Ancient Adventures: Geography and Boats
Date and Time
December 12, 2012
Location
Event Details
Children examine Odysseus’ journey to better understand the importance of the sea and sailing in the ancient world. Participants will explore ancient Greek boats and how sailing worked and then make their own wooden model. Presented by the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. For ages 5 to 12 years old. Limited to 25 participants.
Support
Major support for children's and young adult programming is provided by the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children's and Young Adult Programs and Services. Major support for children's and young adult programming is provided by the Katerina and Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences. Additional support is provided by the Estate of Charles J. Mauro; the Estate of William C. Morris; the Estate of Esther Manes; New York Life Foundation; MetLife Foundation; Sandra Priest Rose; Solon E. Summerfield Foundation, Inc.; Con Edison; Mr. and Mrs. John Klingenstein; Beth and Christopher Kojima; Milton S. Teicher; Mr. and Mrs. George T. Votis; The Walt Disney Company; The Edith Glick Shoolman Children's Foundation; and an anonymous donor.