Thanksgiving break is almost here! Hang in there, teachers! In the meantime, we know how tough it can be to find accurate, engaging activities for your students-- we've been there.
With the Frazier Museum's staff of four educators, including three former classroom teachers, we collectively have over 25 years of teaching experience. We use that experience to incorporate innovative, inquiry-based learning into all of our programs: school visits, winter camps & summer camps, public programming and adult education.
We have more than 1,000 years worth of stories to tell! History has never been more exciting!
Email us with your suggestions and idea anytime. |
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2010 - 2011 School Programs Guide | |
Attention teachers!
Have you seen our 2010-2011 School Programs Guide? It's filled with exciting field trip opportunities, professional development days and more... we have something to offer everyone and every grade.
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Special Field Trip Opportunities | |
 Tuesday, December 14th &
Wednesday, December 15th
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
$5 per student
The Frazier Museum is putting the emphasis on "international" as we present a holiday tree display that celebrates Louisville's cultural diversity!
Beginning November 26 the Frazier Museum, in conjunction with Light Up Louisville, will be host to "Holidays Around the World," a spectacular display of international holiday traditions celebrated throughout Louisville's diverse communities. Seasonal splendor will be represented by dozens of Christmas trees decorated in "Old World" style as well as displays showcasing holidays observed in other cultures. The celebration includes:
- Volunteers to describe the decorations and cultures represented
- Holiday music, including a schedule of local musicians performing in the Frazier Museum's Great Hall
 Full access to all Frazier Museum galleries, including a chance to experience the museum's newest temporary exhibit "The Good. The Bad. The Cuddly: Toys & the Movies" featuring toys and art from Disney/Pixar's Toy Story
According to Light Up Louisville Program Coordinator, Dell Courtney, "'Holidays Around the World' is a great opportunity for all of us to share the traditions that are special to each of us, to learn about other traditions and to discover the many common threads that tie us all together." This unique display, featuring dozens of trees and displays, will run through January 2 and is free with museum admission.
Advanced registration is required. Call (502) 753-5663 to make your reservations today. |
Check out The Good. The Bad. The Cuddly. | | |
New exhibit runs through March 27, 2011
 It's an awesome new exhibit at the Frazier International History Museum that's all about toys and the movies. Come see a vast collection of classic toys from regional collectors and the Indianapolis Children's Museum, as well as concept art, and other cool memorabilia from all three Disney/PIXAR Toy Story movies.
Check out this sneak peak of the exhibit! |
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Upcoming Events & Exhibits | |
 Museums on Main Street
Teacher Appreciation Weekend November 20 & 21, 2010
In celebration of American Education Week, the Frazier Museum is teaming up with other museums in the historic Main Street area to honor educators!
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"Holidays Around the World" International Tree Display November 26, 2010 through January 2, 2011 Seasonal splendor will be represented by dozens of Christmas trees decorated in "Old World" style, as well as displays showcasing holidays observed in other cultures. Click here for more information.
****** "Toys, Trees & Traditions" SECOND SATURDAY Family Day December 11, 2010 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join us for a fun and festive celebration of holiday traditions from around the world! There will be special entertainment, including dancers and live music, as well as unique crafts and activities, a holiday bazaar and more! Free for Kids Club members. Click for more information. ******
Winter Break Camps Monday, December 21, Tuesday, December & Wednesday, December 22 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In conjunction with the "Holidays Around the World" tree display, these fun day camps explore traditional year-end celebrations from all corners of the globe. Click here for more.
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Toy Drive January 3 to March 27, 2011 Get rid of the toys your kids have outgrown! Bring in a gently-used toy for charity to receive $2 off admission. |
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Upcoming Professional Development Workshop | |
Primary Sources: Clues to the Past (3 credit hours)
Saturday, January 22, 2011
9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Primary sources fascinate students because they are "hands-on, minds-on" learning opportunities that transport them to another time and place. They can be integrated across all grade levels and curricula, while providing the opportunity for students to use their observation and critical thinking skills. The workshop focuses on ways to integrate primary sources into your lesson plans and techniques for using local museums as a resource. You will enjoy a live performance by one of the Frazier Museum's historical interpreters and learn how they use primary sources in the development of their scripts. In addition, we will visit the temporary exhibit "Water Works: 150 Years of Louisville Water Company." A light breakfast will be provided.
Free with advanced registration. Click here for more. |
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Grant Funding | |
Due to funding generously provided by the Louisville Metro Government, the Frazier International History Museum is able to offer full bus reimbursement to all Jefferson County school groups that book a field trip to the Frazier Museum. Funding will be given on a first come, first serve basis; call (502) 753-5663 to make your reservation as soon as possible. |
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