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Try It Tuesdays: Hale-Bopp Comet Day

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A large circle with the words “Try it Tuesday” and “Illinois State Museum” surrounds a smaller blue circle containing an image of comet and the words “Hale-Bopp Comet Day” inside. Attention young adventurers! Join the Illinois State Museum as we launch our summer program, Try It Tuesday! Every Tuesday, from 10 AM to 2 PM, we will host free hands-on activities for kids and families. From flowers to flight, these exciting experiments and crafts explore a variety of topics inspired by our exhibits. Try It Tuesday is only here for the summer, and you won't want to miss out!
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
10:00 AM to 02:00 PM CDT
Illinois State Museum
  • 501 S. Spring Street
  • Springfield, Illinois 62704

Today’s Program: Celebrate the 19th anniversary of the Hale-Bopp Comet by learning more about astral anomalies with art and history. Learn what a is comet while constructing your own tin foil model and find out how people through the ages perceived these astral anomalies. 

For more information, please contact dnr.ism.events@illinois.gov or (217) 782-6044.

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