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Van Trip: Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry

$85 Van Trip | $65 Meet-up Visit the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at UCONN for a private tour and instructional class in shadow puppetry. This centuries old art form gained a new life from the techniques that UCONN pioneered. Enjoy this interactive experience and lunch (included) on this day trip.  Depart at 9:30 AM, Return by 5:00 PM. Register here

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March 20, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

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$85 Van Trip | $65 Meet-up
Visit the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at UCONN for a private tour and instructional class in shadow puppetry. This centuries old art form gained a new life from the techniques that UCONN pioneered. Enjoy this interactive experience and lunch (included) on this day trip.  Depart at 9:30 AM, Return by 5:00 PM.
Register here

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