Overview

Curious about history? Come to the Galt Museum & Archives for a fun and interactive workshop that dives into historical inquiry. Students will learn how to create their own historical inquiry projects for Heritage Fair or their classroom activities. Students will explore Discovery Hall to find potential topics that inspire their curiosity. They will practice identifying and creating inquiry questions. They will visit the archives to learn about the research process, including how to gather and analyze evidence from historical sources to support their findings and conclusions. Students will also examine and evaluate sample projects.

This program is designed as a starting off point for Heritage Fair projects and/or other inquiry-based classroom projects. Additional teacher and student resources to support the development of projects are found here: https://www.canadashistory.ca/education/heritage-fairs-and-young-citizens

• Grades 4-9

• 90 minute program. There is no fee for the workshop, for a limited number of classes, with the support of Canada’s History.

• Available for booking on select days/times during the following months:

  •   October 2024

  • November 2024

  •   January 2025

  • February 2025

• Spots are limited so book now to reserve a time for your class!

• As you plan your visit, please remember that you must book your own bus to transport your students to and from the Galt on the day of your visit.

  • With the support of Canada’s History, a transportation subsidy is available to help offset the bussing costs of bringing students from schools to the Galt Museum for the What’s the Story? program. The transportation subsidy availability is limited to 30 classes.

• Within Lethbridge -  $150

• Outside of Lethbridge

  • Round Trip (school to/from Galt Museum & Archives)

    • Up to 50km - $200

    • 50km+ - $300

• Teachers must apply for the transportation subsidy by submitting an invoice to the Galt Museum & Archives. Invoices to be paid after classes attend the scheduled program.

Curriculum Connections

• Heritage fair projects can be aligned with curriculum outcomes in various subject areas including social studies, language arts and fine arts.

• Please see the attached document for topic ideas connected to the current and draft social studies curriculum for Grades 4-9.

• Heritage fair projects can help students develop competencies including critical thinking, problem solving, research and managing information, creativity and innovation, communication and citizenship.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Janae Redgrave at Janae.redgrave@galtmuseum.com or 403-320-4248.