It is National Grandparents Day and a good time to take the grandkids out to the park and give them a tour of our 1847 McKinnis House. You can share your memories of having a summer kitchen, outhouse, or washhouse. The three step cast iron stove will have some cookies baking in it to give […]
The Passenger Pigeon was once the most numerous bird species in the world with population estimates as high as seven billion birds living in Eastern North America. However, due to over hunting by early Americans, the bird became extinct 110 years ago when the last Passenger Pigeon died at the Cincinnati Zoo on September 1, […]
You may have heard of the cuckoo bird from cuckoo clocks, but did you know Ohio has two species of cuckoos. One species, the Yellow-billed Cuckoo, can be heard calling in the trees along the Blanchard River. Come along with Hancock Park District in search for Yellow-billed Cuckoos and other summer resident birds. Learn about […]
Sending a message in 1847 was a bit more difficult than it is today with smartphones. Ink had to be acquired or made from local berries or nuts, such as walnuts and pokeberries, and even from garden scraps, such as onion peels and flower petals. Visit Hancock Park District's McKinnis House and learn how the […]
Join Hancock Park District and celebrate the 1940’s Historical American Girl Doll, Molly McIntire. This was a very rough time in history and there were many struggles for Molly and her family to overcome. Participants will have a light brunch and learn how to make volcano potatoes and applesauce cupcakes, play games, and make a […]
The sling is one of the world’s oldest tools for hunting and protecting livestock. Try your hand at using a simple shepherd’s sling. Learn about the history of the sling and how they are made. Learn how to use one and try your hand at using a simple shepherd’s sling. After trying a sling, create […]
August 6 is the middle of summer. The start of school is fast approaching. It is a great time to get the family outside for a night hike. Hancock Park District's hike will start before sunset and end during twilight. You can listen for nocturnal birds, like the Barred Owl and the Common Nighthawk. Meet […]
Be a nature detective along with your friends at Hancock Park District and explore the trails with a magnifying glass. There are fun things to find above and below the ground. You might find a worm, spider, or beetle under a log. Meet at the Shelter. This free program is open to children ages 4-6 […]
We mostly think of moths being out only during the night. However, many moths are active during the day. Come along as we hike the south side of Litzenberg Memorial Woods in search of our active daytime moths and resting nighttime moths. We will use insect nets to try and locate and capture moths. We […]
Animal horn is a strong, lightweight, and waterproof material that is easy to work with. It is used in many products. It was the job of the Horner to create goods using horn, antlers, and bone. Visit Hancock Park District's McKinnis House, learn about the Horner and the process of working with horn, and view […]
