Celebrate International Museum Day on May 18: Unleash Your Inner Explorer!
TINA KHATRI
This Museum Day Weekend is the perfect time to step into the world of history, art, science, and culture. Museums aren't just places with old artifacts and dusty exhibits – they're gateways to amazing stories, thrilling discoveries, and hidden treasures that tell us about our past, present, and future.
We have some fun and exciting activities lined up for you to try, whether you're a budding artist, a curious scientist, or a history enthusiast. From solving trivia questions about famous museums to exploring the lives of great historical figures, these challenges will not only test your knowledge but also spark your creativity and imagination.
Let’s celebrate, explore, and most importantly, have fun! You never know what amazing stories you might uncover next!
Greek Salad Cups
Mini versions of Greek salad served in small bowls or lettuce wraps
Ingredients:
• 1 cup cucumber – diced
• 1 cup tomatoes – chopped (cherry tomatoes halved work well)
• ½ cup bell peppers – any color, diced
• ½ cup black olives – sliced (optional)
• ½ cup feta cheese – crumbled (or paneer for a local twist)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice
• A pinch of salt and black pepper
• Fresh lettuce leaves or small bowls/cups for serving
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, and olives.
2. Add the feta cheese on top.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
4. Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently.
5. Spoon the salad into lettuce leaves (like cups) or small paper bowls.
6. Serve chilled.
Create your story: The Secret of the Museum
Last __________ (1), my class went to visit the __________ (2) Museum in __________ (3). I packed my __________ (4), __________ (5), and a __________ (6) for the trip.
We left school at __________ (7) a.m. and reached the museum at around __________ (8) a.m. The building was __________ (9), with __________ (10)-colored walls and a large statue of __________ (11) at the gate.
Our guide, Mr./Ms. __________ (12), gave us a __________ (13) and told us not to __________ (14). I was with my friend __________ (15), and we first visited the __________ (16) Gallery.
Inside, I saw a __________ (17), a __________ (18), and an old __________ (19) that looked mysterious. Suddenly, I noticed a __________ (20) behind a curtain. I touched it, and it opened into a __________ (21)!
Without thinking, I stepped into the __________ (22). It was dark and smelled like __________ (23). I found a __________ (24) on the floor and used it to see.
I walked down a __________ (25) staircase and entered a hidden room filled with __________ (26). In the center, there was a __________ (27) box with strange writing. It said, “Only those with __________ (28) may open this.”
I slowly opened the box and inside was a __________ (29). Suddenly, a __________ (30) appeared and said, “You must now choose: keep the __________ (31) or return it to the past.”
I was shocked but replied, “I choose to __________ (32).” The figure gave me a glowing __________ (33) and pointed to a doorway made of __________ (34).
I walked through and found myself back in the __________ (35) Gallery. My classmates were looking at a __________ (36) and had no idea I was gone.
At the end of the day, I told my teacher __________ (37) what happened. She/He laughed and said, “You have a great imagination!” But when I opened my bag at home, the __________ (38) was still there…
Answers Suggested Words
Time Words:
Saturday, Friday, morning, noon
Places & Cities:
National History, Railways, Science, Art, Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Chennai
Objects (4–6):
notebook, camera, snacks, map, flashlight, umbrella
Colors (10):
red, blue, gold, gray, white
Famous People (11):
Mahatma Gandhi, Rani Lakshmibai, Sardar Patel, Dr. Kalam
Actions (14):
run, touch, shout, take photos, talk loudly
Rooms (16):
Dinosaur, Space, Weapon, Ancient India, Invention
Items in the Museum (17–19):
sword, crown, fossil, vase, shield
Mystery Words (20–27):
panel, door, secret tunnel, cave, scroll, treasure, statue
Adjectives (9, 23):
huge, dusty, old, mysterious, stinky, cold
Magical/Mystery Items (28–34):
courage, wisdom, glowing stone, ring, portal, amulet, golden coin
People/Creatures (30):
guardian, shadow, magician, robot, owl
Ending Ideas (36–38):
painting, globe, book, necklace, key
Quiz time!
Absolutely! Here's your Museum Day–focused quiz (India-specific) formatted as a standard quiz, with blank spaces for one-word answers:
Museum Day Quiz – India Edition
1. On which date is International Museum Day celebrated?
→ ___________
2. Which international organization coordinates International Museum Day?
→ ___________
3. What items are preserved in museums to showcase history and heritage?
→ ___________
4. In which Indian city is the National Museum located?
→ ___________
5. Which Indian leader has a dedicated museum in New Delhi?
→ ___________
6. What is the main theme of the Nehru Science Centre in Mumbai?
→ ___________
7. What type of museum is located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh?
→ ___________
8. Which ancient civilization’s artifacts are preserved in Indian museums?
→ ___________
9. Which city is home to the oldest museum in India?
→ ___________
10. In which city is the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum located?
→ ___________
11. What do museums aim to preserve and promote?
→ ___________
12. Which museum in Hyderabad is famous for its royal collections?
→ ___________
13. What aspect of a nation do museums help in promoting and preserving?
→ ___________
Answer Key
1. May18
2. ICOM
3. Artifacts
4. Delhi
5. Gandhi
6. Science
7. Tribal
8. Harappan
9. Kolkata
10. Mumbai
11. Heritage
12. Salarjung
13. Culture
TINA KHATRI
This Museum Day Weekend is the perfect time to step into the world of history, art, science, and culture. Museums aren't just places with old artifacts and dusty exhibits – they're gateways to amazing stories, thrilling discoveries, and hidden treasures that tell us about our past, present, and future.
