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. The monument plans to host Teacher Workshops twice a year as well. Schools that are interested in any of these educational opportunities should contact:
Tina Miller
Education Coordinator
Homestead National Monument of America
402-223-3514
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Did You Know?
To "Prove up" a homestead the owner was required to make improvements including building a home and break the soil and plant a crop.
-- Homestead National Monument of America