An afternoon of vintage ‘toons at Voelker Orth Museum

Experience the magical world of vintage animation, projected on 16-millimeter film as it often was in homes through much of the 20th century at Voelker Orth Museum on Jan. 22.

Film historian Tom Stathes brings us a delightful afternoon of vintage cartoons from Pat Sullivan Studios, including Felix the Cat. Adults get to enjoy their childhood favorites again and children get to see what their parents watched on Saturday mornings and in movie theaters.

For children and adults of all ages.

Vintage ‘Toons on Jan. 22, 2 pm. Admission is $5; free for children under 3.

Voelker Orth Museum [149-19 38th Ave. between Northern Boulevard and Roosevelt Avenue in Flushing, (718) 359–6227; www.vomuseum.org].

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