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Feb 16,2009 - Feb 23, 2009

  • FEB
    MON 16
    • REMIND ME

      Mid-wnter Recess—MUSEUM OPEN

      10:00, for All ages

      The Museum will be OPEN from 10am to 5pm on this NYC public-school holiday. Come play with us!

    • REMIND ME

      Presidents Day—MUSEUM OPEN

      10:00, for All ages

      The Museum will be OPEN from 10am to 5pm on this NYC public-school holiday. Come play with us!

    • REMIND ME

      Faith Ringgold: The Last Story Quilt

      11:30, for 5 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      In conjunction with the exhibit Faith Ringgold:  A Sampler, this video shares an insider’s look at how one African-American woman fulfilled her dream of becoming an artist, with each she faced reinforcing her determination to reach her goal.  
      Created and produced by Linda Freeman; written and directed by David Irving.

    • REMIND ME

      Who Is the President?

      11:30, for 6 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      Learn about different community helpers, from firefighters to police officers to the President of the U.S, and discover what their jobs involve.  Create a button to celebrate what you want to be when you grow up.

    • REMIND ME

      Lincoln's Cabin

      11:30, for 6 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      Who are those faces on our coins?  Sort them, toss them, and make them shiny!  Build your own Lincoln Cabin and test how many pennies it can hold!

    • REMIND ME

      Faith Ringgold Paints Crown Heights

      12:00, for 5 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      In a second video, take an inspirational look with the artist at 12 cultures that have settled in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.  Through folk tales and her painting, this documentary film shows how these diverse cultures have contributed to the American spirit.   
      Created and produced by Linda Freeman; written and directed by David Irving.

    • REMIND ME

      President for a Day

      01:00, for 6 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      What would you do if you were President for a day?  Join us as we learn what it means to be the President of the United States of America!  Join us as we read Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope by Nikki Grimes!  

    • REMIND ME

      Who Is the President?

      02:30, for 6 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      Learn about different community helpers, from firefighters to police officers to the President of the U.S, and discover what their jobs involve.  Create a button to celebrate what you want to be when you grow up.

    • REMIND ME

      Lincoln's Cabin

      03:00, for 6 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      Who are those faces on our coins?  Sort them, toss them, and make them shiny!  Build your own Lincoln Cabin and test how many pennies it can hold!

    • REMIND ME

      President for a Day

      03:00, for 6 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      What would you do if you were President for a day?  Join us as we learn what it means to be the President of the United States of America!  Join us as we read Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope by Nikki Grimes!  
    TUE 17
    • REMIND ME

      Mid-wnter Recess—MUSEUM OPEN

      10:00, for All ages

      The Museum will be OPEN from 10am to 5pm on this NYC public-school holiday. Come play with us!

    • REMIND ME

      Faith Ringgold: The Last Story Quilt

      11:30, for 5 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series
      As part of Black History Month, and in conjunction with the exhibit Faith Ringgold:  A Sampler, this video shares an insider’s look at how one African-American woman fulfilled her dream of becoming an artist, with each she faced reinforcing her determination to reach her goal.  
      Created and produced by Linda Freeman; written and directed by David Irving.

    • REMIND ME

      There’s a Hero in All of Us

      11:30, for 5 and under

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      Learn about the brave African-American heroes in history, such as the black cowboys. Discover the contributions they have made to our community and create your own bandana to take home!

    • REMIND ME

      Faith Ringgold Paints Crown Heights

      12:00, for 5 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      In a second video, take an inspirational look with the artist at 12 cultures that have settled in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.  Through folk tales and her painting, this documentary film shows how these diverse cultures have contributed to the American spirit.   
      Created and produced by Linda Freeman; written and directed by David Irving.

    • REMIND ME

      Expressive African Beats

      01:00, for 6 and up

      Part of Black History Month 2009's Untold Stories:  Heroes, Heroines, and Innovators Series

      Come see, touch, play, and hear African musical instruments from the Museum′s collection. Sing and play along with a West African song and then create your own expressive beats!  
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