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| Imagine studying with children of all ages in a one-room schoolhouse. |
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| Native-American women told about local plants and animals and how they were used by their ancestors: for sleeping mats, medicine, food, clothing, tools. |
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| A rapt audience learns about life in pioneer days - churning milk into butter, making biscuits, spinning wool into yarn, and hundreds of other chores. |
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| My granddaughter thought washing clothes was fun. |
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| How do you sew without electricity? Foot power! |
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| A blacksmith demonstrated his art. |
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| Not so sure about milking that giant cow! |
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| Most fun of all? Jumping into a pile of hay. |
More info: Pioneer Farm Museum
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What a wonderful journey into the past. One might even say "escape" into the past. Thanks for sharing, and here are MY SATURDAY SNAPSHOTS
ReplyDeleteI think some of the exhibits were eye-opening for the children. They couldn't figure out what many of the household items were used for (and neither could I!) It was a fun day.
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Way cool, Sandy! I didn't even know such places existed nearby. Good photos. Looks like you had lots of fun.
ReplyDeleteThanks for leaving a comment on my post, Judy. We had a great time, even though we had rain all day long. The reconstructed village was nicely done and gave everyone a real feel for life in those days.
DeleteA long time ago we stopped at a similar place in Arkansas. It was unforgettable. We will definitely try to visit this place if we ever make it to Washington State.
ReplyDeleteThere were lots of hands-on activities for children, but adults enjoyed themselves, too.
DeleteI've always read about students visiting pioneer farms, but I've never been to one. I guess you could say I've been to the Indian equivalent- which is old village setups.
ReplyDeleteThis was my first time to go to a pioneer farm, but I'd imagine it's similar to what you've visited. Very interesting.
Deletethat looks like so much sun and a travel through time... i should see if there is something like this closer by home..
ReplyDeleteIt was an interesting experience -- for both kids and grown-ups.
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Looks like a really educational and fun trip.
ReplyDeleteIt was. I'd like to go back and spend more time there.
DeleteHow fun! We also have a full-fledged and working Pioneer Farms in Austin. I remember going twice with school field trips. The first thing you do when you arrive is dress in the attire for the time. One year I was assigned to cooking, and we were making corn cakes.
ReplyDeletehttps://www.pioneerfarms.org/
That sounds like great fun! I didn't realize there was a Pioneer Farm in Austin.
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What a wonderful place! Looks like fun. We have similar places here in the east - always fun to see history brought to life. Glad your graddaughter enjoyed it - and so wonderful that you could go with her class on the field trip!
ReplyDeleteHope you are enjoying the week (as you can see, I am WAY behind!)
Sue
Book By Book
tricky for the teacher but I think they did great anyway. :)
ReplyDeleteI like when places like this prepare activities for children. Fun and knowledge for them. Nice shots.
ReplyDeleteI agree, and I learned a few things, too! I'm glad you enjoyed my photos. Thanks for stopping by.
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