Families can explore the world with Des Plaines History Center

Posted June 07, 2021 11:00 pm

Submitted by Audrey M. Birkner

Families, are you ready to travel the world this summer?

Join the Des Plaines History Center for its family program series titled Summer Adventures.

Children and families will be able to explore international art and culture on select Sundays through June, July and August. All sessions are drop-in, run from 1:30 to 4 p.m., and are free. Each session includes diverse activities and art projects inspired by countries across the globe.

The full list of dates and topics is below:

• June 13: Mexico City, Mexico

• June 20: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

• June 27: Accra, Ghana

• July 11: Reykjavik, Iceland

• July 18: Athens, Greece

• Aug. 1: Istanbul, Turkey

• Aug. 8: Tokyo, Japan

• Aug. 15: Sydney, Australia

All children ages 5 to 12 and their families are welcome to attend this program.

The Des Plaines History Center is at 781 Pearson St., in Des Plaines. The program is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Des Plaines.

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