Special holiday programming
at the Canadian Children’s Museum
Gatineau, Quebec, December 3, 2004 — A great way to get into the holiday spirit is to take in some of the special activities and programmes at the Canadian Children’s Museum during the Christmas and holiday season.
Christmas Fun and Games!
Friday, December 10
Build a toy in the Elves Workshop and play some holiday games from around the world. Don’t miss a special presentation of our Christmas play, Santa, at 10:00 a.m. (English) and 11:00 a.m. (French), where you’ll follow the adventures of a mischievous elf.
Santa’s Workshop
December 11, 12, 18 to 23 — Throughout the day
Work alongside our Studio elf as you decorate a toy to give to a special someone.
Building Blitz
December 28 to 30, January 2 and 3 — Throughout the day
It’s time to build in the CCM Theatre! Design a structure using thousands of Mega Bloks® of various shapes and sizes. Be inspired by expert builders as they re-create international landmarks from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
These programmes and workshops are free with Museum admission. Please note that workshops accommodate 25 participants at a time and that all programmes are subject to change without notice. Please call to confirm dates and times.
Please note that the Canadian Museum of Civilization, which includes the Canadian Children’s Museum, will be open on Monday, December 20, 2004, on Monday, December 27, 2004, on New Year’s Day Saturday, January 1, 2005 and on Monday, January 3, 2005. However, the Museum will close at 3:00 p.m. on December 24 and will be closed on December 25, 2004. The Canadian Children’s Museum closes at 5:00 p.m. on Thursdays.
For more information, the public can call (819)776-7000 or 1-800-555-5621.
Media Information:
Chief, Media Relations
Canadian Museum of Civilization
Tel.: (819) 776-7167
Media Relations Officer
Canadian Museum of Civilization
Tel.: (819) 776-7169
Fax: (819) 776-7187
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