FIELD TRIPS
At the Old Barracks Museum, groups can go back in time to 1777 and learn about the trials and tribulations faced by soldiers in Washington’s army and other people who lived in New Jersey. Witness a weapons demonstration, and learn about 18th-century medicine. Students can then hear an account of the Battle of Trenton or meet with a Loyalist who challenges their readiness to join General Washington. Workshops can be added on to the program, and include colonial clothing, children's toys, the experience of women and African Americans, and the French & Indian War. Cost varies, begins at $6. Groups unable to visit can reserve an outreach program, where a costumed staff member visits their location and demonstrates aspects of colonial life.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
American History, Colonial History, French & Indian War, Government, Presidents, State History, Revolutionary War.
contact info
Name: Lauren Ronaghan.
Phone: 609-396-1776
Email: [email protected]
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Old Barracks Museum
The Old Barracks Museum is a popular destination for schools and groups who are interested in learning about New Jersey’s role during the American Revolution. Originally built in 1758, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. Today, the Old Barracks Museum welcomes student groups from across the state to learn about its history through first-person interpretive programming and group tours.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM. Last tour at 4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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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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FIELD TRIPS
Scout groups can register for the Meet the Past program at the Old Barracks Museum to learn about Washington’s army, colonial life, and more. Activities will allow scouts to meet with costumed interpreters, dress as soldiers, observe a weapons demonstration, tour exhibits, and more. The museum also offers overnight camp-ins, where scouts can spend the night in the soldiers’ bunks, cook over an open fire, and more. Groups unable to visit can reserve an outreach program, where a costumed staff member visits their location and demonstrates aspects of colonial life.
supports scout badges in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
American History, Colonial History, French & Indian War, Government, Presidents, State History, Revolutionary War.
contact info
Name: Lauren Ronaghan
Phone: 609-396-1776
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Old Barracks Museum
The Old Barracks Museum is a popular destination for schools and groups who are interested in learning about New Jersey’s role during the American Revolution. Originally built in 1758, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. Today, the Old Barracks Museum welcomes student groups from across the state to learn about its history through first-person interpretive programming and group tours.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM. Last tour at 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>>
FIELD TRIPS
Groups can register for the Meet the Past program at the Old Barracks Museum to learn about Washington’s army, colonial life, and more. Activities will allow campers to meet with costumed interpreters, dress as soldiers, observe a weapons demonstration, tour exhibits, and more. The museum also offers overnight camp-ins, where campers can spend the night in the soldiers’ bunks, cook over an open fire, and more. Groups unable to visit can reserve an outreach program, where a costumed staff member visits their location and demonstrates aspects of colonial life.
topics covered:
American History, Colonial History, French & Indian War, Government, Presidents, State History, Revolutionary War.
contact info
Name: Lauren Ronaghan
Phone: 609-396-1776
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Old Barracks Museum
The Old Barracks Museum is a popular destination for schools and groups who are interested in learning about New Jersey’s role during the American Revolution. Originally built in 1758, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. Today, the Old Barracks Museum welcomes student groups from across the state to learn about its history through first-person interpretive programming and group tours.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM. Last tour at 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>>
FIELD TRIPS
Homeschool groups can visit the Old Barracks Museum to learn about its history in colonial times through the Revolutionary and French and Indian Wars. Pre- and post-visit activities are available online. Groups of 15 or more can register for the Meet the Past program to experience what life was like for soldiers in Washington’s army, and to learn about colonial life with costumed interpreters. Groups unable to visit can reserve an outreach program, where a costumed staff member visits their location and demonstrates aspects of colonial life.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies
topics covered:
American History, Colonial History, French & Indian War, Government, Presidents, State History, Revolutionary War.
contact info
Name: Lauren Ronaghan
Phone: 609-396-1776
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Old Barracks Museum
The Old Barracks Museum is a popular destination for schools and groups who are interested in learning about New Jersey’s role during the American Revolution. Originally built in 1758, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. Today, the Old Barracks Museum welcomes student groups from across the state to learn about its history through first-person interpretive programming and group tours.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM. Last tour at 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>>
FAMILY OUTINGS
Families can visit the Old Barracks Museum colonial life and politics, New Jersey state history, and more. Witness a weapons demonstration, learn about 18th-century medicine, hear an account of the Battle of Trenton, or meet with a Loyalist. Special events occur year-round at the museum, including the Battles of Trenton Reenactments during the annual Trenton Patriots Week.
topics covered:
American History, Colonial History, French & Indian War, Government, Presidents, State History, Revolutionary War.
contact info
Phone: 609-396-1776
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Old Barracks Museum
The Old Barracks Museum is a popular destination for schools and groups who are interested in learning about New Jersey’s role during the American Revolution. Originally built in 1758, the Old Barracks bore witness to the Battles of Trenton and was later used as a Revolutionary War army hospital. Today, the Old Barracks Museum welcomes student groups from across the state to learn about its history through first-person interpretive programming and group tours.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Sat. 10AM-5PM. Last tour at 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>>