1st Annual Homeschool Day, “Fall Chores Day”
Wednesday, Sept. 8
JULIA’s NOTE: The education director suggests arriving at 9 a.m., when the museum opens. This will give you time to identify, prioritize, and find the sites and activities you wish to pursue. Members get into the event free.
From the LHF website (scroll down until you find the date, Sept.8):
Living History Farms welcomes homeschool families! Tour 300 years of Midwestern history, from when the Ioway Indians farmed in Iowa to the beginning of the 20th century when farmers used horses, and participate in chores done by children. Explore the daily life of a child in 1875 as you tour the town of Walnut Hill and participate in chores at 5 locations throughout town. And don’t be late for a lesson at the schoolhouse!? ?Pre-registration required; e-mail educ@lhf.org or call 515.278.5286 ext. 178. Activities take place from 10:00 – noon, and from 1:00 – 3:00. Once you register, you will receive a list of activities for the day. Special discount of $1.00 off admission price for homeschool families that pre-register by September 1st.
