Halloween at the Medical Museum: Serious Fun with Skulls October 30, 2010

The National Museum of Health and Medicine invites little ghouls and their families to get into the Halloween spirit by learning about skulls. The theme of this year’s program is Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, a holiday that celebrates the human cycle of life and death. Learn about the traditions associated with Día de los Muertos by decorating your own sugar skull (1st grade and up); participate in story time with books about Day of the Dead and skeletons; make your own skull mask; and learn about skulls from an anthropologist. Halloween costumes are encouraged!

NMHM is located in Building 54 on the campus of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Limited visitor parking is available in the driveway in front of the museum. Additional free parking is available throughout the campus on weekends. Adults are required to present photo ID to gain entry to Walter Reed.