Welcome. Clanking, creaking, and ratting allowed.

Our Homeschool Wednesdays are the perfect way to make learning medieval history engaging and fun! Go deeper. Explore the Higgins Armory 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, and a workshop. There is no need to pre-register for these programs.

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

While the collection is moving in 2014, your visit in 2013 will still provide educational memories for a lifetime! More information about the Higgins' integration with the Worcester Art Museum.
 

Wednesday April 10th, 2013

Arms and Armor Show and Shield Making Workshop

Arms and Armor Show
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

Wednesday June 12th, 2013

Arms and Armor Show and Shield Making Workshop

Arms and Armor Show
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

This fall we will be offering special focused Homeschool Wednesdays. More information about these programs will be coming soon!

September 11th - The Ages of Armor
September 18th - Ancient Day
September 25th - Gothic Day
November 13th - The Ages of Armor