Hands On History Programs

Hands on History is a new FREE program offered by the Colonel Palmer House for the winter/spring program season. Hands on History programs will present a brief historical topic with a craft for children. Children age 5-10 are welcome to attend with an adult. All programs are held at the Colonel Palmer House located at 660 E. Terra Cotta Ave in Crystal Lake. Advance registration is not required for these programs, just drop-in.

Saturday, February 7, Noon-2 pm, Victorian Valentine

Make a Victorian card for your Valentine

Saturday, March 7, Noon-2 pm, Luck of the Irish

Shamrock craft in time for St. Patrick’s Day

Saturday, May 2, Noon-2 pm, Silhouetted in the Past

Create a Victorian-style silhouette for a Mother’s Day surprise

For more information contact Mary Ott at palmerhouse@crystallakeparks.org or 815-477-5873.