Key Terms Defined
- Circuit
- A path that electricity flows along
Here's the Materials You'll Need:
String of holiday lights
Insulated wire (about 7 feet)
Wire strippers
9-volt battery
12 small nails or metal fasteners
File folder or 8” x 11” piece of cardboard
Masking tape
Two paper clips
Ruler
Pen
Paper
Safety note: Battery can become hot when wires are attached to it.
- Museum Hours
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- Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
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