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My Museum with Bloomington Public Library

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March 28th at 2:00pm – November 24th at 3:00pm

McLean County Museum of History

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The McLean County Museum of History is partnering with the Bloomington Public Library to present My Museum, a program which aims to help children learn about museums. Children will participate in activities and discussions about museums and exhibits based on the books, A Girl in a Museum World by Tellie Simpson and Milo’s Museum by Zetta Elliot. Children will create their own self-portraits and explore curation by learning to create object labels and labeling personal items that tell their story.

We encourage each child to bring up to three small personal items for labeling. Staff will take pictures of each child’s exhibits and all personal items will be returned to their owners at the end of the program. Pictures may be shared via the library’s social media channels and the museum’s social media channels.

Beginning March 14, registration can be completed online at bit.ly/bplmuseum328, by calling 309.590.6155, or in person at the Children’s Services Desk at the Library. As soon as registration is complete, you will receive a confirmation email.

Note: This program will take place in the Courtroom at the McLean County Museum of History (200 N. Main Street). Museum entry is FREE on Tuesdays. Masks are recommended but are not required. Please note that parking may be limited.

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The McLean County Museum of History is partnering with the Bloomington Public Library to present My Museum, a program which aims to help children learn about museums. Children will participate in activities and discussions about museums and exhibits based on the books, A Girl in a Museum World by Tellie Simpson and Milo’s Museum by Zetta Elliot. Children will create their own self-portraits and explore curation by learning to create object labels and labeling personal items that tell their story.

We encourage each child to bring up to three small personal items for labeling. Staff will take pictures of each child’s exhibits and all personal items will be returned to their owners at the end of the program. Pictures may be shared via the library’s social media channels and the museum’s social media channels.

Beginning March 14, registration can be completed online at bit.ly/bplmuseum328, by calling 309.590.6155, or in person at the Children’s Services Desk at the Library. As soon as registration is complete, you will receive a confirmation email.

Note: This program will take place in the Courtroom at the McLean County Museum of History (200 N. Main Street). Museum entry is FREE on Tuesdays. Masks are recommended but are not required. Please note that parking may be limited.