Teacher In-Service Workshops at the Museum
Mon, Jul 15
|Birthplace of Country Music Museum
Sign up today for a distinctively fun and educational professional development opportunity to learn more about a variety of learning resources and ideas – from museum-based learning to bringing folklife into your classroom!
Time & Location
Jul 15, 2024, 9:00 AM – Jul 16, 2024, 3:00 PM
Birthplace of Country Music Museum, 101 Country Music Wy, Bristol, VA 24201, USA
About the event
This summer the Birthplace of Country Music Museum is offering free K-12 Teacher In-Service Workshops, scheduled for Monday, July 15 (elementary) and Tuesday, July 16 (middle and high school). Each workshop will consist of:
8:30–9:00am – Sign in, pick up educator packets, enjoy doughnuts and coffee
9:00am–12:00pm – Birthplace of Country Music Museum activities and resources
12:00–12:30pm – Lunch (provided)
12:30–3:00pm – “Folklife Across the Curriculum: An Expedition to the Local” Local Learning and Virginia Humanities activities and resources (also relevant to TN educators)
With the Birthplace of Country Music Museum, educators will get an introductory museum tour, exploring the different TN and VA state standards that connect with museum content, including ELA, social sciences, music, STEM, and physical education; an introduction to museum-based lesson plans; a chance to experience Banjo Bingo and/or Instrument Petting Zoo; and access to a variety of educational resources.