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Workshops teach students the history of the multicultural people who were heavily involved in the settling of the western US – such as African-American cowboys, Hispanic cowboys, and Native American chiefs. Groups can enjoy a variety of games and scavenger hunts during their visit, which also explore the contributions made by these groups. Travelling programs are available as well.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies

topics covered:
cowboys, Hispanic culture, history, Native Americans, world cultures

contact info
Phone: 817-534-8801
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Min. 10 for workshop programs. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Outreach. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1-2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: n/a. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: n/a.

ABOUT

National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum

Discover and explore the history of the minority cowboy, Buffalo Soldier, and frontier people of the past, present, and future at this museum. Established in 2001, the museum explores the untold stories and contributions of Hispanic, Native, European, Asian, and African settlers that built the unique culture of the American West. Learn about these groups through artifacts, photographs, and journals, as well as by exploring their traditions. The museum offers self-guided activities, workshops, presentations, as well as things to do in its community garden.

contact info

Hrs: Wed.-Fri. 12PM-4PM by appt., & Sat. 12PM-4PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

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History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

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Scouts

Scouts can learn about the history of multicultural groups in the American West. Add to the experience with variety of activities such as matching games, crossword puzzles, hidden message word searches, and scavenger hunts. Workshop programs are also available. For added fun outdoors, the museum’s community garden offers archery, volleyball, and dodge ball; as well as camping opportunities.

supports scout badges in:
Social Studies

topics covered:
camping, cowboys, Hispanic culture, history, Native Americans, world cultures

contact info
Phone: 817-534-8801
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Min. 10 for workshop programs. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1-2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: n/a. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: n/a. Accessible To: n/a.

ABOUT

National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum

Discover and explore the history of the minority cowboy, Buffalo Soldier, and frontier people of the past, present, and future at this museum. Established in 2001, the museum explores the untold stories and contributions of Hispanic, Native, European, Asian, and African settlers that built the unique culture of the American West. Learn about these groups through artifacts, photographs, and journals, as well as by exploring their traditions. The museum offers self-guided activities, workshops, presentations, as well as things to do in its community garden.

contact info

Hrs: Wed.-Fri. 12PM-4PM by appt., & Sat. 12PM-4PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>

Camp

Campers can learn about the history of minority cowboys, Native American chiefs, and the history of multicultural groups in the American West. The museum offers self-guided activities, such as games and scavenger hunts; as well as educational workshops. Other things to do at the museum include storytelling sessions on the weekend, outdoor sports and games in the community garden, and camping.

topics covered:
crafts, cowboys, Hispanic culture, history, Native Americans, world cultures

contact info
Phone: 817-534-8801
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Min. 10 for workshop programs. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1-2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: n/a. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: n/a. Accessible To: n/a.

ABOUT

National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum

Discover and explore the history of the minority cowboy, Buffalo Soldier, and frontier people of the past, present, and future at this museum. Established in 2001, the museum explores the untold stories and contributions of Hispanic, Native, European, Asian, and African settlers that built the unique culture of the American West. Learn about these groups through artifacts, photographs, and journals, as well as by exploring their traditions. The museum offers self-guided activities, workshops, presentations, as well as things to do in its community garden.

contact info

Hrs: Wed.-Fri. 12PM-4PM by appt., & Sat. 12PM-4PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>

Homeschool

Homeschool students can learn about the museum’s exhibits with fun activities such as matching games, crossword puzzles, and scavenger hunts. Workshops are also available to teach them more about groups such as African-American cowboys, Hispanic cowboys, and Native American chiefs. Smaller groups are welcome to attend on Saturdays for storytelling sessions, and arts and crafts.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies

topics covered:
crafts, cowboys, Hispanic culture, history, Native Americans, world cultures

contact info
Phone: 817-534-8801
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Min. 10 for workshop programs. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1-2 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: n/a. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: n/a. Cost: Fee Title I or Financial Support: n/a. Accessible To: n/a.

ABOUT

National Multicultural Western Heritage Museum

Discover and explore the history of the minority cowboy, Buffalo Soldier, and frontier people of the past, present, and future at this museum. Established in 2001, the museum explores the untold stories and contributions of Hispanic, Native, European, Asian, and African settlers that built the unique culture of the American West. Learn about these groups through artifacts, photographs, and journals, as well as by exploring their traditions. The museum offers self-guided activities, workshops, presentations, as well as things to do in its community garden.

contact info

Hrs: Wed.-Fri. 12PM-4PM by appt., & Sat. 12PM-4PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

History Museum Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.

History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.

View Lesson Plan>>