The Delta Museum and Archives has good news for all those parents looking for a fun activity for their kids over summer vacation.
The popular WOW - What's on Wednesday program returns for another summer of hands-on adventure that allows children to discover the world around them.
In Train Tales, children will discover how steam engines were once used for transportation through Delta. They can engage in games, listen to fascinating train stories, look at a variety of model trains and build a wooden train for themselves.
In The Museum Needs Me, children will take on the role of a curator and go on a rare behind the scenes tour of the museum. They'll also learn how to handle artifacts, and find out how exhibits are prepared by participating in making an exhibit of their own.
In Recycling: A Thing
of the Past, children will learn how our thriftyminded pioneers were way ahead of their time in understanding the importance of reusing, reducing and recycling. In Couch Potato, youngsters will learn the importance of the proud potato in Delta's history and how spuds aren't just for eating.
Children six to 12 can enrol in one or more of the weekly programs. Cost is $5 per child per program (supplies and admission included).
All programs are two hours in length and there are two sessions each Wednesday: from 10 a.m. to noon or 1 to 3 p.m. There is a maximum of 25 participants for each WOW session and available spots fill up quickly. These programs can also be pre-booked for summer birthday parties or daycare groups on other weekdays.
For more information or to register, visit www.deltamuseum.ca or call 604-946-9322.
