FEBRUARY
Monday – Friday, February 18 – 22
Winter Break Camp
Grades K–2: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Grades 3–5: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
$10 per day; $45 for the week ($8 per day or $40 for the
week for Carousel Society members)
Escape winter break boredom at the Carrousel Museum, at
least for a few hours. Parents can take a break while children enjoy crafts,
games, stories, supervised activities in our interactive children’s learning
gallery, and a carrousel ride. With a different theme each day, kids can come
once or twice or enjoy a whole week’s worth of activities. Parents are welcome
to accompany children, or drop them off for the time period appropriate to
their age group. Reservations and prepayment required by Friday, February 15;
call 716-693-1885 to register or download the registration form from www.carrouselmuseum.org. Maximum enrollment: 20 students per session.
MARCH
Saturdays, March 2, 9, 16, and 23
Beginner Woodcarving Classes
9:00am
– 12:00pm
Ages
18 and up
$90
($85 for Carousel Society members)
Learn
the historic craft that made our beautiful carrousels possible. Aimed at
students who have no carving experience or are self-taught carvers who lack
specialized technical training, this series of classes introduces tool safety,
sharpening, material selection, and finishing. Participants will work on a
different project each week, including carving in the round and relief carving.
Classes are taught by Doug Bathke, who has been
carving for 49 years and teaching for 38 years. Fee includes instruction, a
tool kit to keep, and materials for projects; students bring a pencil to class.
Reservations and prepayment required by first class; call
716-693-1885 to register. Maximum
enrollment: 12 students. (Classes are a series and cannot be taken
individually. Fees are non-refundable after the first class).
Saturdays, March 2, 9, 16, and 23
Intermediate/Advanced Woodcarving Classes
1:00pm
– 4:00pm
$85
($80 for Carousel Society members)
Carrousels
feature many delicate, intricate carvings. This class series covers more
advanced carving skills, and is designed for those with significant prior carving
experience (a minimum of three years). In this class participants will carve
two projects: a tree spirit face and either an 1812 style eagle or a carrousel
shield face. (Students may alternatively work on a carving of their choice, to
be guided by instructor, but must supply their own pattern and wood). Classes
are taught by Doug Bathke, who has been carving for 49
years and teaching for 38 years. Fee includes instruction, pattern, and wood
for group projects. Students must have their own tools, including gouges for
relief carving, two 6-inch (or larger) C-clamps, and a pencil.
Reservations
and prepayment required by Thursday, February 28; call 716-693-1885 to
register. Maximum enrollment: 10
students. (Classes are a series and cannot be taken individually. Fees are
non-refundable after the first class).
Saturday, March 9
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
12:00pm – 4:00pm
$6 per person (sorry, no coupons or passes accepted)
You
don’t have to be Irish to join in the St. Patrick’s Day fun! Join in a scavenger
hunt to find the fabled pot of gold, and take a ride on the carrousel with a
lucky leprechaun along the way. Immerse
yourself in Irish culture with a special performance at 2:00pm. Enjoy crafts,
snacks, and some St. Patrick’s Day history to round out a great afternoon.
Thursday,
March 14
Home School Day
10:00am
– 2:00pm
$6
per person (sorry, no coupons or passes accepted)
Come to the Carrousel Museum to enjoy a special day for
home-educated children and their families! See woodcarving demonstrations,
learn how historic band organ music is produced, and take part in a number of
hands-on activities throughout the museum. Activities are designed for
school-age children and are linked to the NYS curriculum. Bag lunches welcome. Space
is limited; pre-registration and pre-payment required by Monday, March
11. Call 716-693-1885 to register.
Monday,
March 18
Volunteer Open House
3:00pm – 5:00pm
Free—just
bring your enthusiasm!
The Carrousel Museum transports visitors to the past, but
there’s nothing magical that keeps our doors open. We rely on the hard work,
skill, and passion of many dedicated volunteers to create engaging educational
experiences for tourists and the local community. We are always looking for
more enthusiastic individuals to
help fulfill this vital mission. If you think you have what it takes, join us
for an introductory open house to learn more about the exciting opportunities
available, and how you can get involved! Call
716-693-1885 for more information.
