Is this activity suitable for all ages?

This session is designed specifically for Girl Scout Juniors, typically ages 8-11, but can be enjoyed by others within that age range.

Are materials provided?

Yes, all necessary craft supplies are included in the registration fee.

Can I bring siblings or friends?

Yes, non-Scout friends and siblings can join if space is available, but the activity is tailored for Juniors.

Is there parking nearby?

Yes, the museum offers nearby parking options for visitors.

Do I need prior crafting experience?

No, this workshop is designed for beginners and first-time crafters.

What should I bring on the day of the event?

Just bring your enthusiasm and a notebook if you'd like to take notes.

Educational Craft & Tinker Workshop at Woodrow Wilson House Museum

Located in Washington, D.C., the Woodrow Wilson House Museum offers a unique blend of history and hands-on learning for young Girl Scouts. The 90-minute 'Craft & Tinker' Badge session immerses Juniors in the craft of jewelry making, inspired by First Lady Edith Wilson’s legacy. This engaging program transports participants to the glamour of the 1920s, where they recreate elegant jewelry pieces while absorbing fascinating stories about global jewelry traditions. The museum’s historic setting, with its beautifully preserved interiors, adds an authentic touch to the experience, making it more than just a crafting session.

What sets this workshop apart is its ability to combine education with creativity. Kids learn crafting techniques rooted in history and cultural insights, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of jewelry design. The museum provides all necessary materials, ensuring a seamless, immersive experience that ends with each Girl Scout proudly taking home their handcrafted masterpiece.

This program is ideal for scouts eager to earn badges while connecting with history through a tactile lens. The Woodrow Wilson House Museum is a prime destination for groups seeking a meaningful, memorable activity in the heart of Washington, D.C. Whether visiting for a troop outing or an extracurricular enrichment, this workshop offers a captivating blend of learning, creativity, and history—making it a truly standout experience in the city’s cultural landscape.

Perfectly suited for young artisans, this activity nurtures skills in crafting and storytelling, all set within an era of American history rich with style and significance.

About Woodrow Wilson House Museum

Woodrow Wilson House Museum in Washington, District of Columbia preserves the 1920s home of President Woodrow Wilson and First Lady Edith Wilson. A designated national historic landmark, the museum cares for more than 8,400 artifacts that document political, domestic, and cultural life in the early twentieth century.

The museum offers a variety of public experiences, including guided one-hour and 30-minute tours, a 75-minute behind-the-scenes program, a Garden Self-Guided Tour, and themed events such as the Prohibition Tour & Wine Cellar and Vintage Game Night. Special programs include a Girl Scouts "Craft & Tinker" badge workshop for Juniors, an Architecture Tour of the Georgian Revival house, and interpretive tours like Under One Roof and The Struggle for Liberation that explore domestic staff, race, and women's lives across generations.

Programming is led by professional staff and guest experts; the Museum Highlights Guided Tour is presented by Deputy Director Felice Herman. The museum offers weekly public tours, select thematic evenings, and private requests for deeper access. Conservation, contextual interpretation, and educational outreach guide operations, supporting reliable historical interpretation and artifact care. Visitors interested in presidential history, architectural detail, social history, or botanical interest in the sustainable native plant garden will find focused experiences that combine scholarship with accessible storytelling.

Located on historic Embassy Row, the house retains period furnishings and textiles that create a 1920s time capsule. Tours and programs are appropriate for families, school groups, scholars, and adult learners seeking deeper context about Wilson's presidency and American social history and civic memory.