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Educational
Outreach Programs
The Folsom History Museum’s education outreach program, Museum Adventures:
Pioneers in the Classroom, is designed as an interactive “traveling trunk”
presentation. A costumed Living History volunteer, dressed as a character from
Folsom’s history, visits a school with a trunk containing belongings similar to
ones used by early pioneers. This program brings history alive for students by
giving them a greater understanding and appreciation of what life was like for
an early pioneer. These programs are created to complement the curriculum
standards of the California Board of Education, utilize the unique resources of
the Museum’s artifact collection, and inspire students to reach a new
understanding of California’s heritage
Since 2001, the Museum has offered its program entitled Trails & Tales about
Nancy Kelsey, the first American woman to enter California by the overland
route. In first person narrative, using authentic museum artifacts, “Nancy”
relates stories about the first overland crossing, first impressions of the
Folsom area and details of what it was like to be a settler. In 2002, due to the
overwhelming positive response from teachers, the Museum expanded this program
with a Mission Moments. Mission Moments demonstrates many of the cultural,
economic and environmental changes in California brought about by Spanish
colonization and the mission system. Indeed, the Folsom area was once part of a
large Mexican land grant owned by William Leidesdorff. In 2003, we launched,
Folsom Foundations. The program explore the early settlers, the impact of the
Gold Rush and how Folsom became a permanent community.
We offer outreach programs for schools in the following areas: Folsom, Rancho
Cordova, Fair Oaks, El Dorado Hills and Gold River. Our programs meet the
California History and Social Science Standards for “understanding our ancestors
from long ago”, “understanding the new nations westward expansion” and
“discovering our past and our traditions”. Trails and Tales, designed for 3rd
graders, tells the story of Nancy and Ben Kelsey and their cross-country trek to
1841 California. Mission Moments, for 4th grades, discusses the Spanish
colonization in California by using the Mission system. Folsom Foundations, for
5th graders, explores our local heritage. There is a charge for these programs.
Each presentation takes 1 1/2 hour. Brochures on the programs are available.
If you are interested in booking a presentation please call the Museum at
916-985-2707 or
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August 2 Noon-3pm Book Signing - The Golden Hub,
Sacramento
Jody Hornor, co-author of The Golden Hub, Sacramento, will be on
hand to show, explain and sign The Golden Hub, Sacramento. This
probably the most important book ever written about Sacramento. The text
utilizes the 1880 Thompson & West book for its core, then pulls together
first hand accounts of life in Sacramento from the diaries and letters of
dozens of early miners and settlers. It also has c. 1860 newspaper
accounts from the Sacramento Bee, The Union and the Folsom Telegraph. With
a restored 19th century photo on every page, this book brings 19th century
Sacramento to life in a way no other book has ever done.
August 1- September 30 Annual Antique
Quilt and Vintage Clothing Show Treasures from the Truck is
this years theme. Our amazing show offer over 40 antique handmade quilts
which are beautiful celebration of artwork, love and patience. The ever
popular and captivating Crazy Quilts will be our focus with a special lecture
and workshop about them on August 15 & 22. The vintage clothing will
feature children's clothing and accessories. Show open daily from 11- 4.
August 15 or 23 Lecture and Workshop Join
Francess McCleerey for an informative lecture on the history and importance of
Crazy Quilts as well as a hands on demonstrative workshop. Both classes offer
the same program and are in the morning. Due to space restriction, we are
limiting the group to 50 participates. The cost is $30 per person.
Until August 28 Thursday Nights at the Interpretive
Area Watch history come alive at the Folsom History Interpretive
Area located next to the chamber at 196 Wool Street. The site will be open
from 6- 9 with a variety of activities for the whole family. Come walk around
the Market, eat at one of the many restaurants and explore history.
August 23 (9-4) and 24 (9- Noon) Forged Art Event World
renowned blacksmith, Brian Brazeal, visits Folsom to create art from metal
using a hammer and anvil. Samples of his art will be available. Event is open
to public for a small admission free. Members of the California Blacksmith
Association call Jeannette at 916-337-8831 for special package deal.
September 13, 7-11 pm Blue Grass Jam Bring
your banjos, fiddles and expect fun at this toe tapping event. This is not a
performance but an ongoing, multiple jam session. Any level of player is
welcome just bring your interest and the appropriate acoustic bluegrass
instrument Families should come to hear great music and stay for dinner at a
restaurant in the Historic District. Admission charged.
September 21, 8-4 Sutter Street Peddlers Faire Come
explore a variety of dealers ‘peddling" their wares at this annual
event. The Museum offers unusual donated items for sale in front. If you have
items you would like to donate for the sale, call the museum.
September 26-28 Gourd Festival at Folsom City Park Visit
the amazing artists and vendors at this popular event. The Museum will offer
many of is popular gift shop items. For more information see http://www.folsomgourdfestival.com
Ongoing Docent Training
We are looking for friendly, outgoing and flexible volunteers to train as
educational docents. We provide the training, you provide the fun. Call
Gaynell Wald, Education Coordinator @ 916-985-2707 or email her at education@FolsomHistoryMusuem.org
October - June Museum Tours and Outreach Programs
Book a tour or outreach program today. The Museum offers a wonderful
educational docent led tours. Tours can include other historic sites as well
as the museum. The
Museum Education Outreach program comes to your school. The schedule is flexible. There is a
small fee for these programs. Call the Museum to schedule today!
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