School
School visits can include a variety of self-guided and guided experiences. Entrance to the Alamo Church and the Long Barracks exhibit are free. Students can attend history talks with an interpreter, watch the short film The Alamo: Crossroads of History, and see historical demonstrations in medicine, cooking, crafts, and more in the Living History Encampment. Guided tours are available at a discount price. Outreach visits are available to schools in the San Antonio area.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies
topics covered:
architecture, crafts, history, military history, textiles
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Phone: 210-225-1391 ext. 4102
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Alamo
A field trip to the Alamo, the shrine to Texas liberty, is an excellent way to foster a love of learning and reverence for history from a young age. Groups can embark on a variety of tours to learn about the history of the Alamo, and may also explore the exhibits of the Long Barrack Museum; the oldest building in San Antonio. Alamo staff provide history talks and living history demonstrations; including firing demonstrations, fire starting, leather working, and more. These demonstrations may also be booked for private events or groups.
contact info
Hrs: Daily, Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
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Scouts
Bring Scouts to the Alamo for a day exploring Texas history. Entrance to the Alamo Church and the Long Barracks exhibit are free, but group tours are offered to those interested in learning about the events of the Alamo in greater detail. Scouts can also attend history talks, watch the short film The Alamo: Crossroads of History, and see living history demonstrations. Demonstrations cover topics such as medicine, food, textiles, weaponry, and more.
supports classroom learning in:
Citizenship, Social Studies
topics covered:
architecture, crafts, history, military history, textiles
contact info
Phone: 210-225-1391 ext. 4002
INFO
ABOUT
Alamo
A field trip to the Alamo, the shrine to Texas liberty, is an excellent way to foster a love of learning and reverence for history from a young age. Groups can embark on a variety of tours to learn about the history of the Alamo, and may also explore the exhibits of the Long Barrack Museum; the oldest building in San Antonio. Alamo staff provide history talks and living history demonstrations; including firing demonstrations, fire starting, leather working, and more. These demonstrations may also be booked for private events or groups.
contact info
Hrs: Daily, Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>
Camp
Campers can learn about the history of the Alamo with a guided or self-guided tour. Entrance to the Alamo Church and the Long Barracks exhibit are free. Activities include history talks, a short film, and living history demonstrations. Demonstrations cover topics such as medicine, food, textiles, weaponry, and more.
topics covered:
architecture, crafts, history, military history, textiles
contact info
Phone: 210-225-1391 ext. 4002
INFO
ABOUT
Alamo
A field trip to the Alamo, the shrine to Texas liberty, is an excellent way to foster a love of learning and reverence for history from a young age. Groups can embark on a variety of tours to learn about the history of the Alamo, and may also explore the exhibits of the Long Barrack Museum; the oldest building in San Antonio. Alamo staff provide history talks and living history demonstrations; including firing demonstrations, fire starting, leather working, and more. These demonstrations may also be booked for private events or groups.
contact info
Hrs: Daily, Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>
Homeschool
Homeschoolers can enjoy self-guided experiences at the Alamo including history talks, a short film, living history demonstrations, and free admission to the Alamo Church and the Long Barracks exhibit. Public and private guided tours are available to those interested in learning about the Alamo in greater detail.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies
topics covered:
architecture, crafts, history, military history, textiles
contact info
Phone: 210-225-1391 ext. 4002
INFO
ABOUT
Alamo
A field trip to the Alamo, the shrine to Texas liberty, is an excellent way to foster a love of learning and reverence for history from a young age. Groups can embark on a variety of tours to learn about the history of the Alamo, and may also explore the exhibits of the Long Barrack Museum; the oldest building in San Antonio. Alamo staff provide history talks and living history demonstrations; including firing demonstrations, fire starting, leather working, and more. These demonstrations may also be booked for private events or groups.
contact info
Hrs: Daily, Vary by season.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>