History and Archaeology Walk 'n' Talk

August 3, 11:00am, 1:00pm, or 3:00pm

How are we able to interpret the history of the different people who have called JPPM home for the past 10,000 years? Join us on the first Saturday of the month for one of our History and Archaeology Walk-N-Talks. A park educator will take you back in time to explore the lives of Native Americans, Colonists, tenant farmers and more who have shaped and been shaped by our landscape for millennia. This is a FREE program. Pre-registration is recommended.

JPPM Explorers

August 13, 10:00am-11:00am

Explore nature and history with us in this free Pre-K Storytime program. Each month we will investigate a new topic through a story, hands-on activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5 years old. Pre-registration recommended.

Kayaking through Time

August 17, 10:00am-12:00pm

Join us for a leisurely paddle along the Patuxent and St. Leonard Creek. Take in the scenic views of the cliffs and forests as you learn about the area's rich natural and human history. This 2-hour paddling trip is on protected waters. Paddlers can use our kayaks or bring their own. Suitable for ages 13 and up. Pre-registration required. Fee: $35; $25 if you bring your own kayak. Friends prices $30; $20 if you bring your own kayak.

Painting with Native Pigments

August 24, 6:30pm-8:30pm

For thousands of years humans have been using stone and charcoal to make paintings from Lascaux to Rembrandt. Join us as we explore these pigments that have shaped art and humanity. This workshop is perfect for ages 9-99. Free, but pre-registration required.

History and Archaeology Walk 'n' Talk

September 7, 11:00am, 1:00pm, or 3:00pm

How are we able to interpret the history of the different people who have called JPPM home for the past 10,000 years? Join us on the first Saturday of the month for one of our History and Archaeology Walk-N-Talks. A park educator will take you back in time to explore the lives of Native Americans, Colonists, tenant farmers and more who have shaped and been shaped by our landscape for millennia. This is a FREE program. Pre-registration is recommended.

JPPM Explorers

September 10, 10:00am-11:00am

Explore nature and history with us in this free Pre-K Storytime program. Each month we will investigate a new topic through a story, hands-on activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5 years old. Pre-registration recommended.

Homeschool Day: Colonial STEAM

September 13, 9:30am-12:30pm

Join us at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum for our annual fall Homeschool Day. This year we are exploring the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math of the 17th and 18th centuries. Do you know how telescopes work? Can you design the most effective colonial fort? Or maybe you'd like to investigate what mysterious process makes dough rise. Try your hand at all these activities and many more! Pre-registration is required. Fee: $7 per child aged 4 and older; $21 for families with three or more registered children.

History and Archaeology Walk 'n' Talk

October 5, 11:00am, 1:00pm, or 3:00pm

How are we able to interpret the history of the different people who have called JPPM home for the past 10,000 years? Join us on the first Saturday of the month for one of our History and Archaeology Walk-N-Talks. A park educator will take you back in time to explore the lives of Native Americans, Colonists, tenant farmers and more who have shaped and been shaped by our landscape for millennia. This is a FREE program. Pre-registration is recommended.

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JPPM Explorers

October 8, 10:00am-11:00am

Explore nature and history with us in this free Pre-K Storytime program. Each month we will investigate a new topic through a story, hands-on activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5 years old. Pre-registration recommended.

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JPPM Explorers

November 12, 10:00am-11:00am

Explore nature and history with us in this free Pre-K Storytime program. Each month we will investigate a new topic through a story, hands-on activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5 years old. Pre-registration recommended.

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History and Archaeology Walk 'n' Talk

December 7, 11:00am, 1:00pm, or 3:00pm

How are we able to interpret the history of the different people who have called JPPM home for the past 10,000 years? Join us on the first Saturday of the month for one of our History and Archaeology Walk-N-Talks. A park educator will take you back in time to explore the lives of Native Americans, Colonists, tenant farmers and more who have shaped and been shaped by our landscape for millennia. This is a FREE program. Pre-registration is recommended.

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JPPM Explorers

December 10, 10:00am-11:00am

Explore nature and history with us in this free Pre-K Storytime program. Each month we will investigate a new topic through a story, hands-on activities, and crafts. Ages 3-5 years old. Pre-registration recommended.

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Carolina Snowflakes

December 14, 10:00am-12:00pm

Create your own decorative Carolina snowflake using flat reed or ash. A delicate creation perfect for the holiday season. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. Fee $20/Friends of JPPM $15. Pre-registration required.

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Christmas Scrimshaw

December 19, 6:30pm-8:30pm

How did sailors keep from getting bored during the age of sail? Join us as we explore the history of scrimshaw and make beautiful pieces to hang on to decorate this holiday season. Appropriate for ages 9 and up. Fee $20, Friends of JPPM $15. Registration required.

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