We have some fun and exciting activities lined up for you to try, whether you're a budding artist, a curious scientist, or a history enthusiast. From solving trivia questions about famous museums to exploring the lives of great historical figures, these challenges will not only test your knowledge but also spark your creativity and imagination.
Let’s celebrate, explore, and most importantly, have fun! You never know what amazing stories you might uncover next!
Greek Salad Cups
Mini versions of Greek salad served in small bowls or lettuce wraps
Ingredients:
• 1 cup cucumber – diced
• 1 cup tomatoes – chopped (cherry tomatoes halved work well)
• ½ cup bell peppers – any color, diced
• ½ cup black olives – sliced (optional)
• ½ cup feta cheese – crumbled (or paneer for a local twist)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice
• A pinch of salt and black pepper
• Fresh lettuce leaves or small bowls/cups for serving
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, and olives.
2. Add the feta cheese on top.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
4. Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently.
5. Spoon the salad into lettuce leaves (like cups) or small paper bowls.
6. Serve chilled.
Create your story: The Secret of the Museum
Last __________ (1), my class went to visit the __________ (2) Museum in __________ (3). I packed my __________ (4), __________ (5), and a __________ (6) for the trip.
We left school at __________ (7) a.m. and reached the museum at around __________ (8) a.m. The building was __________ (9), with __________ (10)-colored walls and a large statue of __________ (11) at the gate.
Our guide, Mr./Ms. __________ (12), gave us a __________ (13) and told us not to __________ (14). I was with my friend __________ (15), and we first visited the __________ (16) Gallery.
Inside, I saw a __________ (17), a __________ (18), and an old __________ (19) that looked mysterious. Suddenly, I noticed a __________ (20) behind a curtain. I touched it, and it opened into a __________ (21)!
Without thinking, I stepped into the __________ (22). It was dark and smelled like __________ (23). I found a __________ (24) on the floor and used it to see.
I walked down a __________ (25) staircase and entered a hidden room filled with __________ (26). In the center, there was a __________ (27) box with strange writing. It said, “Only those with __________ (28) may open this.”
I slowly opened the box and inside was a __________ (29). Suddenly, a __________ (30) appeared and said, “You must now choose: keep the __________ (31) or return it to the past.”
I was shocked but replied, “I choose to __________ (32).” The figure gave me a glowing __________ (33) and pointed to a doorway made of __________ (34).
I walked through and found myself back in the __________ (35) Gallery. My classmates were looking at a __________ (36) and had no idea I was gone.
At the end of the day, I told my teacher __________ (37) what happened. She/He laughed and said, “You have a great imagination!” But when I opened my bag at home, the __________ (38) was still there…
Answers Suggested Words
Time Words:
Saturday, Friday, morning, noon
Places & Cities:
National History, Railways, Science, Art, Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Chennai
Objects (4–6):
notebook, camera, snacks, map, flashlight, umbrella
Colors (10):
red, blue, gold, gray, white
Famous People (11):
Mahatma Gandhi, Rani Lakshmibai, Sardar Patel, Dr. Kalam
Actions (14):
run, touch, shout, take photos, talk loudly
Rooms (16):
Dinosaur, Space, Weapon, Ancient India, Invention
Items in the Museum (17–19):
sword, crown, fossil, vase, shield
Mystery Words (20–27):
panel, door, secret tunnel, cave, scroll, treasure, statue
Adjectives (9, 23):
huge, dusty, old, mysterious, stinky, cold
Magical/Mystery Items (28–34):
courage, wisdom, glowing stone, ring, portal, amulet, golden coin
People/Creatures (30):
guardian, shadow, magician, robot, owl
Ending Ideas (36–38):
painting, globe, book, necklace, key
Quiz time!
Absolutely! Here's your Museum Day–focused quiz (India-specific) formatted as a standard quiz, with blank spaces for one-word answers:
Museum Day Quiz – India Edition
1. On which date is International Museum Day celebrated?
→ ___________
2. Which international organization coordinates International Museum Day?
→ ___________
3. What items are preserved in museums to showcase history and heritage?
→ ___________
4. In which Indian city is the National Museum located?
→ ___________
5. Which Indian leader has a dedicated museum in New Delhi?
→ ___________
6. What is the main theme of the Nehru Science Centre in Mumbai?
→ ___________
7. What type of museum is located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh?
→ ___________
8. Which ancient civilization’s artifacts are preserved in Indian museums?
→ ___________
9. Which city is home to the oldest museum in India?
→ ___________
10. In which city is the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum located?
→ ___________
11. What do museums aim to preserve and promote?
→ ___________
12. Which museum in Hyderabad is famous for its royal collections?
→ ___________
13. What aspect of a nation do museums help in promoting and preserving?
→ ___________
Answer Key
1. May18
2. ICOM
3. Artifacts
4. Delhi
5. Gandhi
6. Science
7. Tribal
8. Harappan
9. Kolkata
10. Mumbai
11. Heritage
12. Salarjung
13. Culture
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