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Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
From Iowa To The World
- Type: Field Trips, Student Activities
- Locations: Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
- Grade Levels: Middle School: Sixth Grade through Eighth Grade
- Subject(s): Social Studies
How did daily life of a rural community in the 1870s and 1880s compare to our own daily lives? Did events of Herbert Hoover's childhood motivate his career in public service? What did Herbert Hoover do to be recognized as a good citizen of the world? A visit to historic buildings from President Hoover's childhood helps answer these questions.
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
Lessons Learned In West Branch
- Type: Field Trips, Student Activities
- Locations: Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
- Subject(s): Social Studies
How did Herbert Hoover’s early years in 19th century West Branch influence his character? Which character traits did he learn that made him a leader? Where do we get our own skills for success? A visit to historic buildings from President Hoover's childhood helps answer these questions.
African Burial Ground National Monument
Exploring the African Burial Ground
- Type: Field Trips
- Locations: African Burial Ground National Monument
- Grade Levels: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
- Subject(s): Social Studies
African Burial Ground trips consist of a 90 minute visit, which includes a site film, a ranger led discussion, and a tour of our memorial, as well as a chance to explore the exhibits in our visitor center. On-site visits are offered Tuesday-Saturday at 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 1 PM, and 2 PM and are limited to groups of 40 people or less.