Education

Pioneer for a Day

This is our most popular program. It follows the grade 3 social studies curriculum but it is suited for everybody aged 6 and up. The activities included in this program are candle making, a textile craft, a general store tour, a one-room schoolhouse lesson, a village detective activity, and butter making.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grade 3 Social Studies Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: A1, A2, A3 Specific Expectations: A1.1, A1.3, A1.4, A2.1, A2.2, A2.4, A2.5, A2.6, A3.2, A3.3, A3.4, A3.5, A3.6, A3.8

Machines in Motion

This program follows the grade 2 “Structures and Mechanisms” strand in the science curriculum. During this program, students will learn about simple machines and how they are used in everyday life. Students will build, test, and race their own cars and planes by manipulating and combining simple machines.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grades 1-6 Science and Technology Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: D1, D2

Heritage Village Tour

A knowledgeable tour guide will lead you through the village and will share with you the history of the buildings and artifacts. You will have access to the interiors of most buildings including, but not limited to, the log cabins, the barber shop, the doctor’s office, the general store, the jail, the school house, the church, the train station, and Jack Miner’s House. This tour generally takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Transportation Museum Tour

A knowledgeable tour guide will lead you through the museum and will share with you the history of the vehicles and the automobile industry. The museum has 3 salons which have over 80 vehicles on display, our earliest vehicle dating back to the 1800s. This tour generally takes 1 hour.

Tours are available for groups of 10 or more any day of the week, year-round.
They must be booked in advance.

Support workers, and children 4 and under are free.

• Tours can be adapted for different ages and abilities
• Tours are offered in English and French based on volunteer availability
• Tours run rain or shine so please dress for the weather
• If you choose to eat at our 50s Diner, request to pre-order food through our Education Coordinator
• We ask that all tours are booked at least 2 weeks in advance

Pioneer for a Day

This is our most popular program. It follows the grade 3 social studies curriculum but it is suited for everybody aged 6 and up. The activities included in this program are candle making, a textile craft, a general store tour, a one-room schoolhouse lesson, a village detective activity, and butter making.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grade 3 Social Studies Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: A1, A2, A3 Specific Expectations: A1.1, A1.3, A1.4, A2.1, A2.2, A2.4, A2.5, A2.6, A3.2, A3.3, A3.4, A3.5, A3.6, A3.8

Nature Discovery

This program follows the “Life Systems” strand in the grades 1-6 science curriculum. It’s great for students of any age. It allows them to engage with their surroundings and develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural world. Students will get a chance to explore our nature trails, our pond, make no-waste bird feeders, and track their findings in a log book.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grades 1-6 Science and Technology Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: B1, B2

First Nations and Métis

This program follows the grade 11 First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies curriculum but it is suited for any age. This program allows you to explore the historic and contemporary culture of Indigenous people in this region. Students will engage with the program through hands-on learning. The program covers topics including farming, hunting, tool making, story telling, and other cultural practices.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grade 11 English: Understanding Contemporary First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Voices Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: A1, A2, A3, B1, B2, B3, C5 Specific Expectations: A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, A1.6, A2.3, A2.4, A2.5, A3.1, A3.3, B1.2, B1.3, B2.2, B2.4, B2.5, B2.6, B3.1, B3.2, B3.3, B3.4, C5.1, C5.2

Machines in Motion

This program follows the grade 2 “Structures and Mechanisms” strand in the science curriculum. During this program, students will learn about simple machines and how they are used in everyday life. Students will build, test, and race their own cars and planes by manipulating and combining simple machines.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grades 1-6 Science and Technology Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: D1, D2

Under the Hood

This program follows the grades 10, 11, and 12 Transportation Technology Curriculum. It includes a guided tour through the museum where you will learn about the history of the vehicles, the automobile industry, and the development of vehicle technology over time. This program also includes a tour of the museum’s garage and an information session about what goes into the care of historic vehicles.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grade 10, 11, and 12 Transportation Technology Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: A1, A2, A3, C2, D2 Specific Expectations: A1.1, A1.2, A1.3, A1.4, A1.5, A2.1, A2.2, A2.3, A3.1, A3.2, A3.3, A3.4, A3.5, C2.1, C2.2, C2.3, D2.1, D2.2, D2.3

Behind the Scenes at the Museum

This unique program is great for people who are interested in pursuing a career at a museum or gallery. It introduces all of the aspects that go into running a museum, including the preservation of artifacts and historic buildings, curating displays, and running events. You will have a chance to speak with the Curator and Education Coordinator to ask them any questions you have about their roles at the museum. This program also includes a guided tour through the village and museum.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Grades 9-12 Visual Arts Curriculum Expectations: Overall Expectations: B3 Specific Expectations: B3.1, B3.2, B3.3

Christmas Traditions

This seasonal program includes a variety of traditional Christmas activities such as making popcorn garland, making tree ornaments, making Christmas crackers, caroling, and putting on a pageant. It follows the grade 2 social studies curriculum by introducing students to pioneer holiday traditions and celebrations, and allows them to reflect on their holiday traditions. This program is available throughout the months of November and December.

Price: $7.50 per student. Chaperones are free.

Mobile Museum

Bring the Transportation Museum and Heritage Village to you! A knowledgeable historic interpreter will bring artifacts and an interactive activity to your retirement home, classroom, community center, or event. Participants will get a unique, hands-on educational experience. Historic activities may include butter making, weaving, pioneer toys, or a craft. Various topics and themes are available upon request.

Price: $140 for 1 hour, $210 for 2 hours