Saturday, March 30
“Egg-cellent” Easter Event
12:00pm – 4:00pm
$6 per person (sorry, no coupons or passes accepted)
Hop on down to the Carrousel
Museum for some spring time fun! Learn about the history of the Easter bunny
and other spring symbols as you enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of crafts, games,
and other activities. There will be a special spring performance followed by an
old-fashioned egg roll on the lawn. Make sure you say hello to the Easter Bunny
and join him for a ride on the carrousel to round out a great afternoon.
APRIL
Wednesday, April 3
Museum Opens for Spring
12:00pm – 4:00pm, Wednesdays – Sundays; Closed Mondays and
Tuesdays
$6 adults; $5 seniors; $3 children ages 2 – 16
Wednesday, April 3 and Saturday, April 20
Guided Museum Tour
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Included with paid admission ($6 adults; $5 seniors; $3
children ages 2 – 16)
Get
the inside scoop on the museum’s collection by joining one of our public tours.
Led by a museum staff member or docent, these fun-filled, fact-filled tours are
a great way for visitors of all ages to discover the museum’s treasures. Public
tours are offered the 1st Wednesday and 3rd Saturday of
the month from April through November. Tours depart from museum entrance hall
and no reservations are needed—just join right in.
Saturday, April 20
Victorian Tea
2:00pm – 4:00pm
SOLD OUT
Step
back in time to a period of refinement, elegance, and of course good social
etiquette. Enjoy a traditional three-course tea while learning more about this
fascinating part of America’s past. This fascinating glimpse at the elegant
fashions of the era features all the luxurious underpinnings, dresses, hats,
and accessories that went into the perfect, in-style ensemble for afternoon
tea. Don’t forget to bring your favorite teacup and wear your finest hat! Reservations
and prepayment required. Seating is limited, so call 716-693-1885 today to
reserve your place.
Saturday, April 27
Happy Birthday Mr. Herschell!
12:00pm – 4:00pm
Included with paid admission ($6 adults; $5 seniors; $3
children ages 2 – 16)
Come
wish Mr. Herschell a happy 162nd birthday!
Born in Scotland
on April 27, 1851, Mr. Herschell never carved a horse
in his life—but his companies made some of the world’s most beautiful
carrousels. Learn more about Mr. Herschell’s
fascinating life and career as we celebrate his legacy in North Tonawanda. Explore Herschell’s
Scottish heritage, take part in fun birthday games and activities, and of
course enjoy some birthday cake!
MAY
Wednesday, May 1 and Saturday, May 18
Guided Museum Tour
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Included with paid admission ($6 adults; $5 seniors; $3
children ages 2 – 16)
Get
the inside scoop on the museum’s collection by joining one of our public tours.
Led by a museum staff member or docent, these fun-filled, fact-filled tours are
a great way for visitors of all ages to discover the museum’s treasures. Public
tours are offered the 1st Wednesday and 3rd Saturday of
the month from April through November. Tours depart from museum entrance hall
and no reservations are needed—just join right in.
Sunday, May 12
Mother’s Day Celebration
12:00pm – 4:00pm
Included with paid admission ($6 adults; $5 seniors; $3
children ages 2 – 16); free to mothers
Show
mom how special she is with her own afternoon at the Carrousel Museum. Always a
great place for families, this day will be even more memorable as mothers and
children share special crafts and activities together.
JUNE
Saturday, June 1
The Brass Ring Thing XIII
A Renaissance Festival
11:00am – 6:00pm
$8.00 per person (child or adult)
(SORRY, NO COUPONS OR PASSES ACCEPTED.)
Travel back in time to “ye days of olde” at the Thirteenth Annual Brass Ring Thing Renaissance Festival. Join knights, ladies and local community to celebrate the early origins of carrousels. Face Painting, crafts and games for children. Demonstrations of Knife & Axe Throwing, Sword Fighting and an Archery Tournament. Plus DANCE! MUSIC! FOOD!
