Spring Break at the Museum: Jacob's Ladders on March 26

Rogers Historical Museum

Learn about children’s toys from the colonial days in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary! Today we will learn about Jacob's Ladders.

Key Wing  Education Center, Rogers Historical Museum

<p>The Rogers Historical Museum is kicking off a year-long celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with Spring Break at the Museum: Colonial Days! Discover how children’s work and play in 18th century America compare to life today. Ages 6-12. 45-minute session reservations required. Free admission.</p><p>Step into the world of an 18th-century child and master the mystery of the Jacob’s Ladder! Long before video games and plastic gadgets, American colonial children marveled at this "optical illusion" flip toy made from simple wood and ribbon. Kids will uncover the secrets of how these mesmerizing ladders entertained families on the American frontier and then build their very own heirloom toy to take home.</p>

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