Homeschool History Days at Dumbarton House 2018-2019
Introduce students to our nation's past! Through hands-on programming at Dumbarton House, homeschool students ages 5-12 are invited to "travel back in time" 200 years and explore the early history of Washington D.C. Each program includes an interactive tour of the museum, snack, and an activity. Cost: $7 per student, $3 per adult.
1/31 Hands of Time: Welcome in the New Year and think about the passage of time at Dumbarton House.
2/28 Love Letter: Celebrate love and family as you learn more about the Nourse family.
3/28 Bygone Games: With their scavenger hunt and haversack, students will tour the museum to learn what life would have been like for children. Afterwards it’s time to learn and play period games!
4/25 Garden History & Fun: Step outside to discover how the Nourse family used the grounds of Dumbarton House, and some of the important plants still growing in our gardens.
5/30 Patriotism & Presidents: Students will discover patriotic images and symbols in Dumbarton House, and learn the history behind America’s symbols and traditions.