Architecture and Design Class
The Durham Museum is one of the best examples of original Art Deco architecture and design in the nation. This class is designed to use the magnificent Union Station building, as well as the museum's premier permanent exhibits, as a learning tool. Students will learn how an Omaha Earth Lodge was made; the characteristics of other early housing in our city, and the mysteries behind designing the Trans-Mississippi. The use of photos from our Photo Archives will help in illustrating the growth of our community. Tour Length: 1.5 hours
Cost per student: $4.00 for DEA members, $5.00 for non-members
Guided Tour
This guided tour will lead students through hundreds of years of area history while exploring museum exhibitions. The tour includes information on the history of the building, and winds through restored train cars, into a Native American Earth Lodge and teepee, through recreated early Omaha city homes, and to the Trans-Mississippi Exposition of 1898. This is a free tour. Tour Length: 1 hour
Cost per student: $4.00 for DEA members, $5.00 for non-members
Native American Life
Did you know that over 14 different Native American tribes came through the Omaha area? Or that the Omaha tribe had two different housing styles and certain words were pronounced differently based on whether you were a boy or girl? Find out about the trial of Standing Bear, Omaha's history, and more in this informational class. Tour Length: 1.5 hours
Cost per student: $4.00 for DEA members, $5.00 for non-members
Omaha History Class
Our innocent little town was founded in 1854, with only 24 permanent residents calling it home. How did our city go from a population of 24 to today? What bumps and hurdles did we overcome to make Omaha one of the fastest growing cities in the Midwest? Hands on artifacts, photos, and stories help students to better understand the rapid growth and maturity of our little river front town. Tour Length: 1.5 hours
Cost per student: $4.00 for DEA members, $5.00 for non-members
Primary & Secondary Resources Workshop
By using the exhibits and the museum's Photo Archives, students are able to better understand what primary and secondary resources are and how to use them. This is a great tie-in for those who are interested in History Day. Tour Length: 1.5 hours
Cost per student: $4.00 for DEA members, $5.00 for non-members
Traveling Exhibit Tour
Give your class a great opportunity to explore some of the nation's top exhibits. Resources for pre and post visit activities are available for most tours. Tour Length: 1.5 hours
Cost per student: $4.00 for DEA members, $5.00 for non-members
History Day Competition (For Grades 6-12)
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
National History Day is an education program that engages students in the process of discovery and interpretation of historical topics. Students produce dramatic performances, imaginative exhibits, multimedia documentaries, research papers and unique Web sites that relate to an annual theme. The theme for 2010 is “Innovation in History: Impact and Change”. More information can be found by going to www.nationalhistoryday.org or by call (402)444-5027.
Registration opens for teachers/sponsors: December 16, 2009
Registration opens for students: January 13, 2010
Registration deadline: February 17, 2010
Paper/Website deadline: February 22, 2010 (No late entries will be accepted)
Entry Fee: $15 per student