Class Visits, Business After hours and more

Well May has been an exciting month already, and there is more to come!  Last Friday we had 2 classes visit us - students from Paul D Henry (3rd grade) and Tony Serna (2nd grade).  First students got a hands on feel for artifacts out of our treasure trunk, learning about artifacts, museums, and what they have in common.  Then we all played Museum Bingo.  And finally they had a quick tour through the builiding.  It was a wonderful experience for me, and I hope for the students and teachers as well.

Thursday May 21 from 5 - 7pm we are hosting a Business After Hours here at the museum.  This is a very exciting event for us, and we are anxious to meet more of the community.  

As a high point to tomorrow night, we are introducing a new exhibit.  "Scrapbooking Las Vegas" is a portrait and photo exhibit that is also incorporating a hands on component.  Come in and tour through the old scrapbooks, and photos and see if you recognize anyone.  Then, take some time to sit down, and leave your thoughts scrapbook style.

Las Vegas Alive! is getting closer and closer to completion.  I can't wait for everyone to see the gorgeous design (courtesy of designer Joe Weber).  We are still looking for groups of 5th-8th graders to come and try it out.

Next Wednesday will be quite eventful.  We expect to have 200 West K-5 students coming through the museum.  Activities will include the Artifact Treasure Trunk, Museum Bingo, and a modified version of Las Vegas Alive.  Stay tuned for photos and a report on the day.