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EDUCATION

		HERITAGE PARK - Midland County Historical Society - Educators & Family

		EDUCATOR RESOURCES Touching Tour Preschool and Kindergarten Children are given the rare opportunity to experience a Victorian Home museum through the sense of touch. Guides will take the students through the Bradley Home, allowing them to touch and handle many of the antique objects within. Root Cellar & Ice Box Grade 2 Students get a glimpse at the wants and needs of children in 1880. Full of hands-on activities, students visit the Bradley Home and the Homestead Farm at the Chippewa Nature Center. Through the experience of these two locations, students can compare and contrast city and country life. Call CNC to schedule at (989) 631-0830. Historic Community Grade 3 Explore the lives of three people who lived in our community long ago. Through activities, songs and movement, students will learn about lumberjacks, blacksmiths and domestic servants from Midland’s historic community. Chemist & Architect Grade 4 Featuring the lives of Herbert H. Dow and his son Alden B. Dow, this tour has a strong economic component. Activities include a resource treasure hunt, home design, chemistry experiment and tours of the Herbert H. Dow Historical Museum and the Alden B. Dow Home and Studio. In addition to economic lessons about resources and entrepreneurship, students learn how these men influenced Michigan history. Holiday Tours Any Grade The holiday season as we celebrate it today has its roots in the Victorian period. Come see the Bradley Home decked out in Victorian splendor with live greens and handmade ornaments. Learn about the festive traditions that made this time of the year special. Holiday tours are available during the month of December. Tour availability is limited, so call early. Hands-on craft activities are included. $3 per child. High School Tours Grades 9-12 This 90-minute tour is ideal for humanities and history classes, but can be customized to meet the needs of others. In the Herbert H. Dow Historical Museum, students will be exposed to the history of The Dow Chemical Company and its influence on Midland.Comparisons are made between Herbert Dow and other entrepreneurs of his time. In the Bradley Home, along with learning the history of the family and the home, design and architecture elements are featured. To the top		EXHIBITIONS SPECIAL EVENTS CLASSES & CAMPS EDUCATORS & FAMILY • Educator Resources • Outreach Programs • Homeschool Days • Scout Programs • Birthday Parties ABOUT US Avoid the lines...
		OUTREACH PROGRAMS
		OUTREACH PROGRAMS Midland History Grades 2-12 From the time of the Ojibway to today, this historical program shows the changing face of Midland. See the fascinating changes Midland has undergone while you hunt for history in today’s Midland. Lumbering Grade 4 Through the use of slides, artifacts and song, students learn about rough and tumble shanty life and the early lumbering trade in Midland. World War II Posters Loan Kit Grades 9-12 Bring original World War II posters and slides of posters to your classroom to help guide analysis and discussion. For more information, call 631-5930 x 1311 or email bagnall@mcfta.org. To the top
		HOMESCHOOL DAYS
		Homeschool families not belonging to a group are encourage to attend our Museum Homeschool Days scheduled periodically during the year. These opportunities will provide students an opportunity to experience our Museums with others and parents an opportunity to network with each other. For more information call Trena Winans-Bagnall at 631-5930 ext. 1311 or email bagnall@mcfta.org To the top
		SCOUT PROGRAMS
		Heritage Park offers unique opportunities for Scouts to explore the past with special events. For more information call Trena Winans-Bagnall at 631-5930 ext. 1311 or email bagnall@mcfta.org. To the Top
		BIRTHDAY PARTIES
		Heritage Park is a delightful place for celebrating birthdays! We offer an old-fashioned 1880s-style birthday that includes crafts, games, stories, plus a historic toy grab bag. For more information call Trena Winans-Bagnall at 631-5930 ext. 1311 or email bagnall@mcfta.org. To the Top