National Parks Photography Project
Dates: Nov 30, 2015-Mar 16, 2016
Times: From: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue: George Bush Presidential Library
1000 George Bush Drive West College Station, TX 77845
Phone: 979-691-4068
Description
Centered around the centennial anniversary of America's National Park Service in 2016, the exhibit celebrates the important role that the visual image has played in the history and creation of our national parks. The core of this exhibit is the timeless black and white photography of American photographer Mark Burns. These photographs were taken from 2011 through 2015 with one iconic photograph from each of America's 59 national parks. A portion of this exhibit will also pay tribute to early painters and photographers. "The National Parks Photography Project" will be on display in the Ansary Gallery of American History beginning November 30, 2015, through March 21, 2016. For more information, visit bush41.org
HOLIDAY BREAK 2015
December 26 to December 31, 2015
Step back in time and explore fun holiday traditions and historic moments from American history with family-friendly programming December 26-December 31, 2015. Activities includeMilitary Musters, Historic Character Meet and Greets, and the Growing Up, American Style show.
Daily Programs
Saturday, December 26 – Thursday, December 31, 2015
Growing up, American Style
10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m.
Party like it's…1799! In this hands-on program, visitors will discover what it was like to grow up at different times in American history. Guests can participate in a costume runway show featuring traditional-style dress from the Colonial and Civil War eras, and try their hand at once-popular games like hoop-and-stick.
Colonial Dress-up and Photo Opportunities
10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Grand Hall Lobby
A great photo-op for the whole family, visitors can dress in replicas of traditional-style attire from the Colonial era and pose will likeness of the Continental Army's greatest heroes.
Craft and Activity Stations
10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Grand Hall Overlook
Create tri-corn hats, founding father portraits and other historical flare at our craft tables, then try your hand at Hoop-and-Stick, Graces, Nine Pin, and other popular games played by children in Revolutionary America.
Meet a Continental Soldier
12 p.m. – 2 p.m., Grand Hall Lobby
Visitors can learn some fascinating facts about American history straight from the source!
Special Weekend Programs
Saturday, December 26 through Monday, December 28, 2015
Soldiers Life
11 a.m., Grand Hall Lobby
Join a Revolutionary-Era Soldier as he discusses the daily lifestyle of a typical infantryman in the American Continental Army during the American Revolution. Visitors will have the opportunity to be fitted up with equipment and gear along with the proper training of the day. Highly energized and interactive, this program is perfect for families!
Military Muster
1 p.m., Grand Hall Lobby
Do you hear the drum beating? The Continental Army is recruiting a few good kids for drills in the art of marching and musket etiquette.
Holiday Hours
• Dec. 24: 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Dec. 25: Closed
• Dec. 26: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Dec. 27: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Dec. 28: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Dec. 29: 9:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
• Dec. 30: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Dec. 31: 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Jan. 1: Closed
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