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Students are shown examples of historic maps and bird’s eye views of Morristown to discuss how physical geography helps us understand communities. Each student is then given materials to create their own community map, highlighting important places (home, school, and civic structures).

Students are shown examples of primary source documents as we discuss the way information is shared and remembered throughout history. Then, students will create their own historically inspired “declarations” using calligraphy pens on homemade paper (pre-made).

Using the historic costume collection, we ask how and why fashion has changed through American history. Students will create their own historically inspired beaded or leather accessory using historic examples and color samples as inspiration.

Why are the eagle, lady liberty, and George Washington so important to America’s narrative about itself? After highlighting America’s important symbols, students will come up with their own personal, family or community symbol to create a “quilt” (individual student tiles that are combined) representing their classroom.

Students are shown a collection of patriotic materials, including flags and medals. Then, students create their own medals of service, highlighting a friend, classmate, teacher or family member who has made a positive impact in their lives, or done a good deed.

Do you have what it takes to think like a historian? Examine antique items and try to deduce what their purpose was on the farm or in the house.

Learn how to make ice cream the old-fashioned way! See what it takes to create ice cream and sample some at the end of the class! All supplies provided.

Pickling has been around for years, but how do you do it? In this immersive workshop, create “quickles” or refrigerated pickles using a spice and herb bar to make your own unique blend of pickles. All supplies provided.

Did you know that the vegetables we ate come from different parts of the plant? Learn what parts we eat! Children will learn about the different plant parts we eat by sampling different fruits and vegetables. All supplies provided.

Apples are a yummy treat, see how easy they are to make into apple sauce! Children will get to make apple sauce from scratch and create a craft during the cooking process. All supplies provided.