The Phelps Mansion Museum is hosting an Open House on Saturday April 29^th from 10:30 am – Noon that will give kids a taste of the two unique camp programs to be held there this summer.  The Open House features the Secrets of Magic show and workshop presented by Magician David Black, director of the Amazing Kids Magic Camp and additional fun activities presented by the Phelps Mansion Museum.

Children will enjoy a fun, engaging magic show followed by a hands-on session in which the kids learn the secrets behind the tricks just presented. In a fun twist, the magician doesn’t do the tricks – audience members are brought up on stage and, to their amazement, they perform all the magic! They make colorful ribbons switch places in the blink of an eye, save an adult from being doused with water, and, using only the power of their mind, move a chosen playing card to a special location. Participants receive a “Top Secret” file folder that contains instructions for even more magic effects that they can enjoy long after the session ends.

Come explore history with us this summer. The Phelps Mansion will be hosting a summer camp for kids ages 9-12 from July 10th-14th.

Students will learn local history, participate in 19th century games, learn how to be a tour guide and so much more.

The recommended age for this program is from seven to twelve years. For details and registration go to PhelpsMansion.org/event/.

Joe Schuerch is the Museum Educator for the Phelps Mansion. He recently received his master’s degree in Secondary Education and has worked at the Phelps Mansion since 2014. Amanda Eggleton is currently a substitute teacher in the Maine-Endwell and Binghamton School districts and the rentals coordinator for the Phelps Mansion Museum.

David Black is a professional entertainer, educator, actor and magician. David holds degrees in Theater and Psychology from Binghamton University and is an Order of Merlin member of the International Brotherhood of Brotherhood of Magicians. He most frequently performs in Upstate New York and will be seen in at many libraries, festivals, and private events this summer. In addition to performing, David enjoys helping young people discover the wonder of magic, theater, and the variety arts.

For more information contact: Joe Schuerch at Phelps Mansion Museum 607 722-4873

David Black at Learn To Amaze Magic Academy 607 648-5444 Magicians. He most frequently performs in Upstate New York and will be seen in at many libraries, festivals, and private events this summer. In addition to performing, David enjoys helping young people discover the wonder of magic, theater, and the variety arts.

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For more information contact: Joe Schuerch at Phelps Mansion Museum 607 722-4873

David Black at Learn To Amaze Magic Academy 607 648-5444