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Youth Tours of Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove take students through the flower garden, to the porch of the Main House and inside to view the West Parlor, gallery rooms, the “Old Studio,” and more. The program Thomas Cole and the Creative Process examines Cole's painting studio, and offers and in-depth history of the painter's life, the Hudson River School of Art, and the site itself. After, students will create original sketches and paintings of their experiences. Programs are available Wednesday-Friday during the months of May through October. Field trip must be reserved at least a month in advance.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies, Art.
topics covered:
Visual art, historical figures, sketching, crafts, history, American landscapes.
contact info
Name: Heather Paroubek, Education Manager
Phone: 518-943-7465 ext. 6
Email: [email protected]
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Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove
Learn what it was like to be an artist during the 19th century while exploring the America’s first art movement at the Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove. Born in 1801, Thomas Cole started the Hudson River School of painting, and produced notable works such as "The Voyage of Life." Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the home, step inside the studio, and see breathtaking views of the Catskill Mountain Range. Educational programs at the site focus on art, history, literature, and preservation. Special events are held on select days on-site.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
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Scouts
Scout groups can work on Art and Hiking badges at Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove. On a guided or self-guided tour, scouts will learn about Thomas Cole and the site itself during The Parlors, an immersive experience featuring multimedia renditions of the artist’s paintings, essays, and more. The site also offers self-guided hikes of landscapes depicted in Cole’s works, allowing scouts to explore landscape art in a unique way. Choose from an easy two-hour hike or a moderate four-hour hike. Check the website for upcoming guided hikes.
supports scout badges in:
Art, Physical Education.
topics covered:
Visual art, hiking, historical figures, sketching, crafts, history, landscapes, fitness.
contact info
Name: Heather Paroubek, Education Manager
Phone: 518-943-7465 ext. 6
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove
Learn what it was like to be an artist during the 19th century while exploring the America’s first art movement at the Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove. Born in 1801, Thomas Cole started the Hudson River School of painting, and produced notable works such as "The Voyage of Life." Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the home, step inside the studio, and see breathtaking views of the Catskill Mountain Range. Educational programs at the site focus on art, history, literature, and preservation. Special events are held on select days on-site.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>
Camp
Summer camp groups can enjoy tours, programs, and hikes at Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove. Youth Tours of the site allow campers to see the Main House, Old Studio, and New Studio. Programs offers and in-depth history of the Thomas Cole’s life, the Hudson River School of Art, the site itself and more. Campers will have the chance to spend time creating original sketches and paintings of their experiences. Camp groups can also take hikes of the landscapes that inspired Cole’s work during their visit. Field trips must be booked at least a month in advance.
contact info
Name: Heather Paroubek, Education Manager
Phone: 518-943-7465 ext. 6
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove
Learn what it was like to be an artist during the 19th century while exploring the America’s first art movement at the Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove. Born in 1801, Thomas Cole started the Hudson River School of painting, and produced notable works such as "The Voyage of Life." Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the home, step inside the studio, and see breathtaking views of the Catskill Mountain Range. Educational programs at the site focus on art, history, literature, and preservation. Special events are held on select days on-site.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>
Homeschool
Homeschoolers can take Youth Tours of Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove, which includes visits to the flower garden, the porch of the Main House, the West Parlor, gallery rooms, the “Old Studio,” and more. Programs allow homeschoolers to examines Cole's painting studio, and offers and in-depth history of the painter's life, the Hudson River School of Art, and the site itself. Sketching and painting activities are also available. Homeschool groups interested in exploring the scenery that inspired Cole’s work can take a self-guided hike of the landscape. Check the website for upcoming guided hikes. Field trip reservations must be made at least a month in advance.
topics covered:
Social studies, visual art, historical figures, sketching, crafts, history, American landscapes, physical education, fitness.
contact info
Name: Heather Paroubek, Education Manager
Phone: 518-943-7465 ext. 6
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove
Learn what it was like to be an artist during the 19th century while exploring the America’s first art movement at the Thomas Cole National Historic Site at Cedar Grove. Born in 1801, Thomas Cole started the Hudson River School of painting, and produced notable works such as "The Voyage of Life." Students, scouts, homeschoolers, and campers can take a tour of the home, step inside the studio, and see breathtaking views of the Catskill Mountain Range. Educational programs at the site focus on art, history, literature, and preservation. Special events are held on select days on-site.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Historic Site Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed; Boston’s Old State House, where the Boston Massacre and the American Revolution began; Washington D.C.’s National Mall, where Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech; Virginia’s Jamestown settlement, the country’s first colony; Charleston’s Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired; New York’s Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants were introduced to their new home. All of these sites, significant to America’s history, can be visited, toured, and admired. While visiting one of the many historical sites around the country, consider the importance in preserving these sites.
View Lesson Plan>>