Educational Resources Guide

Educational Opportunities Guide

Museum Adventures Guidelines

· Museum Adventure programs consist of duplicate sessions over one or two days. Please register for the session time that best fits your schedule.
· Museum Adventures programs are $2 per student for grades K-5; $4 per student for grades 6-12.
· Scholarships are available for classes or individuals based on economic need. Please indicate on your registration.
· One (1) adult admission per four (4) students is free. Additional adults are $13 each.
· You will receive a confirmation & invoice when your program is scheduled. Payment by purchase order/voucher, credit card, or check is due upon arrival.
· Note the registration deadline below each description for each program.
· Please be courteous, if neccessary to cancel your visit please give two (2) weeks notice, so another school as the opportunity to fill your spot. Cancellations made withing two (2) weeks of the program are refundable, minus $20.00 processing fee per class.
· If a Museum Adventures program is cancelled by the BBHC, all fees are refunded.

American Indian Heritage Celebration

Celebrate the history and cultural traditions of American Indian peoples through storytelling, demonstrations, and performances. These sessions are offered for grades 3 - 5 only. Registration deadline is October 1, 2007. $2 per student.

· Session 1 Thursday, October 25, 2007 - 9:30-11:30 a.m.
· Session 2 Thursday, October 25, 2007 - 12:30-2:30 p.m.
· Session 3 Friday, October 26, 2007 - 9:00-11:00 a.m.
· Session 4 Friday, October 26, 2007 - 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Buffalo Bill's Birthday Celebration

Honor the namesake of The Buffalo Bill Historical Center. With hands-on activities and live performances, students have fun and learn about the life of Buffalo Bill and the history of the West. These sessions are offered for grades 3 - 5 only. Registration deadline is February 1, 2008. $2 per student. Addresses State Standards 4.4.2 (K-4)

· Session 1 Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 9:30-11:30a.m.
· Session 2 Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 12:30-2:30p.m.
· Session 3 Friday, February 22, 2008 - 9:00-11:00a.m.
· Session 4 Friday, February 22, 2008 - 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Cowboy Songs and Range Traditions

Enjoy traditional cowboy music at its best as students attend performances by professional singers/songwriters. Through songs and interactive demonstrations, students learn about the cowboy culture. These sessions are offered for grade 3 - 5 only. Registration deadline is March 15, 2008. $2 per student. Addresses State Standards FA.4.3.1(4) FA.4.4.4(4)

· Session 1 Wednesday, April 9, 2008 - 9:30-11:30 a.m.
· Session 2 Wednesday, April 9, 2008 - 12:30-2:30 p.m.
· Session 3 Thursday, April 10, 2008 - 9:00-11:0 a.m.
· Session 4 Thursday, April 10, 2008 - 12:00-2:00p.m.

Greater Yellowstone Adventure

Explore and discover the natural history of the Greater Yellowstone region at the Draper Museum of Natural History.Through interactive and hands-on demonstrations, activities, and programs, learn about the plants, animals, and geology that make this region unique. These sessions are offered for grade 3 - 5 only. Registration deadline is April 1, 2008. $2 per student.Addresses State Standards in Science.

· Session 1 Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - 9:30-11:30 a.m.
· Session 2 Wednesday, April 30, 2008 - 12:30-2:30 p.m.
· Session 3 Thursday, May 1, 2008 - 9:00-11:00a.m.
· Session 4 Thursday, May 1, 2008 - 12:00-2:00 p.m.

NEW! Art Life Museum Adventure

Looking for new ways to celebrate art? Professional artists share their talents through artistic example, hands-on art activities, and relevant experiences. Students learn how to appreciate art, take a tour of the galleries, and practice their art in fun, creative and relevant workshops. Grades 9-12 only. $4 per student. Supported in part by a grant from the Wyoming Arts Council through funding from the Wyoming State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes a great nation deserves great art. Addresses State Standards FA.11.1.1, 11.21-2, 11.4.1, 11.4.3

· Session 1 Thurs., October 18, 2007 - 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

NEW! Young Explorers: I Spy Art

Specifically designed for younger grades. Children have a great time discovering their inner artist through an art scavenger hunt, art projects, and learning how art influences their lives. Grades K-2. Deadline for registration is November 1, 2007. $2 per student. Adresses State Benchmarks 4.1.1 (K-2), 4.4.1 (K-2), FA.4.1.3(2), FA.4.3.1(2)

· Session 1 Friday, November 16, 2007 - 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
· Session 2 Friday, November 16, 2007 - 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

NEW! Young Explorers: Natural History

Specifically designed for younger grades. Children have a great time exploring the natural history of our region through fun and educational activities, demonstrations and programs. Grades K-2. Deadline for registration is April 1, 2008. $2 per student. Addresses State Benchmarks in Science.

· Session 1 Friday, April 25, 2008 - 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
· Session 2 Friday, April 25, 2008 - 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

NEW! Art Life Museum Adventure

Looking for new ways to celebrate art? Professional artists share their talent through artistic example, hands-on activities, and relevant experiences. Students learn how to appreciate art, tour the galleries, and practice their art in fun, creative, and relvant workshops. Grades 6-8. Deadling for registration is March 1, 2008. $4 per student. Supported in part by a grant from the Wyoming Arts Council through funding from the Wyoming State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes a great nation deserves great art. Addresses State Standards FA.8.1.1, 8.4.1, 8.4.3, 8.3.2

· Session 1 Thurs., March 6, 2008 - 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Register online for Museum Adventures or call (307) 578-4097 to request a form available by fax. Space is very limited - please make reservations in advance.