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Contact: Pat Ferrell, Education Specialist, Richmond National Battlefield Park
Telephone: 804-771-2018
Recommended Grade Levels: 1st - 12th
Admission: All programs are FREE.
Programs Available (See park map for locations):
- Civil War Trunk(4th - 12th grade): This trunk is available for classroom use and is designed as a hands-on classroom introduction to the Civil War. It contains a 6 - foot poster timeline that highlights Civil War Richmond, as well as a teacher guide, student activity sheets, Civil War videos and tapes of period music which convey the feeling of those involved in the war. Uniforms, equipment, and other Civil War items for the students to try-on will complement your classroom teaching. Due back to the park after 2 weeks in your classroom. (On-site at the school)
- The Cannon’s Roar (4th - 12th grade): Artillery played a critical role in the Civil War. To understand the importance of cannon and the mathematics necessary to operate them, students role-play an 8-member artillery crew with historically accurate equipment in this 30 minute program. Students will investigate and explore a cannon that was made at Tredegar Iron Works and used during the Civil War. (Tredegar Iron Works)
- Treasures at Tredegar (4th - 8th grade): The city of Richmond center of governmental, political, social, economic, military and industrial activity was important to both the North and the South. During this 2 hour program at Tredegar Iron Works, students will gain a better understanding of Richmond’s vital role during the Civil War as they participate in a treasure hunt, view a Civil War film and use an interactive battle map table. (Tredegar Iron Works)
- Walk the Plank (4th - 12th grade): This 1 hour teacher guided activity explores the footbridge and observation deck on Brown’s Island. Students will locate and read primary sources, engraved on the planks of the bridge, which relate to the evacuation of Richmond in April 1865. The quotes from the home front and the military front will tell the stories of a diverse population as they witnessed the final days of the war in Richmond. Students will gather information to answer questions, compare and contrast relationships and formulate conclusions. (Brown’s Island across from Tredegar Iron Works)
- Civil War Richmond (6th - 8th grade): This 2 hour ranger-guided program is designed for middle school students. Students will explore the causes, events and effects of the Civil War. Students will create a time line, hear voices of the war from the perspectives of Union and Confederate soldiers, women and slaves, and identify the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments to the Constitution. (Tredegar Iron Works)
- Tredegar as an Industrial Site (9th - 12th grade): This 1 hour program explores the importance of Tredegar’s contribution to the industrial development of Richmond. Students will participate in a ranger-guided walking tour to learn the story of Tredegar Iron Works, the importance of waterpower to this site, and Richmond’s pivotal role in the Civil War. (Tredegar Iron Works)
- Mills, Waterwheels and Raceways (3rd grade): This 1 ½ hour program is designed especially for the 3rd grade. The James River and Kanawha Canal provided waterpower for Richmond’s early industry at Tredegar Iron Works where both black and white civilians were employed. Students participate in a ranger-guided tour of this site where they observe canals, mills, raceways, and waterwheels. Grid maps and models of Tredegar Iron Works will emphasize the importance of water to this site. (Tredegar Iron Works)
- Meet Mr. Lincoln (1st - 3rd grade): This 1 hour program will highlight the life of Abe Lincoln and his role in U.S. history. A black wool coat and Lincoln’s stove pipe hat will be used as props as a park ranger reads “Abe Lincoln’s Hat” by Martha Brenner. Students will view photographs and participate in activities to learn about our 16th president. A hands-on timeline of major events of the life of Mr. Lincoln will be highlighted. Bring a camera to take photos of students with Mr. Lincoln and his son Tad. (Tredegar Iron Works)
- The Common Soldier of the Civil War (4th - 12th grade): In this 1 hour presentation, a National Park Service Ranger provides a duffel bag of Civil War uniforms, equipment and items related to the everyday life of the common soldier. Students hear the stories of Union and Confederate soldiers who fought around the Richmond area as well as other major battles of the Civil War. (Tredegar Iron Works / Cold Harbor)
- History Hunt at Gaines’ Mill and Cold Harbor (4th - 12 grade): In this 3 hour ranger-guided tour, students will discuss and analyze how the Civil War affected individuals and families who lived on these battlefields and the home front. Students will explore the battlefields of Gaines’ Mill and Cold Harbor, located on Route 156 in Mechanicsville and meet a Civil War soldier. They will participate in walks, talks, mapping activities and tombstone rubbing.(Gaines’ Mill and Cold Harbor – Rt. 156 Mechanicsville)
- For Freedom and Honor (4th - 5th grade): In spite of the major obstacles African- American troops faced, they played a vital role in the Civil War. During this 2 hour ranger guided tour, students will explore Fort Harrison, hear about the battle know as Chaffin’s Farm, and learn about African-American involvement in the war. Photographs, letters and newspaper articles introduce students to the 14 African-Americans who were awarded the “Medal of Honor” for their outstanding bravery just 8 miles from Richmond. (Fort Harrison – Rt. 5 in Varina)
- Hospital on the Hill (4th - 5th grade): By exploring the Chimborazo Medical Museum, located on the site of the famous Chimborazo Hospital, students will learn about Confederate innovations, new roles for African-Americans and women, mid-19th century medicine, surgeons, nurses and the care of the soldier in this 1 ½ hour program. Students will view a film and participate in ranger-guided hands-on activities including mapping, role-playing and a medical hunt. (ChimborazoMedicalMuseum – 3215 E. Broad Street)
- Fields of Fire (4th - 5th grade): Ranger-guided walks and talks will introduce the students to a 17-year-old Confederate soldier and a 12-year-old Union drummer boy who fought at the battle of Malvern Hill. Students will learn about civilians living on the battlefield and discover the site of slave cabins that were an important battlefield landmark in this 1 ½ hour program. Artillery played an important role in this battle and students will participate in an 8-member artillery crew. (Malvern Hill – Rt. 156)
Standards of Learning:
History: 1.2, 2.11, 2.12, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.11, 3.12, VS.1, VS.7, VUS.7, VUS.8, USI.1, USI.9 and USI.10
Science: 3.2
English: 1.1, 3.1, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.6
Tour Length: Depends on program or combination of programs selected.
Guide Service Availability: All programs are ranger-guided.
Reservation Requirements: Contact Ranger Pat at 804 771-2018 or via email. Reservations fill up quickly, please book as soon as possible.
Facilities on Premises:
Restrooms/ Picnic area including tables and water fountain.
Please bring trash bags for clean-up.
Bookstore--Teachers may pre-order souvenir bags for the group.
Handicapped Provisions: Yes
Preparation and Follow-up Activities: Included in Free Program Teacher Guides. Richmond National Battlefield Park brochure with map also available to teachers upon request.
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