Children's Day Camps
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School's Out Summer Day Camps!
"A Week in 1870", July 23rd to July 27th
Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of the 1870's. Join us for a week of Victorian-themed crafts, games and baking as we step back in time with Alexander Graham Bell and his family at Melville House!
"Planes, Trains & Automobiles", August 20th to 24th
Alexander Graham Bell was a world traveler; explore different means of travel and some of his destinations here at the Homestead. Join us for a week of activities focusing on everything from kites to boats to planes.
Day camps are for children ages 5 to 11 (child must be minimum age by September 1, 2012). Pre-registration is required, $25 per child per day, $12.50 per half day (25% off for museum family members). Camps run 9am to 4pm (Children may be dropped off after 8:45am and must be picked up by 4:15pm). Phone (519) 756-6220 or (519) 756-1500 to register!
France
Monday, March 12, 2012
Aleck and his family visited France several times. Sample some French cuisine, create some art, and have some francophone fun.
India
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
The Bells visited India during a round-the-world trip in 1910. Enjoy everything India has to offer: great food, music and crafts.
Venezuela
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Aleck made a trip to Venezuela in 1921. Experience the diverse food, culture and geography of this South American country.
China
Thursday, March 15, 2012
China was another stop on the Bells' world trip. Savour the art, culture, and food that Aleck and Mabel found there.
The Caribbean
Friday, March 16, 2012
One of Aleck and Mabel's last voyages was to the Bahamas and Jamaica. Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the Caribbean.
Harvest Home
Friday, October 07, 2011
Celebrate the wonders of autumn at the Homestead! Make traditional fall foods, play harvest fair games, and enjoy the season.
Happy Birthday Miss Hubbard!
Friday, November 25, 2011
Today is Mabel Hubbard Bell's birthday! Play Victorian party games, make some party food, and find out more about Aleck's wife.
Robbie Burns Day
Monday, January 16, 2012
We're honoring the Bells' favorite poet by having his birthday a little early! Join us for traditional Scottish crafts, games, foods and other activities.
Telegraph to Telephone
Friday, April 27, 2012
Samuel Morse, inventor of the telegraph, was born today! Find out how his work inspired Alexander to create the telephone.
Signs of Summer
Monday, June 04, 2012
Summer is just around the corner! It was a busy time on the Bells' farm. Get ready for the coming season with crafts and other activities.