History is more relevant when it is experienced. Adults gain appreciation for the work of their ancestors and children are inspired to try chores, games, and crafts from the past.
At Landis Valley, children and adults learn new skills, trades, and crafts during multi-day summer camps and periodic classes, as well as one-day trips and lectures. Hands-On-History Days are fun for the younger set as they discover what life was like for children a century ago. Events like Civil War Days and Harvest Days bring history to life for visitors of all ages.
The museum is a great destination for public and homeschool field trips. too. Optional programs are tailored to Pennsylvania state and homeschool educational standards. Our education department also travels to schools. We give students a close-up view of Pennsylvania German history in the convenience of their own classrooms.
Landis Valley also caters to scout groups, with programs that fulfill requirements for loops, pins, and badges.
For more information about any of these educational opportunities at Landis Valley, visit any of the links to the left or call 717-569-0401.
Landis Valley offers year-round classes designed to bring you closer to history. While historic crafts and trades are the main focus, we periodically conduct trips to other sites and hold lectures giving you a deeper understanding of the impact the Pennsylvania Germans had on America.
From field trips to homeschool classes to scouting programs, there are many opportunities for children to learn history in a fun and hands-on way.
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