March Break - Drop-In Activities 2010

Mar 15 - 19, 2010

Drop-in for family activities! 1 - 4 pm daily

Each afternoon has a different crime-solving theme, with hands-on activities, crafts, special guests and focus on the travelling exhibition:
Arresting Images, mug shots from the OPP Museum
Admission by donation
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Crime Stoppers!
Monday, March 15

Meet the Wellington County Crime Stoppers force. This community-based organization brings the public, media and police together in a cooperative team effort to help solve crime. Learn how you can make a difference in your community!

Book ‘em!
Tuesday, March 16

Have your own mug shot or 19th Century-style portrait taken, but don't smile for the camera!
Learn about different types of cameras and early photographic techniques. Be sure to have a look at the Arresting Images exhibition.

The Science of CSI
Wednesday, March 17

From fingerprints, dentistry and DNA, to finding fakes and counterfeit money, learn how science and technology is used for crime scene investigation.

K-9
Thursday, March 18

See the OPP Canine Unit in action. Come and meet your local Police Dog, Riker. Learn how he can track and search for wanted criminals, crime scene evidence and lost or missing persons.

Pull a Fast one!
Friday, March 19

You'll wonder 'how did they do that?' Meet a magician and learn a few tricks at this Sleight-of-Hand afternoon!

...worth an investigation!