Reading Public Museum - Family Day Saturday, February 8

Education Department Programs & Events
February 2014

Family Day
Saturday, February 8, Noon - 4 p.m.

Dora & Diego: Let's Explore! Opening

Make a pirate hat, learn about animal habitats, and more as you explore with Dora and Diego! Plus:
• Learn to Zumba with Jamie from Noon-12:30 p.m. and 12:30-1:00 p.m.
• Exercise with Yogi Dance from 1:30-2 p.m.

Activities are included with admission.


Let's Explore
Every Wednesday: February 12 - May 7, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Hey Kids, let’s explore The Museum! Bring your grown-up to The Museum for an afternoon of fun. Each week we will explore a new gallery, hear exciting stories and make a special craft to take home!

For more info, check our Web site or call 610-371-5850 x223, RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Minimum of 20 paid participants to run. RESERVATION DEADLINE is one week prior to event. For Children ages 3 and up!

Cost: Members – $20 for 1 child and 1 adult ;
Non-Members – $30 for 1 child and 1 adult
$5 per additional child ; $6 per additional adult

February 12 – Knights in Shining Armor
February 19 – Mummy Mania
February 26 – It’s Electric


Toast to the Past (Third Thursday of Each Month)
Thursday, February 20 – 5:30-7:00 p.m.

This special adult program is for Members only! (21 and older with valid ID) Start the evening with an adult beverage tasting, then move into the galleries for a unique look at the Collections. Hear stories from The Museum's past and get an insider's look at objects seldom, if ever, on exhibit.

For more info, check our Web site or call 610-371-5850 x223, RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Minimum of 20 paid participants to run. RESERVATION DEADLINE is one week prior to event.

Cost: Members $10 each/ $45 for all five; Guests of Members $15 each/
$70 for all five

February 20 – Be My Valentine: A Look at the Museum's Romantic Collections
Port and Dessert Tasting provided by ViVÁ Bistro and Tapas Lounge

Junior Girl Scout Sleepover
February 21 (6:00 p.m.) – 22 (8:00 a.m.)

There has been a 'break in' at The Museum and it's up to you to figure out who did it! Earn your Detective Badge (not included) as you crack codes, collect fingerprints and more. Plus, see a Planetarium Show and spend the night in The Museum! Registration required by February 10th.

$35/Scout, $20/adult (sign up 10 Scouts and get one adult free!)


Senior Series (All are welcome!)
Friday, February 28 – 1:30 p.m.

You are never too old to learn! Come to the Reading Public Museum for this senior-friendly program to hear Museum docents and staff speak about Museum Collections and Exhibitions.

This program runs the 4th Friday of each month and is FREE with Museum admission and FREE for Members. GUESTS OF ALL AGES WELCOME!

Sponsored by Assured Assistance

February 28 – The Arms and Armor Gallery of The Reading Public Museum