Abolition and Social Change in 19th-Century New England
Description
Focusing on the 19th-century abolitionist movement and led by a museum educator, participants in this tour-based program will use primary sources and interactive experiences to piece together a larger picture of the impact of slavery in a town like Sturbridge in the 1830s. They will think deeply about the factors that influence their everyday choices and how they can use their own voices to create radical change. After the guided tour portion, the program concludes in the Center Meetinghouse, where students participate in a 30-minute discussion and conclusion. The conclusion to this program takes place at 12:30. This program is available on Thursdays.
The program requires pre-visit work to be done in-class ahead of your visit
Recommended for 5th through 12th grades. Minimum of 10 students.
Pricing: $14 (Students), $17 (Chaperones), FREE (Teachers and School Support Staff)
Offered At
Old Sturbridge Village
Welcome to Old Sturbridge Village, a recreated 1830s rural New England town! Explore our 200+ acres and 40 historical buildings, chat with costumed historians as they work the tasks of the past, and be inspired by the stories of early 19th-century rural New England life.
As the largest living history museum in New England, Old Sturbridge Village brings history to life through costumed historians, preserved buildings, a working farm and mills, amazing objects in our vast collections and incredible stories from life in the early 19th century. Offering more programming, more hands-on experiences and more fun for all ages, we are more than a museum—we are Old Sturbridge Village.
Please Note: Old Sturbridge Village hours change seasonally. Please check our website for detailed information.
Details
Subjects
History, 19th Century, African American History, Government & Civics, Primary Sources
Capacity
150 students, 1 chap. per 10 stu.
Duration
30 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12