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Museums

Start Your Rockin’ Collection!

February 08, 2020 - February 08, 2020 @ 10:30 am - 10:30 am

Location

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art

Kensington Rd

Oak Brook, IL

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Description

This activity will help kids ages 5-10 start creating personalized rock cartons. Repurposed egg cartons are provided for rock and mineral identification or bring a collection box. Materials for decoration and personalization will be provided, and each child will choose several rocks to start or fill in their collection. Rocks from home can also be brought in for identification

Event Cost: $15, $5 members

Event times: 2 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://lizzadromuseum.org/

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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