We received many requests for an encore session of the Open Gates,
Open MindsProfessional Development on Immigration. We will be
offering a second session on August 11th from 9 AM-5 PM. See below
for more details.
When planning for next year please keep the Bob
Bullock Texas State History Museum in mind. We have lessons ,
programs for students of all ages, distance learning programs, and much
more! Please contact the Education Program Developer at
Amalia.Runnels@TheStoryofTexas.com or (512) 936-4682 for education
questions.
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needs? Let us know .
The Big Blues You Can Use Workshop®
The Big Blues You Can Use Workshop® July 10th, 5 PM - 6
PM Free, Meet under the Star on the Plaza
Kids, get your Blues on at The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
during the Big Blues You Can Use Workshop®. National award winning
music educator David Berntson will lead kids on a songwriting journey that
will have kids blowing their harps like a pro.
FREE Hohner
harmonicas and instruction booklets will be distributed to kids on a
first come, first serve basis. This program is generously supported by
the Texas Heritage Songwriters Association.
Once at the workshop, stay for Music Under the Star 6
PM-9 PM
Set out your camp chairs and blankets on the Plaza and
enjoy local artists performing live music while enjoying free food
and drinks from Rudy's Bar-B-Q, Mighty Fine Burgers, Blue Bell ice cream,
and Sweet Leaf Teas.
Lessons Online
If you are bringing a group to the museum, we have activities.
Please go to our to see a few general lessons. The Museum also offers 8 detailed
lessons on La Salle's French exploration of Texas on the ship La
Belle. Click to explore.
Need help planning lessons for your trip to the museum? Please contact
the Education Program Developer at Amalia.Runnels@TheStoryofTexas.com, or
(512) 936-4682.
*Professional Development*
AT THE MUSEUM Open Gates, Open Minds
Professional Development *Encore Presentation*Tuesday,
August 11th, 9 AM-5 PM Free, requires
reservation This workshop will include: * Exhibit tour of
Forgotten Gateway: Coming to America through Galveston Island *
Using Primary Resources in the Classroom * Conducting Oral
Histories * Investigating Local Immigrant Histories * Guiding
Student Dialogues (conflict resolution)
All FREE sessions provide: * Instructional materials (200
page educators guide) * 7 Continuing Professional Education (CPE)
Hours * Teaching strategies * Connections to the TEKS * Free
refreshments * Free parking
To sign up, please call reservations at (512) 936-4649.
For more information, contact the Education Program Developer at
Amalia.Runnels@TheStoryofTexas.com or (512) 936-4682.
Unable to make the workshop, but still want the materials? Go
to the Education and Outreach section at
to download the Guide for Educators and Communities.
VIA DISTANCE LEARNING Too far away for your teachers
to come to the museum for professional development? Let us come to you via
distance learning. Open Gates, Open Minds will be a half day
session including the topics above.
To schedule your district/ESC,
please contact the Education Program Developer at (512) 936-4682, or email
amalia.runnels@thestoryoftexas.com.
For a preview, please go to the
Education and Outreach section at
to download the Guide for Educators and Communities.
Stories From Our Shores
Stories From Our Shores Saturday, July 18th, 2 PM & 3
PM Free with exhibit admission
Come on a journey to far away lands, and revisit places near and dear
with storyteller Elida Bonet. Become spell bound as she weaves a tapestry
of colorful folktales and true life stories based on the theme of
immigration. Elida Bonet has been a storyteller for over 12 years
performing at schools, libraries, festivals and universities.
Adult ESL at the Museum
Adult ESL at the Museum Wednesday, July 8th, 6 - 8:30
PM FREE to adult ESL classes
As part of an initiative
to introduce the Museum and its resources to adult English language
learners and their teachers the Museum will be offering free exhibits for
ESL teachers of adult students and their classes every second
Wednesday evening.
To make reservations, please call (512)
936-4649.
Forgotten Gateway
Curatorial Talk
Forgotten Gateway Curatorial Talk Sunday, August 30th, 2
PM Free with exhibit admission
Meet in the Forgotten Gateway exhibit with guest curator, Dr.
Suzanne Seriff, who will share the behind-the-scenes stories of the
artifacts and people who helped create this extraordinary exhibition.
Come
Visit
It's never too early to start We offer several programs on a regular
basis for student groups, like the Star of Destiny Guided Tour. Please
refer to the or call (512) 936-4649 for more information.
