September 2012 Family Programs New-York Historical Society
170 Central Park West, New York, NY (212) 873-3400
FAMILY PROGRAM LISTINGS
September 2012
The DiMenna Children’s History Museum at the New-York Historical Society is the first-ever museum bringing American history to life through the eyes of children, where kids plus history equals serious fun! Kids of all ages become History Detectives by delivering a presidential address at the First President kiosk, learning about the lives of youngsters who lived in New York City from the late seventeenth through the twentieth centuries, or using the Historical Viewfinder to see sites in New York City change over time.
September Family Programs:
RUSH HOUR!
September 2, 2012
Why is the city so busy during rush hour? Discover all of the diverse modes of transportation New Yorkers take nearly every day of the year.
Rush Hour by Christine Loomis
Thursdays September 6, 13, 20, 27 2012 3:30-5:30 pm
No preregistration required. Free with Museum Admission.
Drop in to try your skills at one of the oldest forms of embroidery in the world.
Ages 6 and up
Tuesdays, September 4, 11, 18, 25 & Fridays, September 7, 14, 21, 28 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm
DiMenna Children’s History Museum
Free with Museum Admission, for ages 3 – 5
Each class will include story readings, time with historic toys, free exploration, a special Little New-Yorkers hello song, and time in DCHM OR a craft project. The time in DCHM/craft project will alternate each week.
Sunday, September 9, 2012 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Bring your grandchildren and explore the history of our nation through games, arts and crafts, and gallery hunts for young and old.
ROSH HASHANAH
September 16, 2012
Ever wonder why challah bread is round at Rosh Hashanah? By asking a simple question, the young boyYossi learns an important lesson.
How the Rosh Hashanah Challah became Round by Sylvia B. Epstein
FIREFIGHTERS
September 23, 2012
Did you ever dream of being a firefighter? Even back in the 1840s, New York City had brave firefighters willing to put themselves in danger to help others. Explore the legendary tale of Mose Humphreys, one of New York’s bravest.
New York’s Bravest by Mary Pope Osborne
SUKKOT
September 30, 2012
Would you build a house on your roof? In this story of Sukkot, an upset landlord, a collector, and a wise judge all play a part in determining the outcome!
The House on the Roof: A Sukkot Story by David A. Adler
More Family Programs:
FAMILY CLUBHOUSE AT DIMENNACHILDRENSHISTORYMUSEUM.ORG
On-line interactive site for families and kids ages 8 – 12
Play our on-line games:
Sloppy Copy
Meet New Amsterdam
Catch up on history through our blog;
Hear about this month’s historical fiction read.
Post drawings, ask questions, check out what other kids are creating—all inspired by the objects and documents at the New-York Historical Society. Created by educators and historians, this is a clubhouse for history fans!
INFORMATION HOTLINE:
To reach Museum’s offices call: (212) 873-3400
ONLINE INFORMATION:
For more information on DiMenna Children’s History Museum programs call: (212) 485-9293
To RSVP for an Education program above please email: familyprograms@nyhistory.org
MUSEUM AND STORE HOURS:
Tuesday - Thursday: 10 am-6 pm
Friday: 10 am-8 pm (pay as you wish from 6 pm-8 pm)
Saturday: 10 am-6 pm
Sunday: 11 am-5 pm
MUSEUM ADMISSION:
Adults - $15
Teachers and Seniors - $12
Students - $10
Children (5-13) - $5
Children (4 and under) - free
