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Paws & Claws Wildlife Class (Ages 4-6)
Runestone Museum Foundation 206 Broadway, AlexandriaDo you think a wolf and an eagle have anything in common? Using the museum’s Minnesota Wildlife Display, learn about specific animals and what differences and similarities they have with each other. Explore what these animals use their paws for and what their claws look and feel like. Listen to the sounds these animals make…
Create Scandinavian Paper Dolls (Ages 4+)
Runestone Museum Foundation 206 Broadway, AlexandriaColor and design beautiful clothing for a Scandinavian girl. Learn what traditional dresses look like and the history of traditional Scandinavian designs. Each participant goes home with a paper doll, paper accessories and paper multiple outfits. The class will be held at the Runestone Museum Foundation, registration may be done through Alexandria Community Education. Click…
Indigenous Minnesotans (Gr. K-5)
Runestone Museum Foundation 206 Broadway, AlexandriaAre you familiar with the Indigenous Peoples of Minnesota? Did you know the town of Brandon used to be named Chippewa after the Ojibwe people? Would you like to know more about the Nakota, the Anishinaabe and other groups that made Minnesota home? Join us at the Runestone Museum for an exploration into the First…