Join us at the museum for the annual Christmas Open House from 11-3. Refreshments, gift shop discounts, and the lighting of the museum. Call 307-455-2284 for more information.
Christmas Holiday Open House
Kids Corner: Scandinavian Straw Ornament
Scandinavian immigrants were hired as tie hacks to cut logs throughout the Wind River region. Many of their traditions were incorporated in Dubois history. Grain was important, and an ancient Scandinavian tradition was that the first bundle of grain that was cut was kept for decorating the home during Christmas. The straw was made into ornaments to be hung on the Christmas tree and throughout the home. This project will encourage children to use natural materials to create a cultural keepsake.
“Annual Halloween Carnival”
Dubois Museum joins with Kiwanis Club at the Dennison Lodge to provide a safe and fun place to wear Halloween costumes and play games while celebrating this last fall holiday before winter sets in.
Kids Corner: Cyanotype Printmaking
As part of the Bailey Tire & Pit Stop Travel Center Children’s Exploration Series, this Kids Corner will explore the early photography process of cyanotype, also known as Sun Prints. The process was developed in 1842 by Sir John Herschel and is still used by artists today. This project will emphasize children’s art and creativity, combining nature, science and art in the concepts of photography.