Education
The goal of the Education Department is to reach out to visitors of all ages with unique programs designed to foster a better understanding of the five bloodiest hours of the American Civil War. The history of this battle is often ignored in most school textbooks and history books, yet it is crucial to the Western Theater of the Civil War, and ultimately the outcome of the war. Our education programs for both the Carter House and Carnton Plantation not only detail the Battle of Franklin but also incorporate the lives of the families of those two homes. We offer a variety of different platforms including Hands-On History, Scout Programs, Summer Camps, Traveling Trunks, and of course field trips. School programs are all designed keeping in mind TCAP standards.
Please view the individual tabs to learn about our current programs. Check back frequently for new programs and opportunities!
Field Trips - More information coming soon.
Calicos and Cadets
June 13, 14, 15, 2013 – Calicos and Cadets Summer Camp
Join us for our annual summer camp and take a step back in time to learn about life during the Civil War. We are looking for boys and girls between the ages of 8-12 who have an interest in history and the Civil War. Camp will feature reenactors, crafts, activities, and of course the always popular drilling!
Please download the forms below or contact Megan at 615-794-0903 or megan@battleoffranklintrust.org for reservations.
CAMP FLYER - CAMP REGISTRATION FORM - CAMP PERMISSION FORM - CAMP HEALTH FORM
July 11, 12, 13, 2013 – Calicos and Cadets Summer Camp
Join us for our annual summer camp and take a step back in time to learn about life during the Civil War. We are looking for boys and girls between the ages of 8-12 who have an interest in history and the Civil War. Camp will feature reenactors, crafts, activities, and of course the always popular drilling!
Please download the forms below or contact Megan at 615-794-0903 or megan@battleoffranklintrust.org for reservations.
CAMP FLYER - CAMP REGISTRATION FORM - CAMP PERMISSION FORM - CAMP HEALTH FORM
Hands-on History
These classes are designed to give children ages 5-10 a look at how people lived during the Civil War. Children will learn about a particular topic and participate in an activity or craft related to that topic. Classes are an hour long and the cost is $10 per child.
For reservations please contact Megan at 615-794-0903 or megan@battleoffranklintrust.org. Reservations required!
February 9, 2013 - Hands On History - A Very Victorian Valentine’s Day (Saturday at the Carter House from 10-11am) In preparation for Valentine’s Day, we will be learning about how those during the Civil War celebrated Valentine’s Day. Children will make their own Valentines and make a decoupage box to hold their own valentines or to give as a gift!
April 20, 2013 - Hands On History - Spring Has Sprung! (Saturday at Carnton from 10-11am)
We will take a walk through the Garden at Carnton, pick a few flowers, herbs, and leaves and then we will learn about the popular 1800s craft of herbariums and pressed plants.
June 20, 2013 - Hands On History - Dig Into the Past (Thursday at Carnton from 10-11am)
Children will learn about the importance of archaeology to the study of history. They will even get a chance to dig! Please wear clothes that can get dirty and close toed shoes.
July 18, 2013 -Hands On History - Hardtack and Haversacks (Thursday at the Carter House 10-11am)
What was life like for a soldier? Children will learn what soldiers carried with them, what they ate, and see a demonstration of a Civil War gun. We will have a snack of hardtack and jerky. (Please note, children will not have access to the gun, it is for demonstration purposes only. Blanks rounds will be used.)
August 8, 2013 - Hands On History - Who Wore What? (Thursday at Carnton 10-11am)
If you lived during the Civil War, what would you have worn every day? Children will learn about different types of clothing and even be able to try on some outfits!
October 26, 2013 - Hands On History - A Victorian Halloween (Saturday at Carnton 10-11am)
Children will learn about how Halloween was celebrated during the mid-1800s. We will play games such as bobbing for apples, tell fortunes, make Halloween cards, and listen to ghost stories!
December 14, 2013 - Hands on History - Christmas in Carrie’s Attic (Saturday at Carnton 10-11am)
Join us in celebrating Christmas! Children will learn about how Christmas was celebrated during the mid-1800s, listen to ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and make some Christmas decorations.
Scouts - More information coming soon.
Juniors Try-Its Workshops - More information coming soon.
Traveling Trunks - More information coming soon.
