A Star in Both Flags: Conflict in Kentucky
To book a field trip, or for more information, click here to email Christy Spurlock or call 270.745.6082
A permanent part of the new Civil War Exhibit includes many different activities for kids!
This activity lets children re-create the Battle of Gettysburg!
These hands on activities include everything from how to wrap a headwound to using cipher squares to crack spy codes. These activities are aimed at students in the 3rd to 5th grades but have been enjoyed by field trip students from preschool to highschool. Some of the activities can be found below.
Activities & Worksheets (PDFs)
Childrens activites in the exhibit.
Make your own Haversack activity in the exhibit.
Also including in the exhibit is a chance to discover what men and women wore in the Civil War.
This "Clothes Closet" is a great way for kids to learn about life in the 1860s. After trying on a hoop skirt or a soldier's uniform, your class can take a picture in our 19th century living room. Check out the inventory here.
This is part of the Civil War Clothes Closet.
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Questions or Comments? Contact Us. Phone 270.745.2592 Fax 270.745.6462. The Kentucky Library & Museum, Western Kentucky University, 1906 College Heights Blvd. #11092, Bowling Green, Kentucky 42101-1092.
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Page Modified: February 24, 2009.
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