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Explore History: Your Family and Your Town

Family-oriented events happening in and around Arlington this week.

From singalongs to local history to model trains, we’ve got you covered for family fun all week long. 

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Where/When: , Thursday 10-10:30 a.m.

Why Go: Sing, dance and have fun with your little one.

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Pricing:  Free

 

Where/Where: , Thursday 7 p.m.

Why Go: Discover your family history and build a family tree alongside your kids.

Pricing:  Free

 

Where/When: , Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.  

Why Go: Kids will become enthralled (read: quiet) for hours with local history and the inner-workings of this mill. 

Pricing: Free, open to all. Call 781-643-0554 for more information.

 

Where/When: , Saturday 2-4 p.m.

Why Go: Learn the ancient Chinese game of “Go” and bond over friendly-competition. 

Pricing: Free, open to all. For more information call 781-316-3234.

 

Where/When: Massachusetts Ave. and Jason St., Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m.

Why Go: Introduce kids to rich local history right in your own backyard.  

Pricing: $3 per person. For more information see the museum’s website or call 781-648-4300.

 

Where/When: , Lexington; Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Why Go: Kids and parents can explore the vast display of model trains and railroad trivia.   

Pricing: $7 per family. For ticket information see the museum’s website or call 781-861-6559. 

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