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The General John A. Logan Museum's permanent exhibit chronicles Logan's life from his birth in 1826 in rural "Egypt" (Southern Illinois) to his death in Washington D.C. in 1886. It fills six rooms and is divided into four themes- Young Logan, Logan the Democrat, The Civil War, and Logan the Republican. Students can learn about politics and 19th century history through artifacts and displays.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
Civil War, Political Science, Civics, Heritage.
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General John A. Logan Museum
The General John A. Logan Museum celebrates one of the most noteworthy nineteenth century Americans to escape notice in the 20th and 21st centuries. Among his legacies are modern veterans' benefits and Memorial Day. His advocacy of equality for African Americans and women was well ahead of his time. The museum also celebrates the role of "Egypt" (Southern Illinois) in the Civil War, provides educational and cultural programs, and is a gateway for regional tourism.
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Hrs: Tue.-Sat. 10AM-4PM, Sun. 1-4PM.
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History Museum Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.
History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.
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The General John A. Logan Museum's permanent exhibit chronicles Logan's life from his birth in 1826 in rural "Egypt" (Southern Illinois) to his death in Washington D.C. in 1886. It fills six rooms and is divided into four themes- Young Logan, Logan the Democrat, The Civil War, and Logan the Republican. Scouts can learn about politics and 19th century history through artifacts and displays.
supports scout badges in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
Civil War, Political Science, Civics, Heritage.
INFO
ABOUT
General John A. Logan Museum
The General John A. Logan Museum celebrates one of the most noteworthy nineteenth century Americans to escape notice in the 20th and 21st centuries. Among his legacies are modern veterans' benefits and Memorial Day. His advocacy of equality for African Americans and women was well ahead of his time. The museum also celebrates the role of "Egypt" (Southern Illinois) in the Civil War, provides educational and cultural programs, and is a gateway for regional tourism.
contact info
Hrs: Tue.-Sat. 10AM-4PM, Sun. 1-4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
History Museum Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.
History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.
View Lesson Plan>>
Home School
The General John A. Logan Museum's permanent exhibit chronicles Logan's life from his birth in 1826 in rural "Egypt" (Southern Illinois) to his death in Washington D.C. in 1886. It fills six rooms and is divided into four themes- Young Logan, Logan the Democrat, The Civil War, and Logan the Republican. Students can learn about politics and 19th century history through artifacts and displays.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
Civil War, Political Science, Civics, Heritage.
INFO
ABOUT
General John A. Logan Museum
The General John A. Logan Museum celebrates one of the most noteworthy nineteenth century Americans to escape notice in the 20th and 21st centuries. Among his legacies are modern veterans' benefits and Memorial Day. His advocacy of equality for African Americans and women was well ahead of his time. The museum also celebrates the role of "Egypt" (Southern Illinois) in the Civil War, provides educational and cultural programs, and is a gateway for regional tourism.
contact info
Hrs: Tue.-Sat. 10AM-4PM, Sun. 1-4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
History Museum Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
A history museum or historical museum is a museum dedicated to presenting artifacts and exhibits reflecting the history of a particular nation, local level or a specific historical prospective or period.
History museums and historic houses or sites constitute the largest number of museums in the United States.
View Lesson Plan>>