Education
is the primary goal of the Schingoethe Center. Several forms of educational
programming help us share interpretations of the artifacts with our
public.
Museum Tours
Tours for school children
from first graders on, special interest, and adult groups are
given during regular weekday hours. We can accommodate groups up to 60 people for student groups or $3.00 per person for adult groups. The average tour lasts approximately two hours. Tours should be scheduled at least three weeks in advance.
A nominal $2.50 per person for guided tours. For a small additional charge, we can provide customized tours
focusing on specific aspects of Native American culture. To schedule a tour, contact
the us at 630-844-7843. |
|
Here's what teachers are saying about our tours:
"We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful museum in our community."
Gates Elementary School teacher
"The museum more than satisfied our expectations! I'm thrilled that such a quality museum is local and affordable. The hands-on exhibits are great for young kids." Teacher, Smith School
"Our experience at the Schingoethe was fantastic! I appreciated the way your docent incorporated my classroom curriculum. It was such a nice day."
Amy May, Waltham Elementary School. |
|
Classroom Materials and Resources
The Schingoethe Center is a source for a wide variety of educational
resources that may be borrowed for classroom use or home study, including
"Discovery Boxes," audio-visual resources, and traveling exhibits. A
brief description is provided below, or click here to go to a complete catalog
of available resources.
|
 Discovery Boxes:
Discovery Boxes are portable
containers which include educational artifacts, background
material and suggested activities on a topic of Native American
culture. Discovery Boxes may be checked out by schools for a two
week period. There is a charge of $10.00 per box (except for the Dwellings boxes which are $20.00 per box).
Because of the popularity of
the Discovery Boxes, schools may check out a maximum of five
boxes at a time. To schedule a Discovery Box, contact us at
630-844-7843, or click here to go to the online order form.
Educational Videos
and Audio-Visual Material:
The Schingoethe Center
maintains an extensive school film lending library. Because most
of the videos are single copies, we restrict their borrowing to
schools and other educational groups. There is a $3.00 handling charge per video. |
Professional Development for Educators
Half-day, full day and week long teacher workshops are a specialty of the Schingoethe Museum. Contact us for more information.
|
Public
Programming 
Watch the local press or
become a member of the Friends of the Schingoethe Center and read
about our public programs in the Center's newsletter, Spreading Wings. Speakers, demonstrations and informal
discussions are a regular part of out offerings. We'd also be
interested in providing a meeting place for groups with similar
interests. |
|
