Learning Labs

Check out the new Large Capacity Learning Lab that pairs the traveling exhibit America I AM: The African American Imprint with the live drama Cincinnati 28.

America I AM Field Trip Package

America I AM + Cincinnati 28 = The perfect Combination

(This program is appropriate for grades 4-12)

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America I AM: The African American Imprint assembles poignant artifacts representing 500 years of American history. It is a journey through time, and at the end of it your students will walk away with a comprehensive understanding of how key moments of African American courage and conviction have helped shape the culture and society in which we live today.

When you pair America I AM with our award-winning interdisciplinary drama, Cincinnati 28, what you get is a truly enriching learning experience. The play tells the story of 28 slaves who fled a Virginia plantation and of their adventurous escape through Cincinnati on the road to freedom. Cincinnati 28 reinforces four major themes outlined in the exhibit.The incredible contributions African Americans have made economically, socio-politically to culture and spritual life.

Take advantage of this amazing opportunity for your students. It really is the perfect combination.

Dates and Times

America I AM - June 19, 2010 through January 2, 2011

Exhibit self-guide time may be scheduled at your convenience on the day of your learning experience.

Cincinnati 28 - November 1, 2010 through November 5, 2010

10 a.m. and noon. Shows last 45 to 60 minutes.

Applies to state standards for Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.

Accommodates up to 290 students, chaperones and teachers per show.

Chaperones

One adult chaperone is required for every 5 students in grades 4-5 and every 10 students grades 6-12.

Costs

Cost for Cincinnati 28 with admission to America I AM is $11; tickets to the Cincinnati 28 program only are $6

Cancellation Policy

Full refund will be awarded for groups cancelling more than two weeks prior to scheduled performance date. Cancellation less than two weeks prior to scheduled performance date will be assessed full ticket cost. Cancellations or school closings due to inclement weater are not subject to penalty.

Cincinnati 28

(This program is appropriate for grades 4-12)

Click here for the Educator's Guide

A live drama telling the true story of 28 slaves whose strength, struggles and sacrifices lead them on a journey through the Ohio River Valley and beyond to freedom.

Cincinnati 28 is an interdisciplinary drama experience about the true story of 28 slaves that fled from a Virginia plantation and their adventurous escape through Cincinnati on the road to freedom. Through the dialogue of the professional cast, the audience will learn the dangers awaiting a runaway slave, the life of a slave, the pain of separation from family and friends, and the courageous roles of the conductors and stationmasters of the Underground Railroad.

Dates and Times

February 7, 2011 through February 11, 2011

10 a.m. and noon. Shows last 45 to 60 minutes.

Applies to state standards for Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.

Accommodates up to 290 students, chaperones and teachers per show.

Chaperones

One adult chaperone is required for every 5 students in grades 4-5 and every 10 students grades 6-12.

Costs

$6 per person

Cancellation Policy

Full refund will be awarded for groups cancelling more than two weeks prior to scheduled performance date. Cancellation less than two weeks prior to scheduled performance date will be assessed full ticket cost. Cancellations or school closings due to inclement weater are not subject to penalty.

Lewis & Clark Meet the Press

(This program is appropriate for grades 3-12)

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Let your class experience history first-hand in a theatrical blending of past and present as your students become “The Press” and have the opportunity to ”interview” Lewis and Clark of the Corps of Discovery. Through two back-to-back press conferences, your students will learn what sparked the desire to set about on this famous expedition, the preparations that were made for the journey and what President Jefferson hoped would be discovered on a passage westward. The two explorers relate tales of adventure as well as the unusual discoveries they made along the way. Join us at Cincinnati Museum Center for an hour-long Large Capacity Learning Lab as the cast portraying these two great explorers share their expectations, discoveries, mishaps and triumphs of The Great Journey West.

This experience is paired with the hour-long OMNIMAX film, Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West where participants will be surrounded by a five-story, 72-foot-diameter, domed screen making them feel as if they are part of the great expedition westward with Lewis and Clark.

Major research has discovered that there are many forms of learning styles from which people can discover and understand themselves and the world. It is the goal of the play Lewis & Clark Meet the Press to interweave these styles and engage the audience in a participatory educational experience that promotes personalized learning and reinforces proficiency goals.

Dates and Times

May 4, 2011 through May 6, 2011

10 a.m. and noon. Shows last 45 to 60 minutes.

Applies to state standards for Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.

Accommodates up to 245 students, chaperones and teachers per show.

Chaperones

One adult chaperone is required for every 5 students in grades 3-5 and every 10 students grades 6-12.

Costs

Cost is $10.50 per person, admission includes drama and Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West OMNIMAX film.

Cancellation Policy

Full refund will be awarded for groups cancelling more than two weeks prior to scheduled performance date. Cancellation less than two weeks prior to scheduled performance date will be assessed full ticket cost. Cancellations or school closings due to inclement weater are not subject to penalty.