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      In preparation for PEM's Gala, the museum will close at noon on Saturday 11/7 and reopen at noon on Sunday 11/8.

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      Drop-In Art Making

      Polar Origami Animals

      Friday, December 4, 2026 from 3—4:30 pm

      Origami polar animal scene

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      December 4, 2026 from 3—4:30 pm

      Drop-In Art: Polar Origami Animals

      December 11, 2026 from 3—4:30 pm

      Drop-In Art: Polar Origami Animals

      December 18, 2026 from 3—4:30 pm

      Drop-In Art: Polar Origami Animals

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      Create Space Studios

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      Fold your own polar critter, then come back to make a different polar animal each week in December! Learn some basic origami folds, plus fun facts about cold-loving species like penguins, narwhals and polar bears. Visit The Pod and Origami Unfolded to see origami narwhals and other folded paper animals for inspiration.

      Regular Drop-in Art Making is held in person Friday–Sunday and holiday Mondays in our Create Space studios. Friday art making is recommended for ages 10 and up, while weekend and holiday activities are suitable for ages 4 and up. Activities are created and led by PEM art educators.

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