Galleries

Paper Capers: Adventures in Paper Art

Thompson Gallery

February 5-May 9, 2010

Come fold origami, cut a paper silhouette, and create a paper doll chain as you discover the rich history of paper in family life.  Enjoy intricate paper art made by children’s book illustrators Giles Laroche and Mary Newell DePalma as well as historic pieces of artwork. Marvel at sheet of one-dollar bills printed in 1928 on Crane Paper Co. and try to decipher 18th and 19th century cursive handwriting.

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My Heart is in the Highlands

West Gallery

August 28 - December 28

Plaid never quite goes out of style. Queen Victoria's enthusiasm helped put plaid on the fashion map in the mid nineteenth century--and it's been there ever since. From the brilliant plaid taffetas of the 1800s to the kilt of the school uniform to that cozy, old flannel shirt we all love, plaid is a fashion table. Come see the many faces of plaid, from the official set of true Scottish tartan to more fanciful combinations of stripes and checks. You'll be humming Brigadoon all the way home!

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Clickety Clack Station

Family Discovery Gallery

Chidren travel to a railway station of yesterday and become engineers, conductors or ticket agents. Serve tea in an old fashioned tea room or take a imaginary journey on a child-size caboose.

Related programming available for schools, scouts and after school programs.

Contact the museums education department for more information, 978 468 2377 x119.

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Bedazzled by Beads
West Gallery

January 8-June 13, 2010

Everyone loves beads, in a necklace, a "town" bracelet or a pretty ornament on your car keys.  From pearls and semi-precious stones to swirly Venetian glass, sparkling Czech facets or striking African beads, the selection is almost limitless.  Be dazzled by two centuries of vibrant beaded bags, dresses, necklaces and funky beaded cardigans.

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Generation Green

Egbert

January 23 – June 8, 2010

Models of green and sustainable practices begin in our homes! Come learn about ways you can start living greener today.

Sponsored by New England Biolabs Foundation

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