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Field trips to the Governor’s Residence allow students to learn about the history of the Pennsylvania governorship and get a taste of architectural style. Outside of the mansion, students can see native plants in Penn’s Woods, two sculptures, and more. The tour also provides opportunities for students to see an extensive and well-curated art collection, including works by great Pennsylvania artists such as Charles Polk and Gilbert Stuart. When reserving your tour, be sure to let staff know of any special needs your school group might have. Bus parking is available. Please note that book bags are not allowed inside the Governor’s Residence.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Art.

topics covered:
Government, history, architecture, historical figures, culture, science, plants.

contact info
Name: Tour Line
Phone: 717-772-9130

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1 hour. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone. Cost: Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Governor’s Residence

Take your group on a docent-led tour of the place that Pennsylvania’s governor calls home. Located in Uptown Harrisburg, the neo-Georgian style mansion was built in the 1960s and designed by architect George M. Ewing. Students, scouts, and homeschoolers will see the public and state rooms of the residence, which contain period furnishings, a collection of Tucker China, a walnut harpsichord, various paintings on the walls, and other items. Groups can also tour the gardens surrounding the property. Guided tours are offered in April, May, June, September, and October. During the month of December, groups can take self-guided tours of the elaborate holiday decorations at the residence.

contact info

Hrs: Tues. & Thurs. 10AM-2PM.

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

Scout groups can begin working on several requirements for badges such as American Heritage, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Gardening, and more. Scouts can view portraits of historic figures throughout the Governor’s Residence, explore the mansion’s neo-Georgian style architecture, and peruse the landscape areas of the property. When reserving a tour for your scouts, be sure to let staff know of any special needs your group might have. Please note that backpacks are not allowed inside the mansion.

supports scout badges in:
Social Studies, Art.

topics covered:
Government, history, architecture, historical figures, culture, science, plants, gardening, landscaping.

contact info
Name: Tour Line
Phone: 717-772-9130

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1 hour. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone. Cost: Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Governor’s Residence

Take your group on a docent-led tour of the place that Pennsylvania’s governor calls home. Located in Uptown Harrisburg, the neo-Georgian style mansion was built in the 1960s and designed by architect George M. Ewing. Students, scouts, and homeschoolers will see the public and state rooms of the residence, which contain period furnishings, a collection of Tucker China, a walnut harpsichord, various paintings on the walls, and other items. Groups can also tour the gardens surrounding the property. Guided tours are offered in April, May, June, September, and October. During the month of December, groups can take self-guided tours of the elaborate holiday decorations at the residence.

contact info

Hrs: Tues. & Thurs. 10AM-2PM.

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.

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Homeschool

Field trips to the Governor’s Residence allow homeschoolers to explore Pennsylvania’s history, architecture, and landscape. Homeschool groups will learn about Pennsylvania governorship, historic figures, culture, and more during the guided tour. The tour also provides opportunities for homeschoolers to view the mansion’s art collection, which includes works by several Pennsylvania artists. Tours of the garden combine plant life and art with native Pennsylvania flora and sculpture. When reserving a tour, be sure to let staff know of any special needs your homeschool group might have.

topics covered:
Social studies, government, history, architecture, historical figures, culture, science, plants, gardening, landscaping, visual art.

contact info
Name: Tour Line
Phone: 717-772-9130

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 1 hour. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone. Cost: Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Governor’s Residence

Take your group on a docent-led tour of the place that Pennsylvania’s governor calls home. Located in Uptown Harrisburg, the neo-Georgian style mansion was built in the 1960s and designed by architect George M. Ewing. Students, scouts, and homeschoolers will see the public and state rooms of the residence, which contain period furnishings, a collection of Tucker China, a walnut harpsichord, various paintings on the walls, and other items. Groups can also tour the gardens surrounding the property. Guided tours are offered in April, May, June, September, and October. During the month of December, groups can take self-guided tours of the elaborate holiday decorations at the residence.

contact info

Hrs: Tues. & Thurs. 10AM-2PM.

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>>