Children's Chores

First Grade

Visit an authentic 19th century log cabin where history comes alive to let students experience the world through the eyes of Michigan pioneer children. A lively presentation will engage students' imaginations, and hands-on activities will provide them with an opportunity to immerse themselves in typical daily chores. Butter making, egg gathering, hauling wood, carding wool, weaving on a small loom, shouldering a yoke, and other seasonal activities may all be part of this exciting educational program. Teachers provide the supplies to make butter. Children's Chores is not available December through March because of the extreme cold in the cabin. (Approximate program duration 1.5 hours.)