Summer program includes reading challenge, prizes, games and meet & greets with Patriots alumni.

The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon begins its 31 Days of July program today with events, activities and contests focused on family fun and entertainment.

Additionally, The Hall is teaming up with the New England Patriots Charitable Foundation to kick off its July Summer Reading Challenge today. Students, ages 5-18, who read for 500 minutes this month will win free admission to The Hall and be eligible to win prizes, including autographed photos of Tom Brady and Julian Edelman.

31 Days of July Schedule of Events:

July 1 – Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff with Pat Patriot
July 2-4 – Show your Patriotism: Wear New England Patriots gear all weekend and celebrate being a Patriot with 30 percent off adult admission to The Hall
July 5 – Tailgate Tuesday with Twenty8 Restaurant: Enjoy games, fun and some snacks, noon-3 p.m.
July 6 – The Hall Scavenger Hunt: Add a layer of fun to your visit by searching for artifacts and information in The Hall’s exhibits. Make it a competition with your friends
July 7 – Throwback Thursday 1960s: Get former Patriot Len St. Jean’s (1964-1973) autograph and see a special 1960s display, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.  
July 8 – Free Fun Friday: Free admission to The Hall courtesy of the Highland Foundation
July 9 – Register to win two VIP seats at Kevin Faulk’s Aug. 1 Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony on NRG Plaza outside The Hall
July 10 – Register to win two tickets to the Patriots Aug. 11 preseason game vs. New Orleans
July 11 – Combine Day: See how you stack up to NFL players in your Combine tests
July 12 – Tailgate Tuesday with CBS Scene: Enjoy games, fun and some snacks, noon-3 p.m.
July 13 – Paint the Patriots: The Hall will have artists on hand to help you paint a Patriots logo to take home, 10:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

July 14 – Throwback Thursday 1970s:  Get former Patriot Steve Grogan’s (1975-1990) autograph and see a special 1970s display, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July 15 – Face Paint Friday: Come get your face painted at The Hall, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
July 16 – Register to win two VIP seats at Kevin Faulk’s Aug. 1 Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony on NRG Plaza outside The Hall
July 17 – Ice Cream Sunday: Visit The Hall between noon and 3 p.m. to make an ice cream sundae.
July 18 – Mural Monday: Share a message to the 2016 Patriots on a large mural
July 19 – Tailgate Tuesday with Moe’s: Enjoy games, fun and some snacks, noon-3 p.m.
July 20 – Trivia Wizard Wednesday: Test your Patriots knowledge and maybe you’ll win the grand prize
July 21 – Throwback Thursday 1980s: Get former Patriot Steve Nelson’s (1974-1987) autograph and see a special 1980s display, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 
July 22 – Kayem Free Hot Dog Day: Come by The Hall to celebrate National Hot Dog Day and get a free hot dog courtesy of Kayem
July 23 – STEM Saturday: Add some STEM to your kids’ summer. Bring the kids in to participate in our field trip modules facilitated by The Hall’s education coordinator Katie Cross. Build a team, a helmet and more. It’s full-tilt fun and educational too
July 24 — Register to win two tickets to the Patriots Aug. 18 preseason game vs. Chicago
July 25 – Mayo Monday: Former Patriots linebacker Jerod Mayo has retired from football and The Hall will display a sampling of Mayo memorabilia to celebrate his Patriots career
July 26 – Tailgate Tuesday with Tavolino’s: Enjoy games, fun and some snacks, noon-3 p.m.
July 27 – Magic Show with David Hall: Come see the Magic of David Hall with a show from 11-11:45 a.m.
July 28 – Training Camp kickoff and Throwback Thursday 1990s: Get former Patriot Max Lane’s (1994-2000) autograph and see a special 1990s display, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July 29 – Ring in the 2016 season by taking your photo with the four Patriots championship rings
July 30 – Register to win a jersey signed by quarterback Tom Brady
July 31 – Register to win a helmet signed by tight end Rob Gronkowski

For more information, log onto www.thehallatpatriotplace.com and check out the calendar of events.

ABOUT THE HALL AT PATRIOT PLACE PRESENTED BY RAYTHEON

The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon is the crown jewel of Patriot Place and the only sports and education experience of its kind. Through a dazzling array of interactive multimedia exhibits and artifacts never before viewable by the public, The Hall showcases the tradition of the New England Patriots, explores the history of football in New England and promotes math and science education for thousands of schoolchildren each year. The Hall’s signature exhibit and premier photo opportunity is The Super Bowl Experience. Visitors to the interactive exhibit can re-live each of the team’s four Super Bowl championships, view the four Vince Lombardi Trophies and Super Bowl championship rings and re-enact Malcolm Butler’s Super Bowl XLIX game-winning interception. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.TheHallatPatriotPlace.com, visit “The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon” on Facebook or follow @TheHall on Twitter.