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Introduction to Roberson

Roberson Museum - Programs at the Museum

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INTRODUCTION TO ROBERSON MUSEUM AND SCIENCE CENTER

Grades PreK - 3

This program may include a guided tour of Roberson’s permanent and temporary exhibitions, the Roberson Mansion, a planetarium show, or a hands-on activity. The program explores the functions of a museum within its community as well as the people and activities that bring it to life. (For groups coming several times in one year, we suggest this for their first visit.)

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts:

Responding to Literature
Comprehension and Collaboration (Speaking and Listening)
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas (Speaking and Listening)
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

Science and Engineering Practices:

Asking questions (for science) and defining problems (for engineering)
Developing and using models
Planning and carrying out investigations
Analyzing and interpreting data
Constructing explanations (for science) and designign solutions (for engineering)
Obtaining, evaluating, and communication information

Learning Standards for Social Studies

History of the US and NY

Geography

Learning Standards for the Arts

Creating, Performing and Participating in the Arts
Knowing and Using Arts Materials and Resources
Responding to and Analyzing Works of Art
Understanding the Cultural Dimensions and Contributions of the Arts

Cost:
$225.00 per group

2 complimentary chaperones per group

$7.00 per additional chaperone

Class Limit: Maximum 25 students per group; multiple groups can be accommodated in one day

Length of Program: 2 hours 15 minutes

Roberson's Order Form

Roberson 2019-20 Order Form

Contact Information

For more information on the Extended Classroom program, please contact:

Kathy Harasta
Phone: (607) 766-3731
Email: [email protected]

Nicole Waskie-Laura
Phone: (607 766-3730
Email: [email protected]