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How People Make Things

 

An amazing new traveling exhibit

at the Museum from

October 3-December 30

All activities free with Admission!

 

 

Every object in our world has a story of how it is made

and "How People Make Things" shows kids how things are created in fun and educational ways!

Inspired by the factory tour segments from the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood television series, "How People Make Things" offers children hands-on, educational activities using real factory tools and machines. Children ages 3-11 years can learn first hand how everyday objects are made using the four basic manufacturing processes - cutting, molding, deforming and assembly. A few of the activities include using a die-cutter to make a horse, assembling a wooden trolley, molding a spoon out of wax and deforming a penny.

The exhibit is only here through the end of December, so make sure you come and visit the Museum before it leaves!

Teachers

This exhibit is a wonderful educational tool for your students! We have a curriculum guide linked directly to the exhibit that shows how children will learn using math, science and social studies as they do the activities. Field trip opportunities are still available in November and December so call today!  Scholarships are also available.

Clicke here for more field trip information.

 

GCM Special Series for the Exhibit: "Meet the Makers”

Saturdays October 3 - December 26

Most programs are 11am-3pm, but can be subject to change.
The Meet the Makers series introduces children and families to the many things that are made right here in the community! Every Saturday join local artisans, industries, and craftspeople as they provide demonstrations and conduct hands-on activities for children.

The Schedule will include:

October 3

Karen Lewit, Susan O’Leary and Kat Siladi

share the glass fusing process and pottery making

October 10

Chris Horney

furniture maker

October 24

Joe Fox- Dirtball Fashions

(making t-shirts out of recyclable materials)

October 31

Doris Petersham

potter and clay artist

November 7

Duncan Butler

drum making

November 14

Katie Torney

shearing a Llama and weaving

November 21

Haydee Oakes

jean making

November 28

Bob Muir

woodturning demonstration

December 12

Mary Pearl

Bottle cap jewelry making

December 19

Michael Butler

model train designing

 

This Exhibit is

This Exhibit is brought to you locally by:

    

 

Cutting....

Molding....

Deforming....

and Assembly!

Created by the

Children's Museum of Pittsburgh

Sponsored in part by:

  

 

The Exhibit will be at The Greensboro Children's Museum from October 3 to December 31st.

For more information on the How People Make Things Exhibit

click here.

 

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