What did mill children of the 1870s do at a fair on their day off from working 10 hour days? Sunday June 10, the Laurel Museum’s Just for Kids Sunday will highlight the kinds of activities families and children might have enjoyed with ‘A Laurel Fair Circa 1870.”
In a world without computers and video games, children developed different skills and interactive meant playing directly with other children. Participants will be able to try Bean Bag Throws, a Pie Eating Contest, Water Balloon Toss, “fishing,” crafts and other activities. The Fair will be held on the grounds of the Laurel Museum, 817 Main Street, from 1:30-3:30. In the event of rain or excessive heat, the activities will be moved inside. Space is limited and reservations are required. Cost $5.00 per child (to cover the cost of craft items). Families can pay at door. To reserve: call 301-725-7975 or email: assist@laurelhistoricalsociety.org. A copy of the registration flier can also be found at www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org.
The Laurel Museum’s current exhibition is “True Life: I Am a Laurel Mill Worker.” The Laurel Museum is open Wednesdays and Fridays 10:00a.m.-2:00 p.m. and Sundays 1:00-4:00p.m. Admission is free. ##
