“Elementary Explorers” is the museum’s brand NEW interactive series of children’s programming that brings fun facts, objects, and activities out of the past and to life!

The series, targeted at ages 5-9, will be held monthly. Each month will feature a different activity and craft inspired by local history.

For more information, contact Christine Wuebker, Education Coordinator, at [email protected] or call (540) 829-1749.

December 19
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Christmas Trees!

Did you know that the first Christmas tree was in Germany in the 700s? Come explore the origins of the Christmas tree and the way different people used to decorate their trees. Participants will get to search for Christmas tree decorations and then construct their own tree to take home.

Thanksgiving!

Corn, maize, or Weeâchumun, no matter what you call it, it played an important role in the first Thanksgiving. Join us as we learn about the first Thanksgiving from the Native American perspective and the role of corn on that day. Participants will get to hunt for the foods served at that first feast. They will get to make their own Indian Corn to take home.

The 4 Seasons!

Did you know the seasons played a role in the survival of Culpeper? Join us this month as we learn about the 4 seasons and their importance to farmers who have planted this land for centuries. Participants will explore the differences between the seasons and what happens on a farm during each one. They will create a seasonal picture to take home.

Dinosaurs!

Come learn about the dinosaurs that roamed Culpeper 215 million years ago. Gather the tools necessary for an archeological dig and then excavate some dinosaurs.

4th of July!

Join us as we celebrate the founding of the United States of America. Participants will learn about the history of the 4th of July, try to successfully deliver a secret message to General Washington, and create a patriotic flag to take home.

Father, Dad, Dada, Papa, Grandfather, Granddaddy, Godfather, Stepfather!

Father’s Day is just around the corner. Join us as we explore the roles of fathers, including how some of our founding fathers impacted Culpeper. Explorers will search the museum for clues to help them complete puzzles related to different activities you can do with dad as well as release their inner artist when making a picture to give to a dad in their life.