Educational Programs / Programmes éducatifs

François Baby House
la Maison François Baby
254 Pitt St. W.
Phone: 253-1812
Fax: 253-0919
Email: wmuseum@windsorpubliclibrary.com

Duff-Baby Interpretation Centre 
Centre d'interprétation Duff-Baby
221 Mill St. Sandwich

What you need to know

  • Lunch facilities available
  • Pre-visit activities available prior to museum visit
  • Programs adaptable to grade levels

For reservations and information please contact Hugh Barrett at (519) 253-1812.
Pour réservations et renseignements veuillez contacter Madelyn Della Valle au (519) 253-1812

Cost/Coût $3.00 per Participant / $3.00 par étudiant
Days/Disponible Tuesday through Friday / du mardi au vendredi
Times/Horaire Flexible
Duration/Durée 1½ to 2 hours / 1.5 hrs
Capacity/No. d’élèves 30 students / 30 élèves maximum

Educational programs/Programmes éducatifs

Adventures in Archaeology / Aventures en archéologie
Duff-Baby Interpretation Centre Centre d'interprétation Duff-Baby
Have you ever wondered what an archaeologist does? Uncover some of the mysteries of archaeology through a simulated dig, a hands-on experience with authentic artifacts and a discussion of how archaeology helps us learn about the complex historical development of communities such as Sandwich. Découvrez les mystères de l'archéologie à travers une fouille simulée, une expérience tactile avec les artefacts authentiques et une discussion de comment l'archéologie nous aide à connaître le développement historique de notre communauté.

By the River's Edge: A History of Windsor / Au bord de la rivière: une histoire de Windsor

Detroit/Windsor Tunnel

François Baby House / la Maison François Baby
This program was developed in conjunction with the new permanent exhibit of the same name. Students will look at the history of Windsor through photographs, videos and objects. They will have the opportunity to try on an assumption sash, walk the Ambassador Bridge (in miniature) and test their knowledge of animal furs.

Ce programme est offert en conjonction avec la nouvelle exposition permanente sur l'histoire de Windsor. Les étudiant/es pourront découvrir cette histoire avec une activité de détective. Ils auront la chance d'essayer une ceinture fléchée, traverser le pont Ambassador (en miniature) et de toucher des peaux d'animaux de l' époque de la traite des fourrures.

In Search of Sandwich
Duff-Baby Interpretation Centre
Following a short video presentation on the history of the area, students will walk the streets to investigate and discover some of the hidden treasures in their own backyards. Founded in 1798, Sandwich is the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in Southwestern Ontario. Illustrated student worksheets and background information on the buildings is provided.
 

Learning From Cemeteries: St. John's Cemetery
Duff-Baby Interpretation Centre
Grade 5 to 8
Following an introduction to the types of cemeteries found locally and the importance for respect and cemetery preservation, classes will walk to St. John's Anglican Church Cemetery for a hands-on program. Equipped with clipboards and worksheets, students will explore interesting facts found on the tombstones by interpreting the epitaphs and recording the birth and death dates.

Temporary not available

Be A Museum Detective / Trouvailles Tactiles
François Baby House
Grade 3 to 8		  la Maison François Baby
Grade 3 to 8
Young students can be detectives as they explore the Museum exhibits. On the lower level in the Hands-on History Room they will be encouraged to participate in a variety of activities, including some Victorian parlour games. Les élèves pourront devenir des Détectives de Musée en explorant la Maison François Baby, y inclus notre nouvelle exposition permanente " Au bord de la rivière : une histoire de Windsor ". Dans la salle des Trouvailles Tactiles ils participeront à un grand nombre d'activités, de jeux des temps passés. Enfin de l'histoire à toucher !

Other Programs
Museum Staff are also more than willing to work with individual teachers to develop programs specific to their needs. Potential topics include the origins and the French history of Windsor. Call the Museum for more information.