Gather Round for Story Hour at Utah State University

Gather Round for Story Hour at Utah State University

The Museum of Anthropology at Utah State University has sponsored a series of storytelling sessions this summer and there is still a chance to hear a story or two. Billed as "Family Story Hour," the activity is free and all are invited to attend in Old Main room 225.

"Story hour is ideal for everyone from older children to their grandparents," said Amy Clements, curator at the museum. "The stories will be family oriented and include everything from myths and legends to stories made up by the storytellers themselves."

Stories are told by students enrolled in David Sidwell's storytelling class in the department of theatre. The two programs, theatre and the Museum of Anthropology, have combined resources and talents for this series.

"The Museum of Anthropology is hosting family story hour because we feel a strong need to give back to the Cache Valley and university communities," Clements said. "Story hour allows Dr. Sidwell's storytelling class to practice telling stories with a live audience. It also gives Cache Valley's residents an opportunity for free family fun during the summer months."

Clements also hopes those who attend family story hour will stop by the museum and become acquainted with its programs and facilities.

"From the storytelling room, the museum is located just around the corner and down the hall in Old Main 252," Clements said. "It offers a wide range of exciting learning opportunities for all ages. There are anthropological books, soft bean bags and fun games for children and exhibits that cover everything from the Ice Man to the origins of writing."

The Museum of Anthropology is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and Saturday on request. Admission is free and tours can be scheduled by calling (435) 797-7545.

Free parking for the family story hour is available at the bottom of Old Main Hill on 700 East. Parking is also available in the Utah State parking terrace adjacent to the Taggart Student Center and parking validation will be provided at the story hour for patrons who use that facility.

Future family story hour dates are July 14, 21 and 28. For more information, contact the Museum of Anthropology at (435) 797-7545.