Inspired by DJ Screw and his influence on Houston’s music and culture, explore current exhibitions from home to complete a scavenger hunt for common sounds.

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Below is our instructional guide for hosting our Family Day activity at home.

Instructions

01. DISCOVER

Find different places inside and outside your home where you can safely hear your surroundings.

02. LISTEN INSIDE

Stand in the first place of your choice inside your home and listen for any of the following sounds:

• someone walking

• someone talking

• someone writing or drawing

• a door opening or closing

• music

• water running

• the wind through a window

Move to a new place in your home. What can you hear now? Make a list of found sounds you remember hearing inside in the past to add to this list.

03. LISTEN OUTSIDE

Stand in the first place of your choice outside your home and listen for any of the following sounds:

• cars

• birds

• planes

• train or light rail

• the wind through tree branches

• construction

Move to a new place outside your home. What can you hear now? Make a list of sounds you remember hearing outside in the past to add to this list.

04. BONUS ROUND

Take a picture of what is making the sound you find and share your images.

05. SHARE

Tag us! #MuseumFromHome #ConnectWithCAMH

Go Further

Teacher Guide for Slowed and Throwed

Family Review for Slowed and Throwed

About Drop-In Experiences

CAMH’s Drop-In Experiences feature guided in-gallery discussions and pop-up activities that provide creative opportunities to experience the exhibitions on view in a unique and meaningful way.

Led by our FAQ Team (Frequently Asked Questions), a group of artists and historians who assist with contextualizing CAMH’s dynamic exhibitions for diverse audiences. Drop-In Experiences are available between 1–4PM every Saturday. All ages are welcome; admission is always free.