In the world premiere production of The Reservoir, a young adult reconnects with his four grandparents in a time of need, finding surprising allies at his side.

Unless you have a close relationship with your grandparents, generational gaps can make carrying on a conversation feel awkward or forced. Either way, there’s a great possibility your grandparents haven’t told you everything about themselves and their history.

For a fun evening spent with family, use these questions below to spark conversation, curiosity, and a deeper connection with your grandparents.

In the world premiere production of The Reservoir, a young adult reconnects with his four grandparents in a time of need, finding surprising allies at his side.

Unless you have a close relationship with your grandparents, generational gaps can make carrying on conversation feel awkward or forced. Either way, there’s a great possibility your grandparents haven’t told you everything about themselves and their history.

For a fun evening spent with family, use these questions below to spark a conversation, curiosity, and a deeper connection with your grandparents. 

20 Questions for Your Grandparents

Childhood Recollections

What’s the first thing you remember saving money for?

Did you grow up with a nickname?

Can you tell me about your best friend or longest friendship?

Which home that you’ve lived in felt most like home to you?

Did you ever collect anything? Do you still have them?

Cultural and Personal Growth

So many important historical events have happened over your lifetime – which ones stand out in your memory?

Are there traditions you would like us to preserve?

Have you made any decisions you thought you might regret at the time, but you don’t?

What’s the best thing about the age you are now?

Are there any experiences on your bucket list? Can we do them together?

Family History

What do you remember about your own grandparents?

How would you describe the most difficult and rewarding parts about being a parent?

How did you choose your child/children’s name(s)?

What did a typical day look like in your household when you were a child?

Were you named after a family member, or does your name have any special meaning?

Then and Now

What brings you the most joy now? What about as a child?

What is the most sentimental item you still own? What makes it special today?

Which childhood games or toys brought you joy? How are games and toys different today?

If you could learn a new skill today, what would you pick? Would you choose an old hobby?

Which long-lost family meal, closed restaurant dish, or discontinued snack or beverage do you wish you could enjoy one more time?