Upcoming Events
Browse our calendar of upcoming events to discover what's happening at Higgins. You'll find regularly scheduled events and programs like Arms and Armor shows and Academy of the Sword classes, as well as special occasions like our Festival of Ale, Star Wars Day, Viking Day and more. Click on each event for more details about it.

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Wednesday, February 13 2013

Homeschool Wednesdays

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Our Homeschool Wednesdays are the perfect way to make learning medieval history engaging and fun! Go deeper. Explore the Higgins Armory's extensive collection of arms and armor from around the world through programs designed to compliment home based learning for ages 5 and up.

Participants enjoy discounted admission to the museum, an auditorium show, story time, and a workshop. There is no need to pre-register for these programs.

Arms and Armor Shows
Why armor? Who wore it, who made it, and why are there so many different types? In this interactive program, discover the history of armor, from its evolution from mail to plate armor to its disappearance (and modern reappearance on the battlefield). Volunteers from the audience will have opportunities to help with the demonstration.
Show Times: 11am, 1pm & 2pm
 
Story Time
From damsels in distress to mighty dragons, join us as we share tales of adventure in our medieval Great Hall. 
Time: 12pm
 
Shield Making Workshop
Discover the hidden meaning behind those lions, bears, crowns, and crosses and then create your very own heraldic shield. Can you create a shield that tells everyone about who you are?
Time: Drop in anytime from 10am – 4pm


COST:
Admission: $7 per person (includes admission, show, and story time). Ages 3 and under are FREE. Workshop: $5 per project.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED:
No

CATEGORY:
Children

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