FIELD TRIPS
Naper Settlement field trips focus on inquiry-based learning that promotes curiosity and critical thinking skills. Students can step back in time to explore life in the 19th century as they visit historical buildings and learn about chores and common trades of the time period. Costumed interpreters provide demonstrations of historical activities, which build students' awareness of ways that Naper Settlement evolved from a frontier town to an industrial community. Students can also learn about the Underground Railroad, farmers and pioneers, economics, and more. The museum offers in-person field trips as well as virtual field trips for students.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Illinois History
topics covered:
19th century history, American history, civil war, crafts, economics, farming, industry, living history, slavery, technology, Underground Railroad, Victorian Era
contact info
Name: Group Tours
Phone: 630-420-6010
Email: [email protected]
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ABOUT
Naper Settlement
Naper Settlement is a family-friendly outdoor history museum featuring 13 acres of learning and interactive opportunities for all ages. The museum creates community by connecting visitors to Naperville’s history through engaging, unique experiences. Visitors are immersed in history as they learn about the past and how it relates to the present, from pioneer times to today.
contact info
Hrs: Tues.-Fri. 10AM-4PM, Sat. & Sun. Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Living History Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Two hundred thousand Civil War soldiers were boys no older than 16, and an estimated 300 women were brave enough to disguise themselves as men and fight in the war. The average soldier weighed only 145 pounds due to poor diet, long marches, disease, and tough living, and earned between $13-$16 per month. Reading about these facts is interesting, but actually living them makes the information come alive. Living History Centers can allow students to experience how people lived during important historical eras, including enlisting as a soldier during the Civil War.
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FIELD TRIPS
Scouts can connect with history and journey to new adventures at Naper Settlement as they participate in historical activities, create crafts, go on fun explorations, and more. Girl Scout and Boy Scout visits can meet badge requirements; a special patch is also available. Each year, Naper Settlement offers a Scouts Spring Fling where Scouts can spend the afternoon exploring historic buildings, talking with costumed interpreters, and creating a fun craft. The museum also offers several digital Scout programs.
supports scout badges in:
Illinois History
topics covered:
19th century history, American history, civil war, crafts, economics, farming, industry, living history, slavery, technology, Underground Railroad, Victorian Era
contact info
Name: Group Tours
Phone: 630-420-6010
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Naper Settlement
Naper Settlement is a family-friendly outdoor history museum featuring 13 acres of learning and interactive opportunities for all ages. The museum creates community by connecting visitors to Naperville’s history through engaging, unique experiences. Visitors are immersed in history as they learn about the past and how it relates to the present, from pioneer times to today.
contact info
Hrs: Tues.-Fri. 10AM-4PM, Sat. & Sun. Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Living History Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Two hundred thousand Civil War soldiers were boys no older than 16, and an estimated 300 women were brave enough to disguise themselves as men and fight in the war. The average soldier weighed only 145 pounds due to poor diet, long marches, disease, and tough living, and earned between $13-$16 per month. Reading about these facts is interesting, but actually living them makes the information come alive. Living History Centers can allow students to experience how people lived during important historical eras, including enlisting as a soldier during the Civil War.
View Lesson Plan>>
FIELD TRIPS
Homeschool groups can step back in time to explore life in the 19th century as they visit historical buildings and learn about chores and common trades of the time period. Costumed interpreters provide demonstrations of historical activities, which build students' awareness of ways that Naper Settlement evolved from a frontier town to an industrial community. Students can also learn about the Underground Railroad, farmers and pioneers, economics, and more.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Illinois History
topics covered:
19th century history, American history, civil war, crafts, economics, farming, industry, living history, slavery, technology, Underground Railroad, Victorian Era
contact info
Name: Group Tours
Phone: 630-420-6010
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Naper Settlement
Naper Settlement is a family-friendly outdoor history museum featuring 13 acres of learning and interactive opportunities for all ages. The museum creates community by connecting visitors to Naperville’s history through engaging, unique experiences. Visitors are immersed in history as they learn about the past and how it relates to the present, from pioneer times to today.
contact info
Hrs: Tues.-Fri. 10AM-4PM, Sat. & Sun. Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Living History Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Two hundred thousand Civil War soldiers were boys no older than 16, and an estimated 300 women were brave enough to disguise themselves as men and fight in the war. The average soldier weighed only 145 pounds due to poor diet, long marches, disease, and tough living, and earned between $13-$16 per month. Reading about these facts is interesting, but actually living them makes the information come alive. Living History Centers can allow students to experience how people lived during important historical eras, including enlisting as a soldier during the Civil War.
View Lesson Plan>>