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School

Students will have the opportunity to delve into the history of Daniel Boone, discover the life of a pioneer, and learn about the Oley Valley. Educational programs at Daniel Boone Homestead allow students to engage with hands-on activities such as militia mustering, quill pen writing, butter making, and textile processing. Students can also explore ecology on overnight camping at Daniel Boone Homestead, using the site’s woodland and wetland environments. During Hands-On History Day, a three-day program in May, students can enjoy demonstrations and a variety of living history activities. Picnic areas are available for school group lunch.

supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.

topics covered:
Colonial America, pioneers, early settlers, migration, science, ecology, agriculture, architecture, historical figures, culture.

contact info
Name: Office
Phone: 610-582-4900

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 25 maximum. Program Type: Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 45 minutes-1 night. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Outdoor seating. Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Daniel Boone Homestead

Visit Daniel Boone Homestead, birthplace of American pioneer and frontiersman Daniel Boone. Located in Birdsboro, the 579-acre historic site, allows groups to explore the story of Daniel Boone’s youth in Pennsylvania’s Oley Valley. Field trips to Daniel Boone Homestead illuminate the daily lives of the region’s 18th-century settlers. On a tour, groups will see the Boone House, Bertolet Log Cabin, the Blacksmith Shop, Wayside Lodge, and other buildings. Exhibits on-site feature a video presentation of The Life and Times of Daniel Boone, artifacts related to Boone, and more. Hands-on history programs and overnight camping experiences are available for students, scouts, and homeschoolers. Living history demonstrations are held on select days throughout the year.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

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Living History Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Two hundred thousand Civil War soldiers were boys no older than 16, and an estimated 300 women were brave enough to disguise themselves as men and fight in the war. The average soldier weighed only 145 pounds due to poor diet, long marches, disease, and tough living, and earned between $13-$16 per month. Reading about these facts is interesting, but actually living them makes the information come alive. Living History Centers can allow students to experience how people lived during important historical eras, including enlisting as a soldier during the Civil War.

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Scouts

Scout groups can work on American Heritage, Nature, Hiking, and other badges while visiting Daniel Boone Homestead. As scouts tour the historic site, they’ll learn about pioneer life, the Oley Valley, and the culture of the 18th-century. In addition to participating in hands-on activities such as militia mustering, quill pen writing, butter making, and textile processing, scouts can enjoy recreational activities on-site. Scouts can study nature while hiking the trails around Daniel Boone Lake, go fishing, have a picnic, and even camp overnight.

supports scout badges in:
Social Studies.

topics covered:
Colonial America, pioneers, early settlers, migration, science, agriculture, architecture, historical figures, culture, nature.

contact info
Name: Office
Phone: 610-582-4900

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 25 maximum. Program Type: Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 45 minutes-1 night. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Outdoor seating. Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Daniel Boone Homestead

Visit Daniel Boone Homestead, birthplace of American pioneer and frontiersman Daniel Boone. Located in Birdsboro, the 579-acre historic site, allows groups to explore the story of Daniel Boone’s youth in Pennsylvania’s Oley Valley. Field trips to Daniel Boone Homestead illuminate the daily lives of the region’s 18th-century settlers. On a tour, groups will see the Boone House, Bertolet Log Cabin, the Blacksmith Shop, Wayside Lodge, and other buildings. Exhibits on-site feature a video presentation of The Life and Times of Daniel Boone, artifacts related to Boone, and more. Hands-on history programs and overnight camping experiences are available for students, scouts, and homeschoolers. Living history demonstrations are held on select days throughout the year.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Living History Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Two hundred thousand Civil War soldiers were boys no older than 16, and an estimated 300 women were brave enough to disguise themselves as men and fight in the war. The average soldier weighed only 145 pounds due to poor diet, long marches, disease, and tough living, and earned between $13-$16 per month. Reading about these facts is interesting, but actually living them makes the information come alive. Living History Centers can allow students to experience how people lived during important historical eras, including enlisting as a soldier during the Civil War.

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Homeschool

Homeschool groups dive deeper into the history of Daniel Boone, discover the life of a pioneer, and learn about the Oley Valley on field trips to Daniel Boone Homestead. Homeschoolers can participate in activities related to the culture of 18-century America such as militia mustering, quill pen writing, butter making, and textile processing. Homeschool groups can also explore ecology using the site’s natural setting during an overnight camping experience at Daniel Boone Homestead. Educational programs are customizable to ensure field trips meet your homeschool curriculum goals. Picnic areas are available.

topics covered:
Social studies, Colonial America, pioneers, early settlers, migration, science, ecology, agriculture, architecture, historical figures, culture.

contact info
Name: Office
Phone: 610-582-4900

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: 25 maximum. Program Type: Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Recomm. Length of Visit: 45 minutes-1 night. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Bring your own, Outdoor seating. Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

Daniel Boone Homestead

Visit Daniel Boone Homestead, birthplace of American pioneer and frontiersman Daniel Boone. Located in Birdsboro, the 579-acre historic site, allows groups to explore the story of Daniel Boone’s youth in Pennsylvania’s Oley Valley. Field trips to Daniel Boone Homestead illuminate the daily lives of the region’s 18th-century settlers. On a tour, groups will see the Boone House, Bertolet Log Cabin, the Blacksmith Shop, Wayside Lodge, and other buildings. Exhibits on-site feature a video presentation of The Life and Times of Daniel Boone, artifacts related to Boone, and more. Hands-on history programs and overnight camping experiences are available for students, scouts, and homeschoolers. Living history demonstrations are held on select days throughout the year.

contact info

Hrs: Vary.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Living History Lesson Plan

FUN FACTS

Two hundred thousand Civil War soldiers were boys no older than 16, and an estimated 300 women were brave enough to disguise themselves as men and fight in the war. The average soldier weighed only 145 pounds due to poor diet, long marches, disease, and tough living, and earned between $13-$16 per month. Reading about these facts is interesting, but actually living them makes the information come alive. Living History Centers can allow students to experience how people lived during important historical eras, including enlisting as a soldier during the Civil War.

View Lesson Plan>>