Summer program continues at Des Plaines History Center

Children who would like to make their very own adorable teddy bear, amazing stereoscope viewer, and tasty homemade ice cream are invited to Afternoon Adventures Wednesdays, July 29-August 12, from 1-3 p.m. at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street. Participants will also learn some history about the featured topic each week. Programs are designed for children, ages 5-12, with an adult. The fee is $3 per child, $2 with a member.

July 29: “Won’t You Be My Teddy Bear?” The teddy bear was inspired by one of America’s most beloved presidents, Theodore Roosevelt. Kids will learn the story behind this iconic creature and create a felt teddy bear.

August 5: “Kinder House” Participants will tour the 1907 Kinder House and imagine living in a home that at the time was the most modern one in Des Plaines. Children will create a stereoscope viewer from a shoe box.

August 12: “Ice Cream Social” The summer program will end with an ice cream social at the History Center. There is one catch: children will make the ice cream from scratch.

For more information please call 847-391-5399 or visit desplaineshistory.org. When online, visitors are invited to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and become a member to receive updates, bulletins, and newsletters.

The Des Plaines History Center is supported by the City of Des Plaines, the Des Plaines Park District, its members, and other local business and community contributors.