History Makers in Richmond

Introduce your students to the stories that museums tell with a focus on Virginia history makers, including Pocahontas, Arthur Ashe, Maggie Walker, George Washington.

Young students sit on the floor in a historic room with their backs to the camera. In front of them a Valentine Educator stands showing the students some historic objects.

Program Objectives: Students will compare and contrast, discuss past and present, examine artifacts and identify the stories of individuals who contributed to national, state and local history.

Includes pre-visit materials and videos that provide supplemental content and activities!

Available as:

  • Museum Field Trip
  • In-school Outreach Program
  • Virtual Visit

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Program Fees & Details:

  • 60 minute onsite program | $5 per student
  • 60 minute outreach program | $5 per student
  • Virtual visits | $50 flat rate per program
  • Programs are always free for RPS and Title 1 schools. Funding available based on need for other programs upon request.
  • Questions? Call 804-649-0711 ext. 317 or email education@thevalentine.org.

Grade Level

Elementary

SOL(s)

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.10, VS.1a, VS, 2e, VS.3g, VS.5b

Time Period

1600-1775: Colonial, 1775-1784: Revolutionary, 1785-1850: Building America, 1871-1899: Post Reconstruction

Program Type

Offsite, Onsite, Virtual