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Immersive Programs

Take your field trip to the next level!

Looking for more than just another field trip? These immersive experiences were designed around ODE learning standards for multiple grade bands. Each one of them is unique and engaging. You won't find anything like them anywhere else. Scroll down and expand the tabs to get more details about each one of them. Please note: Underground Railroad days (March 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, April 2, 3, 9, 10, 11) are only available for a booking that includes The Ohio Underground Railroad program. Museum-only field trips are available April 23, 24, 25, 30, May 1, 2, 7, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23.

Underground Railroad - Grades 4-8

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Slavery, illegal in Ohio due to the Northwest Ordinance, is openly practiced throughout the South. The full story is more complex: There are the Ohio Black Codes, Joshua McCarter Simpson and a network of conductors and connectors, all rolled into one state. What do these different elements have to do with the history of the Underground Railroad here in Ohio, and how do they work together? There’s only one way to find out. Come and experience a story of heroes, agency, complicated humanity, and everything in between at The Ohio Underground Railroad. Offered on select dates in March and April, 2025.

  • Location: Ohio History Center
  • Availability: March 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 26, 27, April 2, 3, 9, 10, 11 with special homeschool day on March 28
  • Time Allowance: 1 ½ hours
  • Minimum: 20 students
  • Maximum: 50 students
  • Cost 24/25 SY: $10/student; $5/chaperone; Free/teacher (includes admission to the Ohio History Center)
  • Cost 2/26 SY: $12/student; $6/chaperone; Free/teacher (includes admission to the Ohio History Center)

Aligned to Ohio’s New Learning Standards for Social Studies

Grade: 4 - 8

Aligned to Ohio’s New Learning Standards for English Language Arts

CCR Anchor Standard for Speaking and Listening: 2, 3, 4

Please note: Due to construction and infrastructure improvements in Ohio Village, The Ohio Underground Railroad will take place in the Ohio History Center museum in 2025. Our program maintains its strong focus on student interactions with authentic characters and stories, connections and critical thinking. The Ohio Underground Railroad meets Ohio Learning Standards for 4th grade.

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