Celebrate America's 250th at Brenau University

Schedule

Thu Jul 02 2026 at 08:30 am to 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Northeast Georgia History Center | Gainesville, GA

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Brenau & the Northeast Georgia History Center invite rising 3rd–5th graders in the region to a day of discovery, creativity & patriotic fun!
About this Event

Free One-Day History & Art Adventure for Kids (8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)

What Will Your Child Experience?

  • Dance & Movement: Master traditional steps like the Yankee Doodle and the Cumberland Reel (taught by the Atlanta Historic Dance Society).
  • Interactive History: Step into the past with workshops on Paul Revere and the deerskin trade. (led by History Now).
  • Creative Crafts: Design George Washington and Abraham Lincoln puppets (taught by the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta).
  • Artistic Expression: Create vibrant "firework-inspired" masterpieces.
  • Be the Artist: Students will help install their work in a professional "pop-up" exhibition!

Space is limited.

NOTE TO PARENTS: Please ensure students bring a sack lunch and a refillable water bottle! Drinks will be provided.


Family Celebration After-Party & Reception (4-6 p.m.)

Open to families and the public! Join us for light refreshments and tour three unique exhibitions:

  • The Student Pop-Up Exhibit: See what the kids created today! (at NEGHC)
  • Youth Juried Exhibition: Middle school art celebrating the USA. (at NEGHC)
  • Americana Art Curation: A professional exhibition at the Leo Castelli Gallery.

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Where is it happening?

Northeast Georgia History Center, 322 Academy Street Northeast, Gainesville, United States

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