Yesterday, we met up with some friends at the NC Museum of History in Raleigh. We were there to see a special exhibit about pirates called Knights of the Black Flag. We enjoyed it. We learned quite a bit about the history of pirates. There was a section that was very hands-on and playful. The kids enjoyed that part the best.
Marauders. Plunderers. Bloodthirsty sea-thieves. Whatever their name, pirates have wreaked havoc on the high seas since waterway travel began. These seafaring scoundrels command attention in a major exhibit at the North Carolina Museum of History in Raleigh. Knights of the Black Flag explores the legacy of pirates, from ancient times to the present, through intriguing artifacts, legends and history that bring their ruthless adventures to life. The interactive exhibit is an exciting experience for all ages.
This is a real cannon recovered from a pirate shipwreck.
The kids were able to press a button on these kid-friendly cannons and they aimed at ships on the screen.
There's Captain K and his trusty ship.
Julian enjoying the crow's nest.
Maddie was having a go at steering the ship.
Arr . . . that Blackbeard is super scary and fierce.
2 comments:
That looks like so much fun! I heard there was this great place called Marbles in Raleigh. Have you been yet? It's supposed to be like the children's Museum, but it's 22,000+ sq feet of fun and knowledge. I think we plan to go sometime this summer. Maybe we can all meet up if both our schedules are good. :)
Pamela, there is a place in Raleigh called Marbles. I have not been yet just because I didn't really want to pay. I hear it is great though. I might check on the pricing and make it a priority this summer, that would be fun!
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