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Bennington Museum

The Bennington Museum offers rich and impressive collections that help to tell the story of Vermont whether it be through furniture, glass, pottery, or fine art. The educational programs at the Bennington Museum support the Common Core and the Vermont State Learning Standards and engage students in active, hands-on learning about art, history, and the natural world. Programs include Amazing Toys From Long Ago (K-2), The Art of Grandma Moses (K-6), Made in Vermont (3-12), and many more. The museum also offers a variety of programs for adults including lectures, workshops, concerts, and films.

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Hrs: Daily. 10AM - 5PM, Closed in January.

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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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ABOUT

Bennington Museum

Bennington Museum’s school programs complement and support classroom instruction and the Common Core and Vermont Framework standards through close examination of primary sources – objects and art – and by creating engaging hands-on experiences. Our programs support teachers’ goals by sparking curiosity, promoting critical and creative thinking, and encouraging communication among peers. Programs can take place at the museum, through outreach, or with rentable materials for use at schools, libraries, summer camps, and for homeschool groups.

contact info

Hrs: Daily. 10AM - 5PM, Closed in January.

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.

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