Educational Program Offerings
Interested in a school field trip to the museum? We offer a variety of experiences to meet the needs of your group. All field trips meet K-12 programming standards.
Your visit includes:
· A guided tour of Woodrow Wilson’s birthplace. This guided tour feature’s themes surrounding Staunton in the 1850’s and what life was like at this time.
· Self-guided experience in the museum focusing on the life and times surrounding Woodrow Wilson. A gallery guide, primary source analysis, or scavenger hunt may be added to this experience.
· A 30–45-minute educator-led program of your choosing. Please see available programs below.
A group rate is available for classes with 10 or more students.
· $8.00 per student
· $10.50 per adult chaperone
· Teachers with school-issued ID are free during group visit
Please allow 2 hours for your field trip visit. We request you book field trip visits at least 2 weeks in advance.
Available Programs:
Archaeology in Our Community - Why is archaeology important in history? Learn some basic archaeological techniques while seeing actual artifacts from a dig done at the museum. Students will learn the basics of artifact and primary source analysis and how museums conserve and preserve these artifacts for display purposes.
"Over Here, Over There"- The Great War: History comes alive with an authentic World War I trunk filled with artifacts and primary resources that tell the story of The Great War. Using letters, propaganda, photographs, and a soldier's uniform and kit, students learn about life both in the trenches and on the home front. An on-site visit includes a tour of the exciting trench exhibit, World War I: The "Doughboy" War.
Wilson and Diplomacy - Wilson’s decision to enter the war was met with many criticisms. When the Great War ended, the criticisms and accolades for his peace-making procedures grew far and wide across the world. Diplomacy in modern politics is very similar to what Wilson dealt with, and students will discover through primary sources how politics changed during this progressive period of government.
Your Community, Then and Now - Ever wonder what life was like for people your age when Woodrow Wilson lived? Discover what kinds of technology, education, and games existed, learn how people received their food and other goods, and understand how your community has changed over the past 100+ years.
EXPLORE HISTORY WITH US!
Please e-mail Emily Kilgore, Director of Education and Engagement for more information or to book your program: ekilgore@woodrowwilson.org or call (540) 885-0897 ext. 122.
We also offer outreaches to your school! Please contact us for pricing and more information.
Are you a homeschool co-op with a variety of ages? Ask about our enhanced museum experiences.
Don’t see what you need? Let us know! We love to work with you to find the best fit! If you are interested in one or more of our programs, fill out the form to set up a schedule.
