SUMMER SERIES FOR MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (Grades 5-12)

Take a closer look at the Museum’s summer and permanent exhibits. Students will spend time diving deeper into the history, theory, and practices of some of the best that MOR has to offer. From minerals to bioluminescence from the Tinsley House to rockets and, finally, building your own artwork inspired by Raymond Loewy.

Class size is limited to 15 (students only, please), and pre-registration is required at 406.994.5282 or ndixon@montana.edu. Cost per class is $12 for members, $15 for non-members. Register for all five sessions and receive a 10% discount: $54 for members, $67 for non-members.

• Butte's Contribution to the World of Gems and Minerals (Grades 5-12) FULL
  Butte is known nationally and internationally for its cache of copper and valuable gems. Learn about the historic importance of Butte’s contribution to the world of gems and minerals, and break open your own geode to take home. Participants will enjoy a private tour of the Duval Gems and Minerals collections.
  Wednesday, May 14: 10am–Noon
  
  
• What Can the Tinsley Homestead Tell Us? (Grades 5-12)
  Become a historical investigator by taking an in-depth look into the Tinsley Homestead’s history. Read Tinsley family diaries, investigate archaeological finds, study architectural structure and the farm layout, and enjoy a private tour of the Tinsley House to reconstruct life on a Montana homestead in the 1890s.
  Monday, June 23: 10am–Noon 
  
  
• The Science of Bioluminescence (Grades 5-12)
  Join us for a class investigating the science behind bioluminescence. Discover how and why deep sea creatures use chemicals to make their bodies glow. Learn about the latest medical advances made with bioluminescence, and check out live scorpions that fluoresce under black light.
  Wednesday, July 16: 10am–Noon 
  
  
• Build a Rocket (Grades 5-12) - FULL
  Discover the science behind rockets while participating in this hands-on rocket-building class. Using plastic pop bottles we will learn what it takes to make a rocket fly straight and high, and will then test our launch expertise using a specially designed, air- compressed rocket launcher.
  Tuesday, July 22: 10am–Noon 
  
  
• Creating Art from Reclaimed Materials: Inspirations from Raymond Loewy (Grades 5-12)
  Raymond Loewy was at the forefront of the consumer design culture, setting the precedent for art-deco design that changed the look of consumer goods forever. Bring in old (non-working) toasters, blenders, and other small appliances, and build a reclaimed piece of artwork inspired by Raymond Loewy designs.
  Tuesday, August 5: 9:30am–Noon