Free Learning Series "Little Kids, Big World" Featured at North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum

Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free interactive learning series "Little Kids, Big World" at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history. The programs are Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. unless otherwise noted.  All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

"Little Kids, Big World" classes, led by educator Sarah Fox, are offered in a large public space with social distancing considerations. Each child is provided with their own supplies. Children and their parents or guardians are asked to meet at the east entrance information desk.

March 4 Wind Has the Power! Did you know that windmills help create power that our farmers can use? Look at a windmill exhibit in the State Museum and make a wind-powered toy.

March 11 Dinosaurs Rock, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. Discover how dinosaur fossils are formed and dig in some "rocks" to find a dinosaur.

March 18 Time for Basketball Tournaments. Use a catapult to practice making some sweet shots into a hoop.

March 25 It's (Almost) Spring. Spring brings flowers and sunshine. Make seed balls, a fun way to spread flowers around our surroundings.

For more information, contact Laura Forde at 701.328.2792. The ND Heritage Center & State Museum is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Find upcoming State Historical Society events at history.nd.gov/events.