Traveling and Digital Programs
MUSEUMS AND EDUCATION
Why museums?
Museums are connectors—to the past, to our own inner beliefs and ideas, to other people in our lives, and to people we have not yet met. Museums offer a physical space in which we can reflect on and learn about humanity’s existence through time. Museums anchor the community, support the economy, serve the public, contribute to conservation, and “are committed to ensuring that people of all backgrounds have access to high-quality experiences.” [1] According to 2017 data from the American Alliance of Museums, 97% of Americans believe that museums are educational assets for their communities. Museums can ignite the excitement of learning, hone critical thinking, connect big ideas, and bring a child’s knowledge to life.
Why Glencairn?
Glencairn Museum is a museum of religion, art, and history, dedicated to using art and artifacts—as inspirational expressions of human faith—to foster empathy and help students and visitors better understand the history of religion. Our K–12 programs use object-based learning to build understanding, inspire self-reflection, and connect students to people, both past and present. Each of our K–12 programs have been carefully crafted to align with Pennsylvania State Education Standards. Our educators are passionate about providing immersive, interactive, and accessible educational experiences.
[1]. https://www.aam-us.org/programs/about-museums/museum-facts-data/#_edn26
K–12 PROGRAM OPTIONS
We are taking our education programs on the road and online for the 2022–2023 school year!
Our programs are designed for a diverse range of ages and learning styles. Using object-based learning they invite discussion and discovery, build understanding, inspire self-reflection, and connect students to people, both past and present.
Each of our K–12 programs has been carefully crafted to align with Pennsylvania State Education Standards. Whether in person, or digital, our educators are passionate about providing immersive, interactive, and accessible educational experiences.
Traveling Medieval Life Program (2 hours | 25-mile radius limit)
Grades K–8
$8 per student | 8 student min., 30 student max.
ACCESS Philly/ Museums For All discounts available. See Special Rates page for details.
Classroom or meeting space required; activity materials included.
Note: If your group is in need of a meeting space, please contact Amy Glenn. Limited options available.
Immerse your students in an exploration of the art and objects of the global Middle Ages and how these objects reflect the religious beliefs and practices of the people who lived during that time period. This program will:
Offer interpretation of the medieval world through objects in the Glencairn medieval European collection that demonstrate global connections
Highlight the daily practices and work of people on the Middle Ages, and their connection to religious beliefs
Incorporate auditory, visual, and tactile experiences with objects
Focus on continuity and change including reflective thinking opportunities
Traveling Ancient Cultures Program (2 hours | 25-mile radius limit)
Grades 4–12
$8 per student | 8 student min., 30 student max.
ACCESS Philly/ Museums For All discounts available. See Special Rates page for details.
Classroom or meeting space required; activity materials included.
Note: If your group is in need of a meeting space, please contact Amy Glenn. Limited options available.
Travel around the world and back in time as you and your students experience four ancient cultures reflected in Glencairn’s collections. This program will:
Explore objects of Ancient Egypt, the Ancient Near East, Ancient Greece, and Ancient Rome
Through video, text, and image-based materials, students will discuss similarities and differences in the worldviews, beliefs and practices of each culture including topics such as physical and human geography, continuity, and change
Engage in discussion about what makes a culture unique and identifiable
Provide opportunities for self-reflection through discussion and multisensory activities
Digital Stained-Glass Program (1 hour)
Grades K–12
$5 per student | 5 student min., 30 student max.
ACCESS Philly/ Museums For All discounts available. See Special Rates page for details.
Video conferencing device required; digital activity materials included.
Explore one of Glencairn Museum’s most visually stunning features in this guided, interactive, stained-glass program. This program will:
Introduce students to medieval European Christian themed stained-glass windows in the Glencairn collection
Provide students with the language and knowledge to decode religious symbolism and imagery in medieval stained-glass
Encourage student-led inquiry and discovery
Offer an interdisciplinary study of fine arts and humanities by analyzing artwork from historic and cultural perspectives
Engage students in the process of designing a stained-glass window themselves
Digital Craftmanship at Glencairn Program (1 hour)
Grades 4–12
$5 per student | 5 student min., 30 student max.
ACCESS Philly/ Museums For All discounts available. See Special Rates page for details.
Video conferencing device required; digital activity materials included.
Students get to become the experts as they explore and share the lives and work of five artists who contributed their craftsmanship to create Glencairn in stone, wood, metal, and glass. Extend this program experience in the classroom or at home by putting new craftsmanship knowledge into practice by designing the long-lost second Tower of Glencairn! This program will:
Introduce students to the lives and work of five craftsmen who worked on Glencairn
Allow students to work collaboratively with their classmates on researching a craftsperson, and take on the role of presenting information and guiding the program
Move students through the process of remembering and understanding content, to applying new ideas and creating for themselves
PLANNING YOUR PROGRAM
Follow the steps below to prepare for a Glencairn program with your school or homeschool group:
1. Read the Traveling and Digital Programs descriptions above to see which one might best suit your group.
2. Gather the relevant information about your group including:
Several possible dates for your program to take place
The total number of attendees (students and adults)
Group size: Group sizes are limited to 30 students. Special arrangements can be made for larger groups by contacting the Educational Programs Manager.
Chaperones: For programs taking place in a classroom, a minimum of one adult chaperone (classroom teacher) is required. For programs taking place at a non-classroom location, a minimum of 3, and maximum of 5, adult chaperones are required for a group of 30 students.
The grade level/s of your group (children 4 years and under are free)
The location at which your program will take place (if booking a traveling program)
Your available technology (if booking a digital program)
Consider your availability for a Tech Check (if booking a digital program)
Any questions or information you might have about curricular connections, content, accessibility, timing, etc.
3. Fill out our Education Program Request Form or contact our Educational Programs Manager, Amy Glenn, to make your booking. You may do so by email or by phone call at amy.glenn@glencairnmuseum.org or 267-502-2962.
4. Once your program is booked, the following information may be useful to review and share with your group:
To best prepare yourself, your students, and other group chaperones for your upcoming program, please read and share our Museum Manners document.
Visit our Educational Resources page where you will find lots of fun and informative materials to help prepare your group for their program.
Please contact Amy Glenn, Educational Programs Manager, with any questions you may have at amy.glenn@glencairnmuseum.org or 267-502-2962.
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