If you thought you missed your chance to learn about the magic of Jim Henson and all his muppets at the Museum of the Moving Image’s, think again: “Jim Henson’s Fantastic World.” is now running through March 4.
The show features more than 120 artifacts including drawings, storyboards and props, the magical world of Miss Piggy, Kermit the Frog, and Bert and Ernie spans creator Henson’s entire career.
Children enjoy screenings, hands-on workshops, and guided tours. Tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm and last about 30 minutes. “Inside the Sesame Street Vault” is presented on Jan. 2 at 1 pm and is 83 minutes long.
The museum is open Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 10:30 am to 5 pm, Fridays, from 10:30 am to 8 pm, and Saturdays and Sundays, from 10:30 am to 7 pm. General admission is $12 for adults; $9 for senior citizens and students with valid ID; $6 for children, ages 3-18; free for members and children under 3.
The Museum of the Moving Image [36-01 35th Avenue in Astoria, (718) 777-6888]. For info, visit www.movingimage.us.
