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2012| Tuesday, Apr 3 - | |
Negro League Exhibit - View a new temporary exhibit of Negro League memorabilia including baseball cards, bats, autographs and more. |
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| Tuesday, Apr 3 - Oct 31 | |
Masculine Pursuits Exhibit Opening - View a new exhibit featuring artifacts related to "manly" endeavors. Included are carpentry tools, shaving implements, sports equipment, and more. |
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| Tuesday, Apr 3 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Spring Reopening - Join the museum as it reopens for the 2012 season! |
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| Saturday, Apr 7 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Free Day for Locals - |
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| Wednesday, May 2 - 10.00 am - 12.00 pm | |
Homeschool Program - Participate in a program designed especially for homeschool students. Please call the museum for details. |
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| Saturday, May 5 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Free Day for Locals - |
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| Friday, May 18 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
International Museum Day - Celebrate museums around the world and in your own backyard. Free admission for all visitors. |
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| Saturday, May 19 - | |
Historic Costume Program and Luncheon - View an entertaining and educational presentation about the clothing that was worn by 19th century women of different social classes, and enjoy a tasty lunch. Please call the museum for more details. |
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| Saturday, Jun 2 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Free Day for Locals - |
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| Saturday, Jun 23 - 8.00 am | |
Yard Sale Fundraiser - Shop for bargains and support the museum. |
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| Saturday, Jun 30 - | |
Glow Stick Fundraiser at the Fireworks Display - Stop by the museum's table at Sturgis Park and purchase a glow stick to benefit the museum. |
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| Saturday, Jul 7 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Free Day for Locals - |
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| Wednesday, Jul 11 - 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm | |
Heritage Arts for Kids - Drop in to learn about history by doing a hands-on craft project. Pre-registration is not required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program is included in the cost of general admission. |
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| Wednesday, Jul 25 - 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm | |
Heritage Arts for Kids - Drop in to learn about history by doing a hands-on craft project. Pre-registration is not required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program is included in the cost of general admission. |
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| Saturday, Aug 4 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Free Day for Locals - |
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| Wednesday, Aug 8 - 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm | |
Heritage Arts for Kids - Drop in to learn about history by doing a hands-on craft project. Pre-registration is not required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program is included in the cost of general admission. |
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| Wednesday, Aug 22 - 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm | |
Heritage Arts for Kids - Drop in to learn about history by doing a hands-on craft project. Pre-registration is not required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program is included in the cost of general admission. |
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| Friday, Aug 24 - | |
Entries Due for Needle Art Competition - Bring us your creative needle art pieces for the annual Delmarva Needle Art Show & Competition! Entries can include embroidery, counted cross-stitch, quilts, knitting, crocheting, lace, sewing and more. All types of work made with needle and thread are welcome. Ribbons will be awarded. The show will be on display from September 1 through October 31. |
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| Saturday, Sep 1 - Oct 31 | |
Delmarva Needle Art Show & Competion - View the museum's popular annual exhibit of needle art by regional artists. |
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| Saturday, Sep 1 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Free Day for Locals - |
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| Saturday, Oct 6 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Free Day for Locals - |
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| Saturday, Oct 13 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
FiberFest! - Our yearly textile arts festival is back! Vendors will be selling fiber art supplies and hand-crafted items. There will also be live animals, children's crafts and free admission to the museum. Festival admission is also free. A great way to spend the day for fiber art fans, families and everyone else! |
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| Saturday, Oct 27 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Julia A. Purnell's Birthday Party - Commemorate needle artist and museum namesake Julia Purnell on her birthday. Our gifts to you: free admission and cake! |
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| Thursday, Nov 15 - 10.00 am - 12.00 pm | |
Homeschool Program - Participate in a program designed especially for homeschool students. Please call the museum for details. |
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| Saturday, Dec 1 - 10.00 am - 4.00 pm | |
Victorian Christmas Celebration - Step back in time for an old-fashioned holiday party with period refreshments and a Victorian Christmas Tree exhibit. |
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