Who are RPM Kids and why are
they here?
The RPM is the logo for the family
programming here at the Reading Public Museum.
Every time you see a picture of them, you will
know that the program is for the family and/or
family friendly!
What are Family Fun Sheets?
Family fun sheets are to be used
when families or children and adults come into
the Museum and want to make the Museum visit
more informative and fun for both the child
and the adult. These sheets are free and are
available for both the permanent collections
and some temporary exhibits. There will be
new and different sheets available on a regular
basis. If you don't see them, please ask!
What is the Family Fun Brochure?
This is information that provides
families with information about the Reading
Public Museum. It contains tips on how to look
at objects in the Museum, on things to do as
a family while you're here, a brief guide to
facilities in the Museum, and a listing of
opportunities for families at the Museum.
What are the Backpacks?
The backpacks are free for
children and adults to use while visiting the Museum.
They contain activities that will help explain
what is in the Galleries, how to understand
objects in the Galleries, and things to do
while visiting the Galleries. Although the
directions in the backpack are self-explanatory,
there will be a greeter who will explain the
contents of the pack. You do not have to
be familiar with the Gallery in order to enjoy
the backpack with your children. That is one
of the objectives - that adults as well as
children will come away with more knowledge
of the Museum! It will take you approximately
thirty minutes to complete the contents of
a backpack.
The backpacks are on the Backpack
Rack, and there is a greeter who will check
the pack in and out and will explain how to
use the backpacks.
Who are Saturday Morning Buddies?
These are workshops for a child
and his/her adult buddy. They are Saturday
mornings from 10:00 am to 11:30 am. and each
workshop presents a different art or craft
activity. All supplies are included in the
workshop fee and each workshop you will come
away with a completed project! This is a way
to spend some family time.
