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FEBRUARY IS AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH
A Celebration of African-American Artists
Presented by Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Grades: 3-12
Cost: $75/Free for Texas schools
Dates: February 4, 7, 8, 12, 14, 15, 18, 19, 21, 22, 25, 26, or 28
Times: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 12:30-1:30 p.m., or 1:30-2:30 p.m. CST
In honor of Black History Month, explore the Amon Carter’s collection to learn about the invaluable contributions of African-American artists in art history. Experience the work of artists using a variety of media across time periods and geography. Meet Carter Community Artists Christopher Blay and Lauren Cross, who are contributing to the lively art scene in Texas today.
Adinkra, Anansi and Achi! - Ghana
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 2-5
Cost: $65 (includes materials)
Dates: February 14 or 15
Times: 10:00-10:45 a.m., 11:00-11:45 a.m., 1:00-1:45 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting ewhitmore@theojac.org.
Through a reading of Anansi by author Gerald McDermott, students will explore themes of resourcefulness, selflessness and family relationships. After viewing a Ghanese artifact from the OJAC collection students will investigate the Adinkra cloth-printing process and its importance in Ashanti culture.Students will also discover the Ghanese children’s board game of Achi-a game that looks like a spider web and is played much like tic tac toe. Following discussion, students will create their own game boards inspired by Adinkra cloth and the web of Anansi the Spider.
Civil Rights and Kennedy's Legacy
Presented by The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Grades: 5-12
Cost: $100
ONLY available by request by contacting education@jfk.org.
One of the longest and most prominent civil rights demonstrations in Dallas occurred at the downtown Piccadilly Cafeteria from May 30 to July 2, 1964. Despite the presence of peaceful protesters for 28 consecutive days, cafeteria management would not permit African-American customers to order food until the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law. Through photographs, oral histories, speeches, and documents from The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, find out how African American protesters used the assassination of President Kennedy as inspiration for their freedom struggle and how Dallas' desegregation efforts connected to the national effort to secure civil rights.
Jacob's Ladder
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 4-8
Cost: $75 (includes materials)
Dates: February 21 or 22
Times: 10:00-10:45 a.m., 11:00-11:45 a.m., 1:00-1:45 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting ewhitmore@theojac.org.
Celebrate African-American Heritage with music and art! Investigate the significance of the story of Jacob's Ladder in African American culture during the time of slavery. Listen to a historical spiritual/folk song and examine the painting "Jacob's Dream," by W.M. Kelly Fearing. Students will participate in a discussion of their hopes and dreams for the future and then illustrate those dreams on rungs of an actual wooden, Jacob's Ladder toy.
FEATURED PROGRAMS
STEM in Action: Scribblebots
Presented by Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
Grades: 4-8
Cost: $140 (includes materials)
Dates: February 1, 8, 13, 14, 15, or 27
Times: 9:00-9:50 a.m., 10:00-10:50 a.m., 11:00-11:50 a.m., 1:00-1:50 p.m. or 2:00-2:50 p.m. CST
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting distancelearning@fwmsh.org.
The perfect combination of science, engineering and technology, scribblebots are motorized machines that move in chaotic ways, leaving interesting artistic patterns in their wake. Collaborative teams of students will move through the Engineering Design Process by making simple circuits and offset motors, then test and manipulate variables. The result is an interactive robot that demonstrates the scientific concepts of electricity, force, and motion with a wildly creative outcome.
All About Animals!
Presented by Fort Worth Zoo
Grades: Prek-6
Cost: $75
Dates: February 1, 18, 15, 22, 27, or 28
Times: 9:00-9:30 a.m., 9:30-10:00 a.m., 1:00-1:30 p.m., or 1:30-2:00 p.m. CST
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting abrooks@fortworthzoo.org.
Join us for an amazing program that's all about the animals. This 30 minute interactive program features two different live animals and a question and answer session with an animal outreach specialist. Discover amazing animal facts as we compare and contrast both animals and learn more about their unique adaptations.
American Immigrant Experiences
Presented by Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Grades: 4-12
Cost: $75/Free for Texas schools
Dates: February 1, 8, 15, or 22
Times: 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m. CST
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting distance.learning@cartermuseum.org.
Explore works of art by artists who immigrated to the United States. Learn about their stories and how the experience of immigrating influenced their art.
