History is for kids, too!
The Mount Prospect Historical Society is pleased to announce the return of its popular summer programs for 2022.
Two sessions of the always popular Prairie Kids program will be held on July 21, 2022. Boys and girls, age seven and up, are invited to take part in these fun, step-back-in-time experiences. In session one, participants will try their hand at chores and games of yesteryear, make a yarn kid, sample homemade lemonade and plant vegetables.
Life as a Prairie Kid I will be offered from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Life as a Prairie Kid II will also be held on Thursday, July 21, 2022, but in the afternoon from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. In session two, participants will continue their exploration of life in the late 19th century as a prairie kid. They’ll try their hand at old-fashioned chores and games, make a paper chain and a no bake snack, and learn sewing skills.
The exciting Science of History program is back, too, and will be offered on Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. This STEM-based interactive program has been delighting kids in past summers with themes such as catapults, waterwheels, log cabin building, rockets, and boats. This year children ages seven and up will explore “Wind” in honor of the 270th anniversary of Ben Franklin’s kite flying experiment. They will be making kites, pinwheels, windsocks and more.
To complement the science program this year, the Society is presenting “If You Lived in Colonial Times” on Thursday, July 28, 2022 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Learn book binding skills, make a tin can light, sample tea or hot chocolate, and play games of yesteryear. There will be dress up photo opportunities, too!
“At the Mount Prospect Historical Society, we love bringing history alive for all ages,” said Deb Rittle, Society President and Living History Chair. “We once again look forward to having Young Historians join us this summer for our exciting adventures through time!”
All sessions will be held on the Society campus (101 S. Maple, Street, Mount Prospect). Space is limited and registration is required.
The cost is $25 per person for each session or $20 if registering for more than one program.
We’re right in the neighborhood. Come see what we have to offer! For more information about these programs or to register, visit https://www.mtphist.org/summer-programs-for-children-at-the-mphs/ or call 847-392-9006.
Randhurst Commemorative T-Shirts On Sale Now!
Randhurst Shopping Center, a shopping landmark in Chicago’s northwestern suburbs, opened its doors to an excited public 60 years ago — on August 16, 1962 — and while the original structure no longer stands, Randhurst continues to serve the shopping public and fond memories of the original Randhurst experience remain.
“The mall may no longer be “all under one roof,” but memories of Randhurst remain sheltered in our hearts and memories,” stated Emily Dattilo, Director of the Mount Prospect Historical Society. “Everyone here has a memory of Randhurst, from playing on the sculptures, to ordering lunch at The Picnic, to shopping for Back to School clothes and supplies.”
The Mount Prospect Historical Society is commemorating this momentous anniversary with a new t-shirt that features several of the shopping center’s iconic features. Shirts come in red, blue or green.
“This is a pre-order sale and all orders must be placed by June 30, 2022” said Amanda Marcus, the Society’s Office Manager. “The shirt will sell for $28 for sizes S-XL and $30 for 2XL+.”
“We hope to ship the shirts by the end of July, but supply shortages may extend delivery into August. We thank you for your understanding,” Marcus continued.
