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Katherine Livengood posted a reply on Re: Play food in grocery exhibit
Monday, Jun 6, 2022 at 8:28 AM
Said: We stuff cardboard boxes with newspaper and then encase them in packing tape. For things with lids, we hot glue them shut.Katherine LivengoodFlint Children's Museum
Lauren Luneckas posted a reply on Re: Play food in grocery exhibit
Monday, Jun 6, 2022 at 7:49 AM
Said: We laminate our cardboard boxes before assembling them and have found this greatly extends their life. (Our staff often handles this, but we've found it can be a great volunteer activity, too!) In cases where we have concerns abou...
Wendi Davis posted a new Topic
Sunday, Jun 5, 2022 at 9:14 AM
Play food in grocery exhibit
Our grocery exhibit is one of our most popular and the fake food is showing it. We have replacement items from the sponsoring grocery store, but I am looking for suggestions on best practices for preparing the cardboard boxes and condiment bottles. What do you to prepare them for the exhibit? What about small parts, such as lids? Thank you.
Mike Jacabacci posted a reply on Re: Shooting Emergency Procedures
Friday, Jun 3, 2022 at 6:37 PM
Said: Hi all:Julie Boam - the sheriff you spoke with, is absolutely correct! Being aware of your surroundings, such as See something, Say something is the most effective way to help prevent a tragedy...
Sioux Wimler posted a reply on Re: Exhibit Out of Order Signs
Friday, Jun 3, 2022 at 3:16 PM
Said: We try to have signs for each exhibit or area that might need to be closed. Our exhibit builder is fantastic at keeping everything in tip top shape so we don’t use them that often. Many of our staff are work study students from the coll...
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