Homestead National Monument of America has developed Curriculum Based educational materials and activities intended for use during field trips to Homestead, visits by a National Park Ranger to the classroom, and use by the teacher in the classroom. Also learn about math materials that are available and about Teaching with Historic Places by going to Curriculum Materials. Homestead also provides Distance Learning opportunities. Schools that are interested in any of these educational opportunities should contact:
Education Coordinator
Homestead National Monument of America
402-223-3514
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Did You Know?
Women were allowed to own the deed to 160 acres of land under the Homestead Act, 60 years before they earned the right to vote.
-- Homestead National Monument of America