Craft Kits
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Whale Plushie Workshop
Did you know that women sometimes sailed on whaleships? Discover the incredible adventures and trailblazing experiences of whaling wives and learn how they spent their time while out at sea. Sew up a felt whale plush toy with our craft kit. Registration 
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Sailor's Valentines
Did you know that whalers brought home a souvenir called a Sailor’s Valentine? Learn to identify shells used to create these beautiful works of art and design a Sailor’s Valentine for yourself or a loved one. Registration 
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Ocean Science Workshop
In honor of Earth Day, see how a 3D Enviroscape coastal model can help us discover the negative effects of run-off into the Sound from fertilizers, pesticides, pet waste, bacteria, and oil. Mix up an alternative cleaning product at home with our kits. Funded in part by the Long Island Sound Futures Fund. Register here. |
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Scrimshaw Carving
Explore scrimshaw, a true American folk art. See examples from our collection and discover how whalers carved teeth, bones and baleen into beautiful works of art. Sketch, carve, and ink a “fauxshaw” keepsake box. Registration 
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Corn Husk Dolls
Explore the folktale of the corn husk doll, a traditional craft shared by Native American and colonist families. Learn how corn husk dolls were created and craft your own figure using corn husks and other materials found in our kits. Registration 
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