NEW LONDON — The New London Public Museum will celebrate the next chapter of its facility updates with a ribbon cutting at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 10, unveiling its new “Possibilities Phase” expansion.
The milestone phase marks a period where museum staff will introduce fresh concepts and invite the public to participate in shaping the facility’s future offerings.
Among the key additions is the “We Can…Build Center,” an expanded hands-on space designed for children to explore, build, and discover. Ahead of the midday ceremony, the museum will host a special sneak peek of the children’s area from 10 a.m. to noon on Nov. 10 for ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult.
“We’re so excited to unveil the Possibilities Phase of the museum expansion,” said Museum Director Christine Cross. “This phase is when we try new things and invite our community to co-create their museum. So much has changed.”
Admission to the museum remains free, supported by the Friends of the New London Public Museum. Visitors are invited to browse updated exhibits spanning two floors, covering local history, Native American culture, and natural history, as well as resources in the research center.
The facility has scheduled a slate of November programming in the build center, featuring dedicated sessions for toddlers, children ages 5 and older, and family groups.
The museum will also partner with the Waupaca Historical Society on Thursday, Nov. 12, to commemorate the nation’s upcoming semiquincentennial with a free presentation exploring the military history of the Rufus King family. The event begins at 6 p.m. at the Holly History and Genealogy Center, 321 S. Main St., Waupaca, with refreshments served.
The New London Public Museum, located at 406 S. Pearl St., is open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information on upcoming events or exhibit schedules, call 920-982-8520, email christinec@newlondonwi.org, or visit nlmuseum.org.
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