May - October: Open daily from 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Closed on the following days: October 11, 27, and 30
The Griffin Discovery Room is a hands-on space for children and families to learn about the past and discover their own place in history.
Activities
- Become an archaeologist and dig and analyze artifacts
- Design and construct buildings at the block table
- Print a miniature copy of the Declaration of Independence
- Share family stories through an oral history interview
- Curl up with a good book in the reading nook
The Griffin Discovery Room is in a new location at the Woodland Pavilion next to the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center.
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Plan Your Visit
2024 Family and Education Events
We have programs throughout the year geared towards our youngest visitors. Check out what's scheduled for 2024.
Mountaintop Activity Center
On the mountaintop: Write with a quill pen, crack a code with a wheel cipher, and explore mystery objects. Available seasonally; located outdoors next to the Farm Shop.