Lewis Latimer House Museum 40.76612° N -73.82939° W
Description
Lewis H. Latimer (1848-1928) was an African American inventor whose innovations in designing carbon filaments ushered in the age of electric light. Latimer was the son of fugitive slaves, a self-taught master draftsman, an expert on patent law, a poet, and painter--in short, a Renaissance man. The historic Victorian home of Lewis Latimer stands now as a testament to this talented and gracious man.
Lunch Notes
Due to limited space, classes should have lunch on school grounds before or after attending the trip.
Bathroom Notes
Gender-neutral bathroom available.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations should be done at least 48 hours before the visit.
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Field Trip
The Inventor's Workshop [In-Museum Program]
Ever thought about building your own invention or laboratory? In this workshop, students will learn about the life, scientific contribution and workspaces of Lewis Latimer and other inventors. They will explore the tools and materials used in Latimer’s home and by scientists in other labs, to build an understanding of the proportions and geometric measurements of a workspace.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards:
Geometry 3.G.A.1, Measurement and Data 3.MD.D.8, 3-5 ETS1-1, 3-5 ETS1-3, MS ETS1-1, MS ETS1-3, MS ETS1-4
Subjects Covered
math, measurement & data, geometry, science, engineering, design thinking
Grades
k, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Capacity
25 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.Activity
field trip
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$150.00 per Group for Title I School
$150.00 per Group for Title I School
$120.00 per Group for Title I School
Paper Circuits [In-Museum Program]
Lewis Latimer was not only a renaissance man, but an early pioneer of electric engineering. With this workshop, we pay homage to his contributions to electricity. Students will learn about the importance of electricity and the way in which it is transferred by using it as a key principle for innovation and design to create paper circuits.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards:
3-5 ETS1-1, 3-5 ETS1-3, MS ETS1-1, MS ETS1-3, MS ETS1-4
Subjects Covered
science, engineering
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Capacity
25 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.Activity
field trip
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$150.00 per Group for School Group
$150.00 per Group for Non School Group
$120.00 per Group for Title I School
Poet and Portraiture [In-Museum Program]
One of the most precious keepsakes at the Latimer House Museum is an original copy of a poetry book written by Lewis Latimer. With this workshop, students will learn more about his talents, poetry and navigating self-expression by creating poems following specific themes and audiences.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards: Speaking & Listening SL.6.4, Speaking & Listening SL.7.4, SL.8.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1.a
Subjects Covered
poetry, writing
Grades
1, 2, k, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Capacity
25 stu., 1 chap. per 10 stu.Activity
field trip
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$150.00 per Group for School Group
$150.00 per Group for Non School Group
$120.00 per Group for Title I School
Virtual Field Trip
The Inventor’s Workshop [Virtual]
Ever thought about building your own invention or laboratory? In this workshop, students will learn about the life, scientific contribution and workspaces of Lewis Latimer and other inventors. They will explore the tools and materials used in Latimer’s home and by scientists in other labs, to build an understanding of the proportions and geometric measurements of a workspace.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards:Geometry 3.G.A.1, Measurement and Data 3.MD.D.8, 3-5 ETS1-1, 3-5 ETS1-3, MS ETS1-1, MS ETS1-3, MS ETS1-4
Subjects Covered
math, measurement & data, geometry, science, engineering, design thinking
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, kCapacity
25 stu.Activity
virtual field trip
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$80.00 per Group for School Group
$80.00 per Group for Non School Group
$64.00 per Group for Title I School
Paper Circuits [Virtual]
Lewis Latimer was not only a renaissance man, but an early pioneer of electric engineering. With this workshop, we pay homage to his contributions to electricity. Students will learn about the importance of electricity and the way in which it is transferred by using it as a key principle for innovation and design to create paper circuits.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards:3-5 ETS1-1, 3-5 ETS1-3, MS ETS1-1, MS ETS1-3, MS ETS1-4
Subjects Covered
science, engineering, design thinking
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Capacity
25 stu.Activity
virtual field trip
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$80.00 per Group for School Group
$80.00 per Group for Non School Group
$64.00 per Group for Title I School
Poet and Portraiture [Virtual]
One of the most precious keepsakes at the Latimer House Museum is an original copy of a poetry book written by Lewis Latimer. With this workshop, students will learn more about his talents, poetry and navigating self-expression by creating poems following specific themes and audiences.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards: Speaking & Listening SL.6.4, Speaking & Listening SL.7.4, SL.8.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1.a
Subjects Covered
poetry, writing
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, kCapacity
25 stu.Activity
virtual field trip
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$80.00 per Group for School Group
$80.00 per Group for Non School Group
$64.00 per Group for Title I School
School Based Program
The Inventor’s Workshop [In-School Program]
Ever thought about building your own invention or laboratory? In this workshop, students will learn about the life, scientific contribution and workspaces of Lewis Latimer and other inventors. They will explore the tools and materials used in Latimer’s home and by scientists in other labs, to build an understanding of the proportions and geometric measurements of a workspace.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards:
Geometry 3.G.A.1, Measurement and Data 3.MD.D.8, 3-5 ETS1-1, 3-5 ETS1-3, MS ETS1-1, MS ETS1-3, MS ETS1-4
Subjects Covered
math, measurement & data, geometry, science, engineering, design thinking
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, kCapacity
25 stu.Activity
school based program
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$150.00 per Group for School Group
$150.00 per Group for Non School Group
$120.00 per Group for Title I School
Paper Circuits [In-School Program]
Lewis Latimer was not only a renaissance man, but an early pioneer of electric engineering. With this workshop, we pay homage to his contributions to electricity. Students will learn about the importance of electricity and the way in which it is transferred by using it as a key principle for innovation and design to create paper circuits.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards:
3-5 ETS1-1, 3-5 ETS1-3, MS ETS1-1, MS ETS1-3, MS ETS1-4
Subjects Covered
science, engineering, design thinking
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12Capacity
25 stu., 1 chap. per 25 stu.Activity
school based program
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$150.00 per Group for School Group
$150.00 per Group for Non School Group
$120.00 per Group for Title I School
Poet and Portraiture [In-School Program]
One of the most precious keepsakes at the Latimer House Museum is an original copy of a poetry book written by Lewis Latimer. With this workshop, students will learn more about his talents, poetry and navigating self-expression by creating poems following specific themes and audiences.
This program meets the following New York City Social Studies curriculum standards: Speaking & Listening SL.6.4, Speaking & Listening SL.7.4, SL.8.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.5.1.a
Subjects Covered
poetry, writing
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, kCapacity
25 stu., 1 chap. per 12 stu.Activity
school based program
Duration
60 min.Price Options
$150.00 per Person for School Group
$150.00 per Person for Non School Group
$120.00 per Person for Title I School