With the cold weather, it’s hard to get out of the house and
find something to do, especially with antsy children in-tow. Museums are always
a fun, cheap (and warm) idea. Here are some museums offering classes and
activities to keep you occupied during these long winter months.
Einstein's Workshop
A place where kids interested in science, technology,
engineering and math can go to explore. They offer classes that teach kids
about how to use certain electronics, such as laser printers, and classes which
teach certain mathematical equations. This is a perfect way to get your child
interested and ready to learn about math and science before they enter high
school. They also offer classes over February vacation for the whole week. Some
include Robotics with Legos, Modern Architecture, and Game Making with Scratch
Programming. All classes are $220 for the week. http://www.einsteinsworkshop.com/
The Butterfly Workshop at The Museum of Science
Butterflies from all around the world are
fluttering around when you enter this warm room filled with tropical and exotic
plants. Throughout the room, there are caterpillars in the different stages of
metamorphosis. The exhibit is permanent, so you have plenty of time to enjoy
it!
Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure at The Museum of Science
Who doesn’t think dinosaurs are interesting?
Especially ones from the ocean! This exhibit is a 3-D film, so sit back and
enjoy the realistic computer-generated marine creatures. Footage from actual
paleontological digs is shown as well. Fun fact: the bones that inspired this
exhibit were found right here in the U.S. in Kansas. Be careful not to get
swallowed up by this sea monster when you go! http://www.mos.org/3d/sea-monsters
Body Worlds Vital at Faneuil Hall
For all the future doctors out there, this exhibit is
a must-see. The main purpose is to educate people on how disease starts and
affects the body. The bodies have been preserved through a process called
Plasination. This exhibit will only be here for a limited time: so go while you
still can. Grab lunch at one of Quincy Market’s many food places before you go.
http://bodyworldsboston.com/
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