“Little Learners” is the museum’s interactive series of children’s programming that brings fun facts, objects, and activities out of the past to your family today!

The series, targeted at ages 2-5, will be held monthly. Each month will feature a different story, 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.

November 18
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Thanksgiving

What was the first Thanksgiving like? This month, we will learn about the 1st Thanksgiving, hunt around the museum for examples of food they ate, and make a turkey centerpiece to take home.

December 16
10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
11:00 AM – 11:45 PM

Christmas Trees

Halloween

Calling all little ghosts, goblins, witches, and superheroes! Put on your Halloween costume (NO MASKS and age-appropriate, please) and join us for a spooktacular good time. This month, our little learners will hear a Halloween story, go “trick-or-treating” through the galleries, and make a spooky light to take home.

All About Museums

Discover the wonderful world of museums! Participants will learn about different types of museums, go on a fun scavenger hunt through the museum, and create their own museum scene to take home.

From Fiber to Fabric

Where does our clothing come from? This month we will discover where different clothing materials come from, learn how fabrics are made, and search the museum to find different types of cloth. Then, participants try their hand at weaving and create their own piece of cloth to take home!

USA’s Birthday!

America turns 250 years old this year! This month, we will celebrate the founding of the United States by learning about why the country was created, going on a patriotic scavenger hunt, and making a festive craft to take home.

The Four Seasons!

The weather is warming up, and the flowers are blooming; spring is almost here. Join us in May as we learn about the four seasons – Spring, Summer, Winter, and Fall. Participants will discover how the weather changes for each season and the different types of activities done in each season. They will make a seasonal craft to take home.