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School

School groups can learn the history of the building and the artwork inside of it. Students can view architecture, sculpture, furnishings, and painted portraits of key political and historical figures in the Hall of Governors, as well as military leader portraits in Legislative Hall. Students also learn about the two party system and the legislative process. Visitors can even watch the Legislature in session from balconies in both the House and Senate Chambers to see and hear legislation being debated and voted upon.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.

topics covered:
American History, American Revolution, Architecture, Art, Colonial American History, Government, Painting.

contact info
Name: Capitol Tour Information/Reservation Desk
Phone: 302-739-9194

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 30 min.–1 hr. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available, Snacks, Beverages. Cost: Free Title I or Financial Support: N/A Accessible To: PD.

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Delaware Capitol

Increase your knowledge of Delaware’s history at the Delaware Capitol. Groups can take a tour of the Legislative Hall, a Georgian-style building that has been the home of Delaware’s General Assembly since 1933. Groups will marvel at the building’s Colonial Revival architecture as they tour the West Entryway, House Chamber, Senate Chamber, and Governor’s Ceremonial Office. Groups must call in advance to schedule a tour.

contact info

Hrs: Weekdays, 8:00AM-430PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Historic Site Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.

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Scouts

Scout troops can learn the history of the building and the artwork inside of it. Scouts can view architecture, sculpture, furnishings, and painted portraits of key political and historical figures in the Hall of Governors, as well as military leader portraits in Legislative Hall. Scouts also learn about the two party system and the legislative process, and can even watch the Legislature in session to see and hear legislation being debated and voted upon. A field trip to the Delaware Capitol supports the American Heritage merit badge.

supports scout badges in:
Social Studies.

topics covered:
American Heritage, American Revolution, Architecture, Art, Colonial American History, Painting.

contact info
Name: Capitol Tour Information/Reservation Desk
Phone: 302-739-9194

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 30 min.–1 hr. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available, Snacks, Beverages. Cost: Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Delaware Capitol

Increase your knowledge of Delaware’s history at the Delaware Capitol. Groups can take a tour of the Legislative Hall, a Georgian-style building that has been the home of Delaware’s General Assembly since 1933. Groups will marvel at the building’s Colonial Revival architecture as they tour the West Entryway, House Chamber, Senate Chamber, and Governor’s Ceremonial Office. Groups must call in advance to schedule a tour.

contact info

Hrs: Weekdays, 8:00AM-430PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Historic Site Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.

View Lesson Plan>>

Camp

Camp groups can learn the history of the building and the artwork inside of it. Campers can view architecture, sculpture, furnishings, and painted portraits of key political and historical figures in the Hall of Governors, as well as military leader portraits in Legislative Hall. Campers can also learn about the two party system and the legislative process, and they can even watch the Legislature in session to see and hear legislation being debated and voted upon.

topics covered:
American History, American Revolution, Architecture, Art, Colonial American History, Government, Painting.

contact info
Name: Capitol Tour Information/Reservation Desk
Phone: 302-739-9194

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 30 min.–1 hr. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available, Snacks, Beverages. Cost: Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Delaware Capitol

Increase your knowledge of Delaware’s history at the Delaware Capitol. Groups can take a tour of the Legislative Hall, a Georgian-style building that has been the home of Delaware’s General Assembly since 1933. Groups will marvel at the building’s Colonial Revival architecture as they tour the West Entryway, House Chamber, Senate Chamber, and Governor’s Ceremonial Office. Groups must call in advance to schedule a tour.

contact info

Hrs: Weekdays, 8:00AM-430PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Historic Site Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.

View Lesson Plan>>

Homeschool

Homeschool groups can learn the history of the building and the artwork inside of it. Students can view architecture, sculpture, furnishings, and painted portraits of key political and historical figures in the Hall of Governors, as well as military leader portraits in Legislative Hall. Students can also learn about the two party system and the legislative process, and they can watch the Legislature in session to see and hear legislation being debated and voted upon.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.

topics covered:
American History, American Revolution, Architecture, Art, Colonial American History, Government, Painting.

contact info
Name: Capitol Tour Information/Reservation Desk
Phone: 302-739-9194

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours. Recomm. Length of Visit: 30 min.–1 hr. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Online, Phone. Food Options: Bring your own, Picnic area available, Snacks, Beverages. Cost: Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Delaware Capitol

Increase your knowledge of Delaware’s history at the Delaware Capitol. Groups can take a tour of the Legislative Hall, a Georgian-style building that has been the home of Delaware’s General Assembly since 1933. Groups will marvel at the building’s Colonial Revival architecture as they tour the West Entryway, House Chamber, Senate Chamber, and Governor’s Ceremonial Office. Groups must call in advance to schedule a tour.

contact info

Hrs: Weekdays, 8:00AM-430PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Historic Site Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.

View Lesson Plan>>