Museum of the Albemarle

December

Designers’ Workshop “Deck Those Halls”
Saturday, December 3, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Design and construct your own unique holiday decoration using all natural materials. This year we will be constructing our own wreaths. Supplies and some greenery will be provided. You may bring additional specialty items to enhance your creation. A delicious catered lunch is
included. Groups, please call to schedule this workshop on an alternate day. This workshop is designed for adults but mature teens may register.

Pre-registration and supply fee required.
Before November 8, 2010: $30.00/FOMOA Members and $35.00/non-members
After November 8, 2010: $35.00/FOMOA Members and $40.00/ non-members

Christmas Open House: An Old English Christmas
Saturday, December 3, 1:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m.
At the annual Museum of the Albemarle Open House, experience the sights and sounds of the holidays. Meet Father Christmas and learn his story of Christmas past. Creative activities will include making a special ornament to decorate your tree and other nostalgic treasures from
Christmas past. “Santa” will be present to hear your Christmas wishes. Stop by The Museum Gift Shop to look for that special gift.

Free Family Program

PreSchooler Time: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
Thursday, December 8, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m
Discover the tradition of making or selecting that special holiday greeting card for family and friends, view Christmas cards from the Museum’s collection, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.

Jingle Bell Workshops – Especially for Pre-schoolers!
Friday, December 9, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m
Pre-schoolers, ages: 3-5 years old accompanied by adult will spend the morning at the Museum learning the history of gingerbread at Christmas and decorate a gingerbread house from the Lovin’ Oven.

For the Kid in All of Us!
Friday, December 9, 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Everyone loves gingerbread at Christmas. Kids of all ages (1-100+) are invited to spend an afternoon learning the history of gingerbread at Christmas and decorate their very own gingerbread house from the Lovin’ Oven.

Both programs require pre-registration and fee supply:

PreSchooler Time: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
Wednesday, December 14, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Discover the tradition of making or selecting that special holiday greeting card for family and friends, view Christmas cards from the Museum’s collection, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.

History Tales: “Make It, Take It” and Junior Museum Explorers:
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
Friday, December 16, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Discover the tradition of making or selecting that special holiday greeting card for family and friends, view Christmas cards from the Museum’s collection, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.

JANUARY

PreSchooler Time: Strike up the Band!
Thursday, January 12, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, January 18, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover how people in the Albemarle region have enjoyed music by viewing various instruments from the Museum’s collection, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity. (Free Program)
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

The Grandparent Files
Saturday, January 21, 11:00 pm – Noon
Want to keep those special memories of the grandchildren but need new ideas? Throughout the year MOA will offer opportunities for grandparents and their grandchildren at the museum. Archival tips will be offered on collecting and storing special mementos. Make a memory with your grandchildren during this program.
Pre-K-11 years old
Supply Fee: $5.00 each child, FOMOA members: $3.00 each child,
FOMOA grandparent members $2.00 each child
Pre-registration requested by January 6th

History Tales: Make It, Take It: Bayside Plantation
Friday, January 20, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will discover what life was like at Bayside Plantation, view artifacts and participate in a hands-on activity. (Free program)
Elementary students accompanied by an adult.

FEBRUARY

PreSchooler Time: The Blue and the Gray
Thursday, February 9, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, February 15, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover the colors of the soldiers uniforms during the Civil War, what type of cloth was used to make the uniform and equipment carried by a soldier, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

Civil War Living History School Day
Friday, February 10, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Naval and partisan ranger reenactors will be present to discuss those aspects of the War through demonstrations, exhibits, and displays. Civilian reenactors will demonstrate how the War affected everyday life. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet with historians and enhance classroom education.
Groups must pre-register, as space is limited.

Civil War Living History Public Day and Ribbon Cutting
Saturday, February 11, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The 150th anniversary of the Battle of Elizabeth City, fought February 10, 1862, will be commemorated Saturday, February 11, 2012.
The day’s events will begin at 10:00 am on the front steps with a ribbon cutting for the newest exhibit, ‘Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle.”

Explore the hardships and depravation of the War featuring living history presentations by navy and artillery both Union and Confederate. Demonstrations, mustering of the troops and artillery firing will occur on The Green and at Waterfront Park. The Tar River Dulcimers will be performing songs of the period. The Tar Heel Civilians will present programs that bring the civilian aspect and how the War affected everyday life in our region. Junior Docents will engage children in hands-on-history activities including dances, games and chores of the period. Personal collections of area historians of Civil War era artifacts will be on display in the lobby of the museum, including military and civilian artifacts. Local historians will have displays and discuss various battles and military personnel with visitors.
Check our Facebook page for schedule of the day.

“Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle”
Focus Weeks for Schools
February, 14-24, 9:00 am—1:00 pm
Register your group for a specialized tour of MOA’s newest exhibit: Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle.” Hands-on activities will enhance the experience.
Groups must pre-register

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, February, 17, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit “Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle.”
Elementary students accompanied by an adult

MARCH

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss
Friday, March 2, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday at the Museum by reading a Dr. Seuss book and participating in a hands-on activity. If you like, come dressed as your favorite Dr. Seuss character.
All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

PreSchooler Time: “Victory” Garden
Thursday, March 8, 10:00 am – 11:00 am &
Wednesday, March 21, 10:00 am – 11:00 am

PreSchooler Time:
Discover the importance of the “Victory” gardens during World Wars I and II, learn what types of seeds were planted, how vegetables were used, read a book and participate in a hands-on experience.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle
Isaac Byrum Day
Sunday, March 11, 2:00pm – 4:00 pm
Museum will open at 1:00 pm for gallery visits
Earl Roundtree will discuss the life of Civil War soldier and Chowan County native Isaac Byrum who was wounded in the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863.
Ansley Herring Wegner author of “Phantom Pain: North Carolina’s Artificial Limbs Program for Confederate Veterans” will discuss North Carolina's artificial-limbs program with those of other former Confederate states. She will discuss how her research concluded that North Carolina was among the most progressive of the southern states in supporting its disabled and maimed Confederate veterans.

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, March 16, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit “Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle.”
Elementary students accompanied by an adult

Students Day on the River
Friday, March 23, 9:00 am -- Noon
Open to organized groups--must pre-register

Pinewood Derby
Saturday, March 24, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Become a part of the Annual Albemarle Pinewood Derby by viewing cars built by the local Club Scouts and cheering all participants on to victory.

APRIL

Pirate Day Camp: Set Sail on a Pirate Adventure
Tuesday, April 10, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Students 5-8 years of age will discover a pirate’s way of life through hands-on activities during the one-day camp. Campers will learn what pirates ate, the types of ships sailed, the story and legend of Blackbeard, what pirates wore and many other fun facts. Space is limited and pre-registration is required by Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Cost of camp: FOMOA Member $20.00 and Non-Member $25.00.
A boxed lunch will be included along with a light snack.

PreSchooler Time: Signs of a North Carolina Tar Heel
Thursday, April 12, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, April 18, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover how North Carolina earned the nickname “Tar Heel”, read a book about the “Tar Heel” state and participate in a hands-on activity.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

Battle of South Mills: 150th Anniversary Commemoration
Sunday, April 15, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Galleries will open at 1:00pm. Displays of historical artifacts from the battle site, interactive websites and storyboards by Bruce Long and Charles McDonald will be open from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Lecture and demonstration by Alex Leary will begin at 2:00 pm.

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, April 20, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit “Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle.”
Elementary students accompanied by an adult

May

PreSchooler Time: Symbols of North Carolina
Thursday, May 10, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, May 16 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover the many symbols of North Carolina with a special look at the Shad Boat, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, May 18, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit “Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle.”
Elementary students accompanied by an adult

Join Me Crew, Matey: Pirate Family Fun Day
Saturday, May 19, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Held in conjunction with the North Carolina Potato Festival, the Museum will be the site of Circle S Stable pony rides, hands-on pirate activities and the children’s musical duo of C-Shells providing lively music that will have you singing along and dancing.

Hold the Date:

2nd Saturdays
Saturday, June 6, 10:00 am—2:00 pm

2nd Saturdays
Saturday, July 14, 10:00 am—2:00 pm

2nd Saturdays
Saturday, August 11, 10:00 am—2:00 pm

JANUARY

PreSchooler Time: Strike up the Band!
Thursday, January 12, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, January 18, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover how people in the Albemarle region have enjoyed music by viewing various instruments from the Museum's collection, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity. (Free Program)
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

The Grandparent Files
Saturday, January 21, 11:00 pm – Noon
Want to keep those special memories of the grandchildren but need new ideas? Throughout the year MOA will offer opportunities for grandparents and their grandchildren at the museum. Archival tips will be offered on collecting and storing special mementos. Make a memory with your grandchildren during this program.
Pre-K-11 years old
Supply Fee: $5.00 each child, FOMOA members: $3.00 each child,
FOMOA grandparent members $2.00 each child
Pre-registration requested by January 6th

History Tales: Make It, Take It: Bayside Plantation
Friday, January 20, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will discover what life was like at Bayside Plantation, view artifacts and participate in a hands-on activity. (Free program)
Elementary students accompanied by an adult.
FEBRUARY

PreSchooler Time: The Blue and the Gray
Thursday, February 9, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, February 15, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover the colors of the soldiers uniforms during the Civil War, what type of cloth was used to make the uniform and equipment carried by a soldier, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

Civil War Living History School Day
Friday, February 10, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Naval and partisan ranger reenactors will be present to discuss those aspects of the War through demonstrations, exhibits, and displays. Civilian reenactors will demonstrate how the War affected everyday life. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet with historians and enhance classroom education.
Groups must pre-register, as space is limited.

