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NTHC Programs for grades 1 - 5
The North Texas History Center is proud to offer educational programs that give students the opportunity to experience history through different styles of learning. Whether your student learns best by seeing, doing, hearing,or touching we have something here for them. The main gallery houses a well researched and constructed exhibit that tells the history in North Texas through artifacts and photos. The hands-on gallery encourages students to explore life as it would have been in the period they are studying. And our classroom gives students the unique opportunity to handle artifacts and learn not only about the time period they are studying, but about the importance of museums and the history in their communities.
See below for grade level details.
Homeschool Days for 2010
February 15 and April 29, 2010
The program will be offered from 10 to noon or from 1-3. Reservations are required.
Parents wishing to reserve a spot may contact Sarah via Email or telephone 972.542.9457 ext. 102.
Know Before You Go and Previsit Information
The museum requires on teacher or chaperone per 10 students. Teachers and chaperones are expected to actively participate in their students fieldtrip.
A typical education program begins around 10:00 a.m. and lasts about 2 1/2 hours. Group sizes of 35 to 100 students work best for all programs.
The cost for each education program at the Museum is $4.25 per student, $2.00 per chaperone, and teachers are free. Payment for all education programs is due on or before the day of the visit. Make checks payable to North Texas History Center.
If you have a student with special needs (i.e.,wheelchair) please tell us in advance. While we do not have an elevator in the building, we can make arrangements for students to participate in as much of the program as possible.
There are no lunch facilities in the Museum. If you wish to eat lunch after the program, Finch Park (a public park with public restrooms) is located less than a mile from the Museum.
To book a tour, call 1-972-542-9457 or email:
GroupTours@NorthTexasHistoryCenter.org
If you have any questions, please contact the Education Department:
Sarah@NorthTexasHistoryCenter.org
Previsit Information *click to download*:
· Previsit Packet (.doc format)
· Group Tour Contract {.doc format}
· Walking Tour {.pdf format}
· Walking Tour MAP {.pdf format}
· Instructions to Finch Park (pop-up)
Grades 1 - 3 -- Pioneering in North Texas -- Available Aug. 1 - Oct. 30
This program is designed to explore what pioneers are, why they came to Texas, and what life was like once they got here. Through hands-on activities, engaging exhibits, and relevant conversations students will learn about the people who moved here over 140 years ago and what their lives were like. Activities are modified to be age and TEKS appropriate.
Grade 4 -- Crops & Cattledrives -- Available Aug. 1 - Oct. - 30
Cattle and farming were the core of the North Texas economy after 1872. This program engages students in learning about the importance of agriculture and the railroad in our area and how it helped towns thrive or disappear. Round up the kids and come on down!
Grade 4 -- Cowboys, Cattledrives, and the Civil War -- Available Feb. - June
Learn about the cattle drives and how the Civil War affected them. Students will also receive an introduction to the era. Saddle up and ride on over to learn more about this exceptional era in North Texas history!
Grade 5 -- Civil War in North Texas -- Available Feb. - June
This program will explore the Civil War and how it affected our region. Our museum detectives segment allows students to touch Civil War era artifacts, while other areas allow students to learn about primary sources, or experience a day in the life of a soldier. Pack your haversack and prepare for a fun day of learning!
(Offered Feb. -May) - Eighth Grade: A self-guided Civil War program
Eighth graders are divided into small groups to explore all aspects of the museum at their own pace. The cost for this program is 2$ per student or chaperone, teachers and bus drivers are free.
FAQ about our Education Programs
How many chaperones should we bring?
The Museum requires one teacher or chaperone per 10 students. Teachers and chaperones are expected to actively participate in their students’ fieldtrip.
How long does the program take and how many students can I bring?
A typical education program begins around 9:30 or 10 a.m. and lasts about 2˝ hours. Group sizes of 35 to 100 students work best for all programs.
How much does the program cost?
Effective September 1, 2007, the cost for each education program at the Museum is $4.25 per student, $2.00 per chaperone, and teachers are free. Payment for all education programs is due on or before the day of the visit. Make checks payable to North Texas History Center.
Are your programs wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately our building was built in 1911 and does not have an elevator. The main floor is accessible via the ramp in the rear of the building. If you have a student with special needs (i.e., wheelchair) please tell us in advance. While we do not have an elevator, we can make arrangements for students to participate in as much of the program as possible.
Can my students eat lunch there?
There are no lunch facilities in the Museum. If you wish to eat lunch after the program, Finch Park (a public park with public restrooms) is located less than a mile from the Museum.
How do I get there?
Our address is 300 East Virginia.
From US HWY 75 take the Virginia/Louisiana exit east towards downtown. Turn left (north) on Chestnut and right (east) on Virginia. Park in front of the building.
From Hwy 5/McDonald turn west on Louisiana, right (north) on Chestnut, and right (east) on Virginia and park in front of the building.
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