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Registration opens:
June 01st, 2026

Ink & Independence (Grades 1-6)

with the Whaling Museum
2026-06-17 18:00:00 2026-06-17 19:00:00 America/New_York Ink & Independence (Grades 1-6) From whalers' hands to the Oval Office, scrimshaw has a surprising but strong patriotic story! Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room

Wednesday, June 17
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-17 18:00:00 2026-06-17 19:00:00 America/New_York Ink & Independence (Grades 1-6) From whalers' hands to the Oval Office, scrimshaw has a surprising but strong patriotic story! Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room

From whalers' hands to the Oval Office, scrimshaw has a surprising but strong patriotic story!

See historic examples from the museum's collection, then sketch, etch, and ink your own scrimshaw-style keepsake with your own creativity! In honor of America's 250th, explore how American whalers used whalebone to show pride in our country's liberty.

AGE GROUP: | School Age |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts and Crafts |

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Huntington Public Library Main Building
Phone: 631-427-5165
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About the branch

The Main is located in the heart of Huntington Village, on the corner of Prospect Street and Main Street. The Main has a large auditorium and two smaller meeting rooms, one room for Children's programs and a conference room. There is also a Local History room located on the second floor and an Art Gallery located on the lower level.