Baltimore Public Works Museum programs strive
to cultivate an understanding of public works history
and how it relates to today’s public projects
and services effecting and enhancing our everyday
lives. Whether you choose to visit the Museum,
attend one of our special events or participate
in one of our community outreach activities there
is something challenging and fun for everyone.
Educational
Tour Programs...
Special
Interest for Teachers: Teachers
are encouraged to visit the
Museum FREE
throughout the year and
utilize any of the resources
we have available. Use of these
resources will enable teachers
to prepare lesson plans on
specific environmental and
historical subjects.
*Please note Museum
school programs: (1.) Enhance
classroom learning goals, (2.)
Meet statewide performance goals.
(3.) Present multiple interactive
experiences, and (4.) Inspire
students to be tomorrows’ leaders
in Science, Technology and Social
Studies.
The following 'Tour
Programs'are
part of our regular schedule and
are approximately 1 hour in duration.
If the age or grade level of your
tour group or area of interest varies,
our Education Department is very
willing to work with you to tailor
a tour that meets your group’s
special interests or needs.* All
tours, except “Water
Works!”, are
available 7 days a week.
Baltimore:
Then and Now: Primarily
geared toward 3rd - 8th grade students,
this program offers a unique overview
of the history of public works as well
as a representation of the modern day
services they represent.
Water
Works! Curriculum Tour: Prior
to your Museum tour teachers
are sent our Teacher Packet with
lesson plans which provides teachers
suggested pre and post visit
activities that build upon the
educational experience given
during the Museum tour. While
at the Museum students will have
the benefit of a Docent’s
presentation, participate in
a water testing experiment, view
an interesting public works history
video and so much more. Available
M-F only.
Summer
Camp Groups: Camp groups
are offered the same high quality educational
experience as school tours. In addition
they may also utilize the picnic area
adjacent to the Streetscape Exhibit for
hands on activities (weather permitting)
as well as accommodating a leisurely
lunch.
Senior
Groups: Come
relive your childhood experiences! Seniors
enjoy visiting as part of their daily enrichment
program and share the rich history of their
past as well as learn about the future of
the city and its environment.
For more tour information
please contact Vince Pompa, Director of Education
and Programs at 410-396-5565 or via
email at vince.pompa@baltimorecity.gov.
To schedule a tour now click “HERE”.
Special Events...
Throughout
the year the Museum is host to a
variety of fun and educational special
events and community outreach activities.
Here are a few annual events to watch
for, so mark your calendar and come
join in.
“ Heavy
Metal: Big Truck Day”: Heavy
Metal takes on new meaning again Saturday,
October 4, 2008 from 10am to 2pm at the
Baltimore Public Works Museum when the
super BIG trucks of Baltimore’s
fleet roll up to the Museum for a day
of discovery. Come for a day of FREE
fun-filled activities which includes
the Truck Trail Game--an opportunity
to sit in, explore and learn about all
kind of cool trucks, join in Maryland
Public Television’s Bob the Vid-Tech
show and other creative activities. Rain
or Shine.
ARTSCAPE: Located
in the Kid’s Craft Area. Kids of
all ages can use their creativity to make ‘beautiful
birds’ from recycled materials easily
found around the home. All materials needed
are supplied for this FREE take home piece
of art. Make more art, not trash!
BALTIMORE
BOOK FESTIVAL: The history
of public works is fascinating and yours
to translate into a fanciful mask for
storytelling. Decorate your mask with
all kinds of appropriately interesting
recycled materials. Come join in the
FREE for ALL fun the last weekend in
September from noon to 5 p.m. at the
Kid’s Activity Area adjacent to
the Washington Monument. For event details
please visit www.baltimorebookfestival.com
BLACK
HISTORY MONTH:The
Museum is pleased to reach
out to the community with
a special event commemorating
Black History Month. Each
year we offer a unique approach
to entertain, educate and
inform visitors. Among our
most popular programming
is the age old tradition
of “Griot Storytelling” as
pictured here.
Check back this spring
for an update on Earth Day and National Public
Works Week events and activities.