Virtual Zoology Lab: Nearshore
Presented by Texas State Aquarium
Grades: 3-5
Cost: $60
Date: February 19
Times: 8:00-8:30 a.m., 9:00-9:30 a.m., 10:00-10:30 a.m., 11:00-11:30 a.m., 12:00-12:30 p.m., 1:00-1:30 p.m., 2:00-2:30 p.m., or 3:00-3:30 p.m. CST
Also available by request at your preferred date/time by contacting aquavision@txstateaq.org.
Strolling along the seashore will take on new meaning as you discover the residents of nearshore habitats. Practice your STEM process skills of observation, data collection, science writing, and communication to tell the story of the seaside habitats.
Texas Estuarine Ecosystems - The Aransas Bay as a Model
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: 8-12
Cost: FREE
Date: February 20
Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m., 10:15-11:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., or 1:30-2:15 p.m. CST
The physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of the Aransas Bay Ecosystem will be described in detail with emphasis on the major species present and how they interact in this productive ecosystem.
RECORDING - Can't join us live on Feb. 20th? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within three business days after the live program.
Science Below Zero
Presented by Don Harrington Discovery Center
Grades: K-12
Cost: $165 interactive/$25 view only (up to 500 students)
Date: February 25
Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Science Below Zero examines some of the chilliest science on the planet. Students will discover the physical changes which occur when solids, liquids and gases are exposed to the extreme cold of liquid nitrogen. Audiences will be amazed as we use liquid nitrogen to demonstrate the EXPLOSIVE power of expansion for the grand finale!
Presidents George H.W. Bush and Theodore Roosevelt: Parallel Actions!
Presented by George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum
Grades: 3-8
Cost: FREE
Date: February 26
Times: 10:30-11:30 a.m., or 12:30-1:30 p.m. CST
Meet President George H.W. Bush’s favorite childhood President, Theodore Roosevelt! Both presidents were involved in U.S. military actions overseas in their twenties; had diplomatic dealings in Panama; believed in bringing together countries in friendship; were involved in conservation efforts across the United States and embraced the mentality of “speak softly and carry a big stick!"
Peter M. Small presents an enlightening, informative, and educational look at the life of the 26th president as it might have been told by Teddy Roosevelt himself. This program expresses laughter, love, forgiveness, character, determination, morals, leadership, and patriotism. Join us for this unforgettable experience!
RECORDING - Can't join us live on Feb. 26th? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within three business days after the live program.
REMINDERS
The Science of Magic
Grades: PreK-12
Cost: $165 (up to 500 students) or $25 view only
Date: January 29
Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m. or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting jnoble@dhdc.org.
Career Connections: Coastal Fisheries Division
Grades: 7-12
Cost: FREE
Date: January 30
Times: 9:00-9:45 a.m., 10:15-11:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., or 1:30-2:15 p.m. CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on January 30st? No problem!
President & Mrs. Bush In India, United Nations & Travel Diplomacy
Grades: 4-9
Cost: FREE
Date: January 31
Time: 10:00-11:15 a.m. CST
RECORDING - Can't join us live on January 31st? No problem!
Draw Like Picasso
Grades: 2-6
Cost: $35
Dates: February 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, or 14
Times: 9:00-9:50 a.m., 10:00-10:50 a.m., 11:00-11:50 a.m., 1:00-1:50 p.m., or 2:00-2:50 p.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting educator@thegracemuseum.org.
Poetry and American Art
Grades: 1-8
Cost: $75/Free for Texas schools
Dates: February 4 or 11
Time: 9:30-10:30 a.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting distance.learning@cartermuseum.org.
Lunar New Year - China
Grades: 4-6
Cost: $65 (includes materials)
Dates: February 6, 7 or 8
Times: 10:00-10:45 a.m., 11:00-11:45 a.m., 1:00-1:45 p.m., or 2:00-2:45 p.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting ewhitmore@theojac.org.
Mavericks, Dogies, and Drovers: Cattle Drives
Grades: 3-7
Cost: FREE
Dates: February 7, 14, 18, 19, or 27 (Dates for March, April & May are also posted for registration.)
Times: 8:30-9:20 a.m., 10:00-10:50 a.m., 11:00-11:50 a.m., or 1:00-1:50 p.m. CST
Also available by request by contacting Distance.Learning@TheStoryofTexas.com.
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