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Homestead National Monument of America
For Teachers
 

Education Opportunities:

Homestead National Monument of America has developed Curriculum Based educational materials and activities intended for use during field trips to Homestead, visits by a National Park Ranger to the classroom, and use by the teacher in the classroom. Also learn about math materials that are available and about Teaching with Historic Places by going to Curriculum Materials. Homestead also provides Distance Learning opportunities. The monument plans to host Teacher Workshops twice a year as well. Schools that are interested in any of these educational opportunities should contact:

Tina Miller
Education Coordinator
Homestead National Monument of America
402-223-3514

 

 
Final Patent
Will you be surprised?
In which decade do you suppose the most homesteaders received their final patent?
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Palmer-Epard Cabin  

Did You Know?
Under the Homestead Act, 270 million acres of land, or 10% of the nation, was given away. The only monetary payment for each 160 acre claim was an $18 filing fee. -- Homestead National Monument of America
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Last Updated: April 02, 2009 at 12:30 EST