Piggott, AR – Contributed – To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center (HPMEC) will host a day camp on Friday, June 19, in Piggott.
“Painting the American Story” will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for those ages 13 to 17.
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“Campers will tour the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and the Matilda and Karl Pfeiffer Museum. They will learn to paint on canvas, creating their own America 250-themed masterpiece to take home,” said Shannon Williams, director of HPMEC.
The event fee is $145, and all materials and supplies will be provided. Snacks and lunch for the day will be provided through a sponsorship. Williams said that Arkansas Education Freedom Account funds may also be used.
HPMEC is located at 1913 Museum Row in Piggott.
To register or for any questions, one may email Williams at shwilliams@AState.edu.
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