Programs

Immersive Experiences

Our unique programs create unforgettable experiences through interactive activities, performances, and informative exhibits.

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Helping The Future Learn From The Past

Edutainment is a blend of education and entertainment designed to make learning more engaging and enjoyable. It involves using entertaining methods, such as games, interactive activities, or storytelling, to teach educational content. The goal of edutainment is to capture the learner’s interest and make the educational experience fun, thereby improving retention and understanding of the material.

Interactive Activities

Students actively engage with historical material through hands-on activities, discussions, and role-playing to teach the Founding Principles. This involves an immersive environment where students are not just passive recipients of information; they participate in reenactments, debates, and simulations that reflect the political and social dynamics of the Revolutionary era. The inclusion of period-specific food and customs further immerses students in the historical context, allowing them to experience the daily life and challenges of the 18th century. This approach allows students to interact with the material in a way that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a deeper understanding of the Founding Principles. By engaging directly with the concepts through dialogue and action, students are more likely to retain information and appreciate the complexities of the historical period. This method not only brings the Founding Principles to life but also encourages students to think critically about their relevance today.

Performances

Performance-based learning is a dynamic educational approach to teaching the Founding Principles of the United States in an 18th-century setting that deeply engages students. Volunteers take on roles as key figures such as John Dunlap, Bernardo de Galvez, Phyllis Wheatley, or as everyday citizens, actively debating and discussing the principles that shaped the nation’s founding liberty, justice, and democracy. By donning period- appropriate costumes and utilizing authentic props, students are transported back to the era of the American Revolution developing a deeper, more personal understanding of the ideals that continue to influence American society.

Understanding the Founding Principles

1. Historical Context: By engaging in period-specific activities, students gain a deeper understanding of the historical context in which the Founding Principles were developed. They learn about the social, political, and economic conditions of the 18th century, including the challenges faced by the colonists and the reasons behind the push for independence.

2. Critical Thinking and Debate: Students develop critical thinking skills as they analyze historical events, debates, and decisions. They learn to articulate and defend different viewpoints, understand the complexities of governance, and consider the ethical implications of political decisions.

3. Historical Empathy: The immersive nature of the experience helps students develop empathy for the people of the past. By experiencing the challenges and decisions of the 18th century, they better understand the human aspect of history and the motivations behind the Founding Fathers’ actions.

4. Application of Historical Lessons: Finally, students learn to apply the lessons of history to contemporary issues. They explore how the Founding Principles can be used to address modern challenges, fostering a sense of relevance and continuity between the past and the present.