History on the Hill Summer Youth Program
This summer the French Legation Museum invites children ages 6-11 to explore the history of Austin and Texas.
Session 1: June 18-22, 2012 Arts and Culture (9-11 year olds)
During Session 1, students will be introduced to Austin Arts and Culture through time. Activities will focus on painting, music, fashion, etiquette, and other aspects of early Austin society. Participants will enjoy special visits to the Blanton Museum of Art and the Texas Music Museum, and the week will culminate with a student organized art exhibit for guardians and friends.
Session 2: June 25-29, 2012 Travel, Troubles, and Tasks (9-11 year olds)
During Session 2, participants will learn about daily life in Austin from 1840-1860. We will discuss travel, from horses and carriages to steam boats and the railroad, and all of the daily tasks, from gardening to building homes, needed to survive on the western frontier. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a mock archeological dig, build their own miniature log cabins and boats, and do a bit of gardening. Special excursions to local farms and the Susannah Dickinson house will highlight the week.
Session 3: July 9-13, 2012 Six Flags Over Texas (6-8 year olds)
Participants in session 3 will fast forward through Texas history to learn about each of the countries that claimed Texas as their own. From conquistadors, to the sinking of La Belle, to Texas Independence, Statehood and the Civil War, we’ll explore the history and impact each of these unique cultures has had on Texas with fun activities, hands on projects and crafts, and visits with reenactors. Special trips to the Bob Bullock State History Museum and the State Cemetery will round out our adventures.
Session 4: July 16-20, 2012 Arts and Culture: Petite (6-8 year olds)
During Session 4, 6-8 year olds will be introduced to Austin Arts and Culture through time. Activities will focus on painting, music, fashion, travel, and other aspects of early Austin society. Participants will enjoy special visits to the Blanton Museum of Art and the Texas Music Museum, and the week will culminate with a student organized art exhibit for guardians and friends.
Cost per Session: Members $180; Non-members $200
Late Registration (After May 15): Members $200; Non-members $225
History on the Hill Summer Youth Program Sessions meet daily from 9AM-3PM. Participants should bring a bag lunch. Light snacks will be provided.
Click here for Registration Form.
French Legation Museum
802 San Marcos St
Austin, TX 78702
512-472-8180
programs@frenchlegationmuseum.org
Children’s Storytime Every First and Third Thursday
The Young Ambassador’s Club, our new children’s storytime and activity club, will meet every first and third Thursday from 9:30AM-10:30AM in the Carriage House and in pretty weather on the Grounds. Parents and guardians are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks, and all we ask of the children is that they bring their imaginations and excitement. Each child will receive a Young Ambassador badge and will be encouraged to participate in activities that are closely related to the theme of each week’s book or books. They will also be able to help us pick out books or themes for future meetings through our Diplomatic Dispatch Box. This is a donation based program that is free and open to the public. If you would like to support the Young Ambassador’s Club, donations can be made at the FLM Offices at 802 San Marcos Street, Austin, TX 78702.
NEXT MEETING: February 2, 2012 at 9:30AM
Robertson Hill Walking Tour
Join us every Wednesday at 2 p.m. for a special walking tour of the Robertson Hill Neighborhood. Beginning at the Legation, visitors will be introduced to the stories of East Austin’s first neighborhood and the houses that remain to testify to its rich history. The tour will move up 8th street to the Texas State Cemetery and wrap around to the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.