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Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum to offer
Little Historians program for children 2-4 in February and March
WETHERSFIELD, Conn. (January 6, 2010) –It’s never too early to learn about the past! In February and March, the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum in Wethersfield will offer Little Historians, a special program for children ages 2-4 and their caregivers. The classes are a great way to combine learning, fun, and social skills while meeting new friends!
In each session, history will be brought to life through stories, songs, dance, and other activities. Young children will learn and play while engaging in fun, educational activities with their parents or caregivers and other children. A snack will be provided each week.
Session 1, Little Historians Take a Holiday February 3,10,17 and 24 from 10 -11 a.m. Learn the history and customs of different holidays.
Session 2, Little Historians Travel Through Time March 3,10,17, and 31 from 10 -11 a.m. Explore different time periods throughout history.
Each month’s session is $45 per child/$35.00 for museum members. The program will be held at the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum, 211 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required by January 25 for Session 1 and by February 22 for Session 2. Please call 860.529.0612 for more information.
About the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum
Located in the heart of Connecticut’s largest historic district, the museum, which consists of three authentically restored 18th-century homes, brings Wethersfield’s rich history to life, from the American Revolution to the early 20th century. The museum includes the 1752 Joseph Webb House, which served as George Washington’s Revolutionary War headquarters in May 1781, when he met with French General le conte de Rochambeau; the 1766 Silas Deane House, built for America’s first diplomat to France; and the 1788 Isaac Stevens House, which depicts life in the 18th and 19th centuries through original family objects and includes a new children’s museum.
The Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum, located at 211 Main St., Wethersfield, is open daily - with the exception of Tuesday - from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., May through October, and on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., November 1 through April 30. Three-house tours cost $8 for adults and $4 for students and children ages 5 to 18. For information about current exhibits, upcoming events or Museum School classes, call (860) 529-0612 or visit www.webb-deane-stevens.org.
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