Past Finders Summer Program
Past Finders Summer Program, now in its 22nd season, is a summer enrichment program for children in grades 1-7. Past Finders Staff encourage children to appreciate history through hands-on activities, creative arts projects, games, and exploration of the museum’s collection. The return of so many participants attests to the high quality and popularity of Past Finders.
Schedule and Activities
Past Finders is based at the Buttonwoods Museum. Although each session is different, field trips, art projects, games, and cooking are an integral part of the weekly activities.
Past Finders meets Tuesday through Friday during each session week.
Morning drop-off is at 9:00 am and afternoon pick-up is at 4:00 pm. On
Friday
afternoons at 3:00 pm, parents, family and friends are invited to an
open house where children present their projects from the week.
Grades Levels
Your child's grade level is determined by the grade he/she will be in as of September 2012.
Staff
Past Finders Staff are CPR and First-Aid certified employees of the Haverhill Historical Society.
Sponsors
Past Finders Sponsorship Opportunities. Are you interested in sponsoring a Past Finders scholarship this summer?
- A $160 donation will cover a child's expenses for one full program session.
- Please contact our Program Coordinator at programs@haverhillhistory.org or call 978-374-4626 for more information and additional sponsorship opportunities.
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Donations are tax deductible and a
great way to give
back to your community!
You can pay for your child's summer program with PayPal! Be sure to provide you child's name during checkout. Use the summer program brochure (see link below) to determine your amount due, then mail in your completed registration and check "PayPal" where indicated.
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_________________________________________________________Session One
Come Sail Away
July 10-13, 2012
For centuries, the Merrimack River has connected Haverhill to ports
around the world.
Haverhill-built vessels hunted whales, sailed the Pacific, and
transported exotic trade items from England, China, and the West
Indies.
In this perennial favorite, campers will explore the Merrimack River as
a resource and link to the world. Activities include fishing. exploring
the Buttonwoods Trail, sailor crafts, cooking, and a field trip to a
gundalow (historic flat-bottomed cargo boat).
Cost: $160
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Session Two
Fun on the Farm
August 7-10, 2012
Learn
about farm life first hand! The landscape of early Haverhill was dotted
by farms. Farmers who lived in the John Ward House (circa 1710) worked
very hard but still found time for fun.
We will share some of the same chores and experiences in this historic
farm house. Participants will garden, cook with seasonal fruits and
vegetables, learn homespun crafts, and visit a farm museum.
Cost: $160
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Program Registration and Information
For families with more than one child enrolled in a program session, a discount of $25 will be applied for each additional child.
A Medical Release Form and a Medical/Immunization Record (completed by your family physician) are required by Massachusetts state law.
Forms will be sent to you upon receipt of registration and are available here.
In order to confirm your child's registration:
- a non-refundable deposit of $25 is required for each session.
- The $25 is deductible from the session fee.
- Full payment for all sessions must be received by June 15, 2012.
- Registrations must include a $25 Family Membership and will be accepted by mail or in person.
Please make checks payable to:
Haverhill Historical Society
Past Finders Summer Program
240 Water Street
Haverhill, Massachusetts 01830
Cancellations made prior to 7 days before the start of each program session will receive a full refund. No refunds will be given within 7 days of your child’s program session.
Financial assistance is available. Please submit a completed registration form for your child along with a letter stating your financial need and what amount, if any, yFinancial assistance is available. Please submit a completed registration form for your child along with a letter stating your financial need and what amount, if any, your family can contribute. Financial assistance is dependent on available funds. our family can contribute. Financial assistance is dependent on available funds.
