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December
Touching on Traditions Program
Available weekdays beginning December 1.
The Museum Educational staff offers group programs for schools, Scouts, clubs and adult groups, available weekdays beginning Wednesday, December 1. Bring your group to the beautifully decorated and culturally-inclusive “Touching on Traditions” exhibition for a look into winter holiday traditions from around the world. Discover the back stories, folklore and special traditions behind the exhibits that were originally developed by Elgin area families who have immigrated from other regions.
For information regarding available times and fees, please call the Elgin Public Museum at 847-741-6655. Register early! Call 847-741-6655 or email russell_epm@cityofelgin.org to register your group.
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Saturday, December 11
Bison Feeding in Lords Park
7-8:30 AM; Fee: $2/Adult, $1/Child, Members Free
Join us for an up close and personal look at the bison, deer and elk at the Lords Park Zoo. Meet at the Museum for a short introduction after which we head for the zoo to assist the zookeeper in feeding these magnificent creatures. Enjoy hot chocolate provided by the Museum and dress for the weather. Space is limited to 12 people, so please register early!
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Saturday, December 11
Dragon Kyuki-Do Demonstration
2:00 PM; Free with price of admission
“Touching on Traditions” celebrates Asian holidays from multiple countries: Japan, Korea, China, Laos. Join us at the Elgin Public Museum as we explore one aspect of Korean culture – the martial art of Kyuki-Do. In Korean, Kyuki literally means “spark or explosion,” and the technique combines many different martial arts into one, drawing from Korean Boxing, Judo, Hapki Do and Jujitsu, among others. There will be a team from Dragon Kyuki-Do performing the demonstration and explaining the art’s philosophy and technique. Master Craig Hutson is the founder and head instructor of AKF Martial Arts Dragon Kyuki-Do of South Elgin.
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Saturday, December 18
Ancient Cultural Traditions and the Solstice
6:30 - 8 PM; Fee: $5, Members $3
The Winter Solstice is a dark time of year – the darkest here in the northern hemisphere. Humans have replaced the 12 hours of darkness with lights and festivals since ancient times in the northern hemisphere. The Celtic people of Ireland and many other cultures chose the solstice as a time to celebrate the seasons. Solstice is usually celebrated by fires, lights, family and community gatherings. The cycle of nature is the ultimate celebration. The Elgin Public Museum invites you to hear about long gone cultures and astronomical significance of the winter solstice. Learn about the Druid Oak King and the Holly Queen and watch the Yule log be burned in a glowing campfire. Learn about the significance of the harvest and wildlife to ancient peoples. Drink warm cider and enjoy campfire treats!
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