Toys: The Inside Story
Ever wonder just how that Hokey Pokey Elmo actually wiggles and dances? Visit Toys: The Inside Story at the Montshire Museum of Science December 13, 2014 through January 19, 2015, and peek inside some well-known toys to discover the gadgets and gizmos that make them work.
This is a totally fun exhibition that examines the science and mechanics of how toys work with hands-on displays and tons of cool classic toys. First, explore the 14 different hands-on stations that illustrate the simple mechanisms in toys. From Jack-in-the-Box to Hokey Pokey Elmo®, explore the basics of pulleys, cams, gears, linkages and circuits. Then, experiment with the many different mechanical and electrical doodads that make toys so fun! TOYS is an exhibition the entire family will find irresistible.
The Montshire Museum is open daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Date and Time
Tuesday Jan 6, 2015 Monday Jan 19, 2015
Location
Montshire Museum of Science One Montshire Road
Norwich, VT 05055
Fees/Admission
Free with Museum admission ($14 adults, $11 children 2-17, free for members and children under 2)
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Beth Krusi
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