The Quilt Story (in-classroom)
Grades PreK-3 Through “The Quilt Story,” by Tony Johnston and Tomie dePaola, students will delve into the world of 19th-century quilting, exploring its history and artistic techniques. Our museum educator […]
19th Century Civics Day
For all ages. Students can participate in a real Naturalization Ceremony, welcoming new American citizens! This is a moving and joyous ceremony that should not be missed!
Small Folks (in-classroom)
We bring the museum to you! Geared for grades PreK-Grade 3. Students discover what early settlement life was like for the settlers of Western New York. Using 19th-century objects and […]
The Ox-Cart Man (in-classroom)
We bring the museum to you! Geared for grades PreK-Grade 3. The story of a 19th-century family comes alive as our Museum educator brings a cart full of objects for […]
19th-Century Games (in-classroom)
Curriculum Connections We bring the museum to you! Geared for grades 1 – 12 and adults. Guided by a costumed museum educator, students play with jackstraws, cup-and-ball, the whimmy-diddle, buzz […]
Historic Village
Geared for grades K – 12. Self-guide through our historic village with 68 historic buildings to better understand what life may have been like in Upstate New York 200 years ago!
Nature Discoveries
Geared for grades K – 12. During this guided field trip, your class will rotate through hands-on activities, a nature walk, a live animal presentation, and games. The program includes similar elements at any point of the year, but is tweaked to fit the season and the weather.
Animal Kingdom (in-classroom)
Join a GCV&M naturalist to learn about animal diversity and biological adaptations in a fun and thought provoking atmosphere.
Sap, Syrup, and Sugar (in-classroom)
curriculum connections We bring the museum to you! Geared for Preschool-Grade 12 and adults. Students will explore the sweet history and science behind maple sugar and syrup production from early […]
Preparing for Winter
For all ages. Stroll the Historic Village where preparations are underway for the cold season ahead. Students will learn about how the needs and duties of 19-century New Yorkers shifted as they prepared for the season to come. See traditional crafts, harvesting tasks, winterizing homes, and food preparations in the historic kitchens
Home for the Holidays
Geared for grades 2-12. On this guided tour through the wintery Historic Village, students are encouraged to make connections with 19th century traditions to their own winter experiences. The tour creatively delivers a host of curriculum topics in a unique and memorable way.