Summer Kids Programs

August 4-7, 2026

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Registration closes when sessions are filled or on July 10, 2026

Early American Summer Days combines 19th century history with 21st century fun! Designed for ages 6-12, all sessions give children who have completed grades K-6 a glimpse into the museum’s historical spaces and an opportunity to do themed activities and craft projects.

STEM & Archaeology - Tuesday, August 4, 9:30am -3:30pm
Participants will “dig” into the scientific method through the field of archeology. A series of hands-on activities will guide children through 19^th science, technology, engineering and math themes with historical information infused throughout the day. This session will include an exploration of tools, paleontology, and more.

Nature & Art - Wednesday, August 5, 9:30am -3:30pm
Celebrate earth, nature and the change of seasons. Learn how a child may have experienced nature and art in 19th century New England. Visit the Village gardens, make kite, and press flowers. End the afternoon with a cool treat with pure New England Maple syrup.

Fire, Myths & Mess - Thursday, August 6, 9:30am -3:30pm
Living on a farm in the 19th century was a lot of hard work! Kids will dress in costume and transform into 1840s new England life learning about all the messy chores kids had to do. Get the hard and messy work done in the Blacksmith Shop, learn how to make shoes, and dig your hands into clay to make pottery before making time for fun. Hear some myths and legends that were told in New England and create your own creative story.

Farm, Flummery & Fun - Friday, August 7, 9:30am -3:30pm
Discover 19th century life on the homestead, dressing in 19th century clothing and living a day in the life of a 19th century family. Get a taste of how food was made over the hearth fire, learn how to churn butter and dip candles. Meet livestock and visit all of our museum buildings to see how different families worked, lived and enjoyed life through music, games, and more!

Program Details

Choose your own 19th century adventure Storrowton Village Museum's Early American Summer Days program.

Children can attend all four days for $225, three days for $180, two days for $125 or a single full day for $65. 20% discount for anyone registered by 12/31/2024.
Children must bring a lunch (full day sessions). Refrigeration is provided.
Each day has a maximum capacity of 40 participants.
Children will dress in 19th century costume as part of the program experience for Fire, Myths & Mess and Farm, Flummery & Fun. Costumes are required and will be issued to program participants for use during the program. Families are welcome to provide their own costume if preferred. All programs require that children attend wearing close-toed shoes.
Your registration grants us permission to use children's images for Marketing and promotion purposes. Explicit written notice must be send to the Museum or Program director if you do not want your child included in Marketing images.
Enrollment is not complete until payment in full is received. Your space will not be held without payment. No refunds will be issued. If a child is not able to attend for an extenuating reason, enrollment may be transferred to another program or participant.
Up-to-date physical including vaccinations records required (COVID and flu vaccines optional, all other standard vaccines required).

Questions? Please call 413-205-5051 or email Storrow@TheBigE.com.