A HISTORIC SCHOOL VACATION WEEK AT MUSEUM OF WORCESTER
Join Museum of Worcester in SPREADING LOVE OF WORCESTER HISTORY all week long with fun programs
for all ages and interests. There’s plenty to explore at Museum of Worcester.
Monday February 17- Presidential Scavenger Hunt – 10AM-4PM
Crank up “Hail to the Chief” and call the Secret Service because this President’s Day we have a gallery wide
scavenger hunt. All the answers connect back to the many Commanders in Chief and Worcester.
Tuesday, February 18 – History Detective & Self-Guided Tours – 10AM-4PM
The Museum is a treasure trove of history, full of unique artifacts and exhibits from Worcester’s past. But some
crucial information has gone missing! Can you help us solve the mystery? Use your detective skills to find the
clues.
Wednesday, February 19 – Fuller Fun Guided Tours – 11AM & 1PM
We are going hands on in our newly opened Fuller Gallery of Industrial History. Join us for a special tour from
11am – 1pm where we talk space exploration, toys, and more.
Thursday, February 20 – Kid-size Revolutionary War Tour & Reading of Paul Revere’s Ride – 1PM & 3PM
This event is held at Salisbury Mansion, 40 Highland Street
Join in on the fun for this “kid sized” version of our popular American Revolutionary War tour! Learn about how
both the Salisbury family and the city of Worcester were involved in the American Revolution during this fun and
engaging tour, along with fun facts how children lived during one of the most important times in American
history. Ages 7-14.
Friday, February 21 – Fuller Friday – Highland Street Foundation sponsored “Winter Camp” day
at Museum of Worcester – 10AM-4PM
Lots of fun FREE activities, including “Make your own mini trunk” in the spirit of John Hancock
and his historic trunk.
Saturday, February 21 – Early Worcester Settlements Lecture – 1PM
Wendy Essery, Library and Archives Manager, discusses the early local settlements, prior to Worcester becoming
town in 1772.
Museum Regular Hours:
- Tuesday through Saturday 10AM – 4PM
- Library: Wednesday through Saturday 10AM-4PM
- Salisbury Mansion: Thursday through Saturday 1-4PM
Arrive Curious. Leave Fascinated.
AN ADVENTURE IN WORCESTER HISTORY
Museum of Worcester
30 Elm Street, Worcester, MA 01609
www.worcesterhistory.org
