Make Your Own Corn Husk Doll

Three corn-husk dolls.

 

LEARN HOW TO MAKE the must-have toy of 1836: the corn husk doll! Kids had to make their own toys on the Texas frontier, and a corn husk doll was a staple of a Texas childhood in the 1830s. Join us to learn about dolls on the frontier and make your own corn husk doll to take home. We'll provide the materials; all you need is your creativity.

Where: San Jacinto Museum

Age Range: Kids 6+; younger children are welcome, but will need to have an adult to help.

Cost: Free