Hello! We are very excited to announce our next homeschool activity day here at the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum. Please note: space is limited - pre-registration is required. A registration form is attached, to be filled out & returned to us (by email, or fax at 904-808-1248) . We will need a credit card number to reserve your spot. Please pass this email along to any other homeschool groups you think may be interested. Our contact info follows, if you would like to find out more about our special programs.
Civil War at Sea - Wednesday November 18, 2009: 10:00 - 12:00 & 1:00 & 3:00
$5.00 per student (ages 2 - 17) / $6.00 per adult
November 18, 2009
Ages 2-17
Meet local heroes, see sunken ships, hear tales of bravery, and secrets of survival during the Civil War. This program will address Sunshine Standards in the areas of Language Arts, Social Studies, Music, Science, and the Arts.
Station One: Songs of the Civil War A participatory presentation of songs and stories that look into our maritime heritage especially as it relates to the Civil War lead by Chris Kastle our Director of Education, an internationally acclaimed performer.
Station Two: Waiting Ashore See the war from the point of view of a young lady in St. Augustine waiting for her betrothed to come home. Learn about the clothes of the day and learn how to do the Virginia Reel from Susan Graffweg, our Educator and also a long-time historic interpreter.
Station Three: Entering the Harbor Students will learn about the historic challenges of navigating the St. Augustine Coast with one of our highly trained docents and be able to see the coastline as it now appears when they climb the tower.
Station Four: Ships of the Civil War Students will learn about the technological advances that changed the face of naval warfare through a story and comprehension exercise.
We are limited to 60 students per time, so be sure to reserve your place early!
We look forward to hearing from you!
Susan Graffweg
St. Augustine Lighthouse & Museum
81 Lighthouse Avenue
St. Augustine, FL 32080
904.829.0745 x 223
sgraffweg@staugusti nelighthouse. com
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