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    Doctor for a Day

    One class – November 14 Wearing lab coats and using stethoscopes, learn about the heart, how to take a pulse, and how to read x-rays! Go through the “hospital” and help diagnose and cure “patients,” and even perform “surgery!” Discuss common illnesses and the amazing body’s natural defenses. Instructor: Debbie Naglieri-Prescod Suggsted Ages 7-10

    $26

    Holiday Happenings

    Most activities are free with museum admission! Kick-off the season with the opening of our annual Gingerbread exhibit, art activities, and more. Special Exhibit: Seussian Holiday Our annual exhibit featuring amazing gingerbread creations by local bakeries, schools, adults and kids. This year’s entries are displayed with festively decorated holiday trees, enchanting lights, and a backdrop…

    Stars Over Springfield

    Join members of the Springfield Stars Club for skygazing in the Science Museum’s observatory. If overcast, a planetarium show will be presented. Stars Club website

    $3

    Early Enrichment Day: Holiday Cheer

    Featuring the gingerbread exhibition Seussian Holiday. Participate in hands-on activities, interactive gallery games, crafts, museum exploration and much more. Most appropriate for children ages 3-6 For more information, email  schooltours@springfieldmuseums.org.

    Early Enrichment Day: Holiday Cheer

    Featuring the gingerbread exhibition Seussian Holiday. Participate in hands-on activities, interactive gallery games, crafts, museum exploration and much more. Most appropriate for children ages 3-6 For more information, email  schooltours@springfieldmuseums.org.

    S.T.E.A.M. Station

    Free with museum admission Take on this week’s challenge with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

    Performance: Drum to the Beat

    Free with museum admission! Join Otha Day for a lively hands-on drumming event. He facilitates fun and lively drum/rhythm circle events from the deep belief that rhythm has the power to build community, promote well-being and create joy, and he believes “your Heart Beat is the Rhythm of your soul.” Seating is limited and available…

    Make Your Own Museum

    Free with museum admission. Visit our Currier & Ives Gallery and be the curator! What prints will you include in your museum?

    Explore GeeBee Airplanes

    Free with museum admission. What is the difference between a GeeBee flyer and a modern commercial airplane? Stand underneath the real thing and take a look for yourself.