Teen Workshop: Hands on History: Caring for Culture Through Conservation
Saturday, January 24 at 10:00 AM
Hands-on History is a series of free workshops for high school students. Meet professionals, gain experience in STEAM-focused workshops, and engage with resources at the Penn Museum.Lunch is provided. Two-way SEPTA ride cards available for transportation.
Teen Workshop: Hands on History: Caring for Culture Through Conservation
Saturday, January 24 at 10:00 AM·10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.·University City·Penn Museum·3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Teen Workshop: Hands on History: Caring for Culture Through Conservation
Sat, Jan 24 • 10:00 a.m.
Penn Museum
University City
Hands-on History is a series of free workshops for high school students. Meet professionals, gain experience in STEAM-focused workshops, and engage with resources at the Penn Museum.Lunch is provided. Two-way SEPTA ride cards available for transportation.
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Hands-on History is a series of free workshops for high school students. Meet professionals, gain experience in STEAM-focused workshops, and engage with resources at the Penn Museum.Lunch is provided. Two-way SEPTA ride cards available for transportation.
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Teen Workshop: Hands on History: Caring for Culture Through Conservation starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m.
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