October Family Hours: Halloween History
When:
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10:00a -
4:00p
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10:00a -
4:00p
Where:
Old South Meeting House
310 Washington St
Boston, MA 02108
Admission:
FREE
Hosted by:
Categories:
Games, History, Kid Friendly, Seasonal
Event website:
https://revolutionaryspaces.org/explore/family-hours/
Join Revolutionary Spaces for Halloween History Family Hours at the Old South Meeting House! From 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday, October 19 and from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Thursday, October 31st, enjoy a make-your-own costume hat and mask craft station. We will also have a coloring station, historical dress-up, music, books, games, and more!
Inspired by Children's Hours held at Old South Meeting House from the late 19th century through the early 20th century, join Revolutionary Spaces for this modern take on family fun at our historic sites and museums! Plan your visit now to the Old South Meeting House and the Old State House to spend a history-filled day with history enthusiasts of all ages, including themed games, crafts, scavenger hunts, gallery talks, music, and more!
Family Hours activities are included in the price of general admission to the Old South Meeting House. Admission to the Old State House and Old South Meeting House historic sites and museums, plus Family Hours, is $8 for children ages 6-12 and FREE for children 5 and under. For more information, visit: https://revolutionaryspaces.org/explore/family-hours/ or contact [email protected].
The History of Children's Hours at Old South Meeting House:
In 1883, Mary Hemenway spearheaded an ambitious educational program as part of the Old South Association’s mission. This program, which included essay contests, holiday ceremonies, child fairs, and musical offerings became known as Children's Hours. Old South Lectures for Young People were also established in the summer of 1883 "as a means of promoting a more serious and intelligent attention to historical studies, especially studies in American history among the young people in Boston.” Today, the Old South Meeting House continues to educate the young people of Boston and remember Mary Hemenway's mission through our Family Hours programming.
