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The Grout Museum District
Programs and Events
700+ programs and events are offered for adults and children here at the Grout Museum District.
The various classes and activities draw people from throughout Northeast Iowa. They vary from panel discussions, genealogy classes, lectures, black history, and the local Civil War participation
| Monthly get-togethers for folks in the area to view for deep-space and planetary objects through a good variety of both small and large telescopes. |
Telescope Checkout Program
(Individuals and groups "check-out" a 6" Dobsonian Telescope, or 4.5" Astroscan Telescope, 6 telescopes available)
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"Grout Inside Out"
a behind-the-scenes look at the workings of a museum. It teaches and demonstrates the inner workings of the museum
Hands-on activities and tips on caring for family keepsakes and momentos.
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Our much acclaimed and popular educational programs involve students from the greater Waterloo area and the surrounding counties. Visitors experience and participate actively in the study of geology, astronomy, pioneer life and Indians of the area. |
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An interactive touch and see program designed for preschool children and special educational needs children to actually touch and learn about selected objects from our collections.
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The museum's calendar of special events features seasonal celebrations plus family activity nights centered around temporary exhibits. |
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Traditional Christmas ornaments making.
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Workshops on textile management |
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Craft demonstrations
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Computer fairs |
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To help interpret the major temporary museum exhibitions that are on site, topical programs are also made available.
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