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School’s Out! Summer Adventures: Mini Museum

$200 per week Members | $210 per week General WPS Students can use code SUMMER23 starting on March 20 for free admission School might be out for the day, but the fun is still IN at The MATT! Drop off your child for these fun-filled week-long experiences. Children will be immersed in the Museum’s galleries and special exhibitions while learning about history and developing their art skills with unique materials and techniques. Join us for this fun, safe, and educational…

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July 17, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

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$200 per week Members | $210 per week General
WPS Students can use code SUMMER23 starting on March 20 for free admission
School might be out for the day, but the fun is still IN at The MATT! Drop off your child for these fun-filled week-long experiences. Children will be immersed in the Museum’s galleries and special exhibitions while learning about history and developing their art skills with unique materials and techniques. Join us for this fun, safe, and educational offering on days you might not get off! All supplies provided. Bring a bagged lunch. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information contact Jason Foberg at x114 or jason@mattmuseum.org
FREE Before and After Care included from 8 AM – 9 AM and 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Support provided by Ion Bank and American Savings Foundation.
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July 17 – 21: Mini Museum
 
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July 24 – 28: Wild Adventures
 
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