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Get a close-up look at historical rations, discover the challenges of feeding an army, and learn how today's soldiers stay fueled in the field.
Join library staff for American Tall Tales — stories to celebrate America's 250th!
Drop in on the south porch for a quick, family-friendly activity inspired by the American Revolution!
Enjoy interactive, parent-child songs, chants, dances and instrumental jam sessions.
Explore reproduction uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a World War II soldier.
Enjoy interactive, parent-child songs, chants, dances and instrumental jam sessions.
Drop in and hang out on the McCormick House south porch for a quick family activity inspired by Col. McCormick’s library!
Enjoy interactive, parent-child songs, chants, dances and instrumental jam sessions.
See how helmets evolved to keep soldiers safe! Match them to different wars and try our hands-on game.
Enjoy interactive, parent-child songs, chants, dances and instrumental jam sessions.
See how the game was played over 100 years ago! Players follow 1850s rules and regulations.
Step up to the plate and discover how baseball changed during World War II!
A 60 minute women's workout class that incorporates cardio, strength, and balance training workout.
See how soldiers sent messages across battlefields! Explore how communication has changed over time and try our hands-on activity.
Explore uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about the life and challenges of a soldier in Vietnam.
Drop in and hang out on the McCormick House south porch for a quick family activity inspired by Col. McCormick’s library!
History isn’t just something you see, you can smell it too! Match scents to moments from the past in this hands-on activity.
See how the game was played over 100 years ago! Players follow 1850s rules and regulations.
Explore uniform pieces and equipment, then try an interactive activity to learn more about a soldier's life and challenges during Operation Desert Storm.
Learn about military rockets, experiment with basic principles of rocketry, and launch different types of model rockets.
See how dogs have supported soldiers on missions over time! Discover the roles of these four-legged heroes and try our hands-on activity.