Civil War Living History Public Day and Ribbon Cutting
Saturday, February 11, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
The 150th anniversary of the Battle of Elizabeth City, fought February 10, 1862, will be commemorated Saturday, February 11, 2012. The day's events will begin at 10:00 am on the front steps with a ribbon cutting for the newest exhibit, 'Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle."

"Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle"
Focus Weeks for Schools
February, 14-24, 9:00 am—1:00 pm
Register your group for a specialized tour of MOA's newest exhibit: Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle." Hands-on activities will enhance the experience.
Groups must pre-register

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, February, 17, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit "Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle."
Elementary students accompanied by an adult
MARCH

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss
Friday, March 2, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday at the Museum by reading a Dr. Seuss book and participating in a hands-on activity. If you like, come dressed as your favorite Dr. Seuss character.
All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

PreSchooler Time: "Victory" Garden
Thursday, March 8, 10:00 am – 11:00 am &
Wednesday, March 21, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
PreSchooler Time:
Discover the importance of the "Victory" gardens during World Wars I and II, learn what types of seeds were planted, how vegetables were used, read a book and participate in a hands-on experience.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle
Isaac Byrum Day
Sunday, March 11, 2:00pm – 4:00 pm
Museum will open at 1:00 pm for gallery visits
Earl Roundtree will discuss the life of Civil War soldier and Chowan County native Isaac Byrum who was wounded in the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863.
Ansley Herring Wegner author of "Phantom Pain: North Carolina's Artificial Limbs Program for Confederate Veterans" will discuss North Carolina's artificial-limbs program with those of other former Confederate states. She will discuss how her research concluded that North Carolina was among the most progressive of the southern states in supporting its disabled and maimed Confederate veterans.

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, March 16, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit "Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle."
Elementary students accompanied by an adult

Students Day on the River
Friday, March 23, 9:00 am -- Noon
Open to organized groups--must pre-register

Pinewood Derby
Saturday, March 24, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Become a part of the Annual Albemarle Pinewood Derby by viewing cars built by the local Club Scouts and cheering all participants on to victory.

APRIL

Pirate Day Camp: Set Sail on a Pirate Adventure
Tuesday, April 10, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Students 5-8 years of age will discover a pirate's way of life through hands-on activities during the one-day camp. Campers will learn what pirates ate, the types of ships sailed, the story and legend of Blackbeard, what pirates wore and many other fun facts. Space is limited and pre-registration is required by Tuesday, April 3, 2012. Cost of camp: FOMOA Member $20.00 and Non-Member $25.00.
A boxed lunch will be included along with a light snack.

PreSchooler Time: Signs of a North Carolina Tar Heel
Thursday, April 12, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, April 18, 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover how North Carolina earned the nickname "Tar Heel", read a book about the "Tar Heel" state and participate in a hands-on activity.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

Battle of South Mills: 150th Anniversary Commemoration
Sunday, April 15, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Galleries will open at 1:00pm. Displays of historical artifacts from the battle site, interactive websites and storyboards by Bruce Long and Charles McDonald will be open from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Lecture and demonstration by Alex Leary will begin at 2:00 pm.

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, April 20, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit "Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle."
Elementary students accompanied by an adult

MAY

PreSchooler Time: Symbols of North Carolina
Thursday, May 10, 10:00 am – 11:00 am and
Wednesday, May 16 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Discover the many symbols of North Carolina with a special look at the Shad Boat, read a book and participate in a hands-on activity.
Participants 3--5 years old and accompanied by an adult

History Tales: Make It, Take It: To War! The War Between the States
Friday, May 18, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students will step back in time through a series of Civil War related topics focusing on the exhibit "Under Both Flags: Civil War in the Albemarle."
Elementary students accompanied by an adult

Join Me Crew, Matey: Pirate Family Fun Day
Saturday, May 19, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Held in conjunction with the North Carolina Potato Festival, the Museum will be the site of Circle S Stable pony rides, hands-on pirate activities and the children's musical duo of C-Shells providing lively music that will have you singing along and dancing.

Hold the Date:

2nd Saturdays
Saturday, June 6, 10:00 am—2:00 pm

2nd Saturdays
Saturday, July 14, 10:00 am—2:00 pm

2nd Saturdays
Saturday, August 11, 10:00 am—2:00 pm

ALL PROGRAMS ARE FREE EXCEPT WHERE NOTED!

Please check our Facebook page or call the Museum for moredetails!

For PreSchooler Time participants must be between3 to 5 years old and must be accompanied by an adult.

For History Tales participants must be elementaryschool age and accompanied by an adult.