“Elementary Explorers” is the museum’s 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.

A Parent/guardian must accompany their child(ren).

THIS EVENT IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO 15 CHILDREN. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! After registration, if you are no longer able to attend please let the Education Coordinator know so we can offer the spot to another child.

Participants may be photographed for use in museum promotional and marketing material.

For more information, contact Christine Wuebker, Education Coordinator, at education@culpepermuseum.com or call (540) 321-4221.

Wednesday, November 18
12:30 PM – 1:15 AM 
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM 

Thanksgiving

What was life like at the very first Thanksgiving? This month, we will explore the story of the first Thanksgiving, forage through the museum for examples of foods the Pilgrims and Native Americans may have eaten, and create a turkey centerpiece to take home.

Wednesday, December 16
12:30 PM – 1:15 AM 
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM 

Christmas Trees 

Halloween

Do you know why we go trick-or-treating and carve jack-o’-lanterns at Halloween? Well, put on your Halloween costume (NO MASKS and age-appropriate, please), and come explore where Halloween traditions come from, help some monster friends gather supplies for their Halloween party, and make a pumpkin to take home.

What’s in a Museum?

What makes a museum a museum? Participants will learn about museums, the different types of objects they collect, and how those objects help tell stories. Then they’ll explore the museum on a scavenger hunt before creating their own mini museum to take home!

Our Solar System!

The Sun, many moons, eight planets, and millions of rocks make up our Solar System. Join us as we explore these objects, “take a trip” to each planet, and make a space light to take home.

America’s Birthday!

July 4 is the day most people consider to be America’s birthday. This year, the country turns 250, and we will start the celebrations early by exploring how the United States was created, searching for patriotic symbols in the museum, and making a patriotic craft to take home.

Dinosaurs!

Culpeper is home to the largest collection of dinosaur tracks ever discovered in North America. Come explore more about the dinosaurs who left those tracks, gather materials for a dino dig, and then try your hand at excavating dinosaurs.

Weather!

What do tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards have in common? They are all types of weather. Join us this month as we explore various weather occurrences, hunt for accessories needed for different weather conditions, and make a rain stick to take home.