Program Calendar
Cabinets of Curiosity: Historical and Contemporary Interpretations
Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield
Week of Programs
Sunday, December 6, 2015
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December 6, 2015 –Stars Over Springfield
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
Monday, December 7, 2015
No events on this day.
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
No events on this day.
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
No events on this day.
Thursday, December 10, 2015
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December 10, 2015 –Cabinets of Curiosity: Historical and Contemporary Interpretations
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December 10, 2015 –Culture & Cocktails: Merry and Bright
Cabinets of Curiosity: Historical and Contemporary Interpretations
While the Ancient Romans amassed collections of objects that were unusual or foreign to them, the tradition of studying and categorizing a collection was developed during the Renaissance. The Italian galleria or the German kunstkammer or wunderkammer (room of art or wonders) celebrated extraordinary objects from around the world and throughout time. Collections generally included…
Culture & Cocktails: Merry and Bright
MIX IT UP with a toast to culture, community and conversation. Sip specialty cocktails while exploring the whimsical gingerbread exhibition and watch baker Thomas Eric Hirsh, CPC, construct a gingerbread house. Hear classic Motown hits and design your own edible holiday treat with Mark the Baker. Enjoy a planetarium show about the Star of Bethlehem…
Friday, December 11, 2015
No events on this day.
Saturday, December 12, 2015
No events on this day.
