Event Details

Goldie the Goldfinch holding a present with balloons and streamers behind. Overlaid text reads, "Goldie's Birthday Bash! Sat. Dec, 28. Drop-in 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. State Historical Museum of Iowa
  • Saturday, December 28, 2024 - 9:00am to 3:00pm
  • State Historical Museum of Iowa
  • 600 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA

Help us celebrate Iowa’s birthday on Saturday, December 28 with our fun-filled Goldie’s Birthday Bash. Head to the museum and join us for a variety of programs and drop-in activities throughout the day. Programs include a special butter sculpting program with Sarah Pratt, story time with a craft, a guided tour of the museum collection vault and lots of hands-on activities for all ages. Also, celebrate the state’s birthday with a small sweet treat (while supplies last) starting at noon and complete our Goldie’s scavenger hunt to be entered into a drawing for special prizes.

You can find the program schedule below, and make sure to register in advance for programs to save your spot. 

TimeProgram
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Drop-in Activity Stations

Goldie's Scavenger Hunt

9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m. Goldie's Storytime Program
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.Butter Sculpting Program with Sarah Pratt*
12 p.m.Birthday Treats (while supplies last)
1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Butter Sculpting Program with Sarah Pratt*
2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Family Museum Storage Tour*

Advance registration required for some programs throughout the day. Please follow the links to register.