living exhibit.

SAT 29

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Extended Hours: 9:30am-5:00pm!

09:30, for All ages

Come and spend the day with us!
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Meet the Holiday: Kwanzaa Celebration!

11:30, for 5 and under

Kwanzaa is celebrated all around the world. Explore this African-inspired holiday by learning about the traditions, culture and meaning of this holiday. Create a Kwanzaa-inspired craft to take home.