December museum programs explore symmetry

December 1, 2015

The University of Alaska Museum of the North will offer hands-on programs to explore symmetry during the month of December.

Photo by Theresa Bakker. The collections at the UA Museum of the North contain many examples of symmetrical design.

Early Explorers, for children 5 and younger, meets from 10 a.m. to noon each Friday. Junior Curators, for kids 6 and older, is offered from 2-4 p.m. Saturdays. The theme for Saturday, Dec. 5, is snowflakes. On Saturday, Dec. 19, visitors can learn about beading.

The museum also will offer open Creativity Lab activities for all ages during the first two weeks of winter break. The labs will be from 1–4 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, Dec. 21–22 and Dec. 28– 29. Supplies and inspiration are provided.

These programs are included with admission. For more information about the museum’s programs and events, visit the website at www.uaf.edu/museum or call 474-7505.