The Fort Bend County Museum
More than 100 years of Texas History
Summer History Programs at the Fort Bend Museum
Escape the heat and dive into the past at the Fort Bend Museum's summer history programs! The 2011 programs will take place July 12 through July 15 and August 9 through August 12. All programs will be offered in the morning and afternoon on alternative days. Programs are suitable for children ages eight through 12, but younger children are allowed with parent participation. Each session is limited to 20, so be sure to call and reserve your spot. Cost is $6 per program/$5 for members.
Download the Registration Form.
Programs:
Archeology: Introduction to archeology and Native Americans, identifying and digging up artifacts.
Frontier Survival: Print and sign a land grant with a quill pen, learn the basics of cabin building, play the games of the the time, and make a snack.
At Home in 1860: Includes dress-up, tour of Long-Smith Cottage, carding cotton and other chores.
At Home in 1890: Family life in 1890 includes tour of Historic Moore Home, schoolwork and Victorian games.
July 12-15, 2011
| Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
| 9am-noon | Archeology | Home in 1860 | Home 1890 | Frontier |
| 1pm-4pm | Frontier | Home 1890 | Archeology | Home in 1860 |
August 9-12, 2011
| Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
| 9am-noon | Frontier | Archeology | Home 1860 | Home 1890 |
| 1pm-4pm | Home 1860 | Home 1890 | Frontier | Archeology |
Call Danielle Jennings at (281) 342-6478 for more information. You can also send us a registration form.
The 2008 summer history programs were a big hit. Click here for pictures from the July '08 summer history week.