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Fort Mifflin Education & Public Programs
All programs can be booked through the Fort for in-person field trips or distance learning (video-conferencing).
Fort Mifflin offers a series of unique education programs for the enrichment of students in Grades K through 12. Our programs are designed to meet State and National curriculum guidelines. A Teachers Guide is provided in advance of your trip to the Fort. Our standard package includes a Fort tour and weapons demonstration. Enhance your visit with one of the following programs:
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 Stars and Stripes: The American Flag Story
This program uses the theme of symbolism to tell the story of the national flags, in particular the American Stars & Stripes. Our flag history begins with the British and French colors, flies through Colonial and Regimental flags, and finally explores the many official flags of the United States throughout our history. Students will make a flag that symbolizes their distinct personality. We will also demonstrate the proper way to care and display the American flag. Cost $8 per student & chaperone (teachers free.)
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 A Soldier’s Story: Revolutionary War Soldier Life
Students will learn how late 18th century soldiers lived prior to the war, how they were recruited, what type of training they received, what items they were issued, and what conditions were like in the field, especially at Fort Mifflin in 1777. Of particular interest will be how these men survived what historians have called, “the greatest bombardment the North American Continent has ever witnessed.” A “volunteer soldier” will be recruited from the group and outfitted in a Revolutionary War soldier uniform and all of the equipment required by a soldier in 1777. Cost $8 per student & chaperone (teachers free.)
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A Soldier’s Story: Civil War Soldier Life
During the Civil War, soldiers were fighting for many different reasons and we explore most of them. Union soldiers who both served as the Fort Mifflin garrison and Confederates who were placed here as prisoners after the Battle of Gettysburg. Students will learn how soldiers from both sides were recruited and trained, and what items they were issued. We will also discuss the conditions at Fort Mifflin and share with students the challenges these men had in surviving sickness, harsh environment, and isolation from their homes and loved ones. A “volunteer soldier” will be recruited from the group and outfitted in a Civil War soldier uniform and all of the equipment required by a Union soldier in 1863. Cost $8 per student and chaperone (teachers free.) K-7 |
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Blood, Sweat & Tears Civil War Medicine
This program incorporates the main components of military medicine and its practices during the Civil War. We will investigate its impact during daily life here at the fort, at the main hospitals, or on the battlefield. Soldiers did all they could to avoid being interred at the Civil War hospital, and for good reason. Conditions at Civil War hospitals were anything but hospitable early in the war. Students will also learn about the treatment prisoners received, whether from the North or South, as well as the roles nurses and field surgeons played, by taking on these roles first hand playing the role of doctors and surgeons. This interactive program will help students learn about the role Fort Mifflin and other forts served during the bloody and costly “War Between the States.” Cost $8 per student & chaperone (teachers free.)
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Education Programs are made possible, in part, due to a grant from the PHMC
ADDDITIONAL PROGRAMS AVAILABLE AT FORT MIFFLIN:
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Birthday Party Fees:
Up to 30 Guests - $250
Over 30 Guests - $300 (call for details on additional party packages.)
Site Rental Fees:
From $1000 (depending on group sizes)
For more information or to book a special event, such as a birthday party package, wedding or fund-raiser, please call Lorraine Irby @ 215.685.4167.
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Fort Mifflin
Fort Mifflin & Hog Island Roads
Philadelphia, PA 19153
irby.lorraine@gmail.com |
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