Family Programs at the National Building Museum

The National Building Museum offers a variety of educational programs and special events that examine America's architecture, design, engineering, construction, and urban planning. This winter the National Building Museum offers the following family programs:

• Bridging the Gap
  Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
  During this interactive demonstration, participants learn about five basic bridge types before solving a transportation problem by choosing a type of bridge to build. Free. Registration not required. Most appropriate for ages 5 and up.
  
  
• Arches and Trusses: The Tension Builds
  Sundays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  Discover how building forces, materials and structures affect strength and longevity. Participants test different building materials and work together to build an arch. Free. Registration not required. Most appropriate for ages 5 and up.
  
  
• Activity Booklets and Exhibition Guides for Families
  Designed for children ages 6-13, the "Treasure Hunt" activity booklet introduces architecture concepts and features in the Museum and around Washington, DC. Ask for complimentary copies at the Information Desk.
  
  
• Adventures in Architecture Scavenger Hunt
  This fun and educational printed guide is designed for families with pre-teens and teens. Set off around the Museum, identifying key architectural elements, sketching, and analyzing the building itself.