America 250 - April 16, 2026
To celebrate America 250, the 250thAnniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we’ll look at how Ohio and its people have shaped American history.
- Ages 3-5 will learn about the American flag, how it was made and how a flag is an important symbol for a country.
- Ages 6-8 will learn about presidents from Ohio and the basics of voting through age-appropriate interactive games and historical materials.
- Ages 9-12 will learn how surveyors charted the course of American history, how cartographers made maps in unfamiliar lands, and how pioneers like Moses Cleveland planned out cities.
- Ages 13+ will discover how museums interpret American historical artifacts through hands-on activities.
Program Admission rates:
- Students (ages 3-18; pre-registration highly recommended): $8
- Parents/Guardians: Free
- Children ages 0-2: Free
- Parking: $8 per car, flat rate - paid onsite at CHC before leaving.
Logistical Information:
- All programs run from 10am-12pm on the program date.
- Please arrive by 9:50am to check in so we may start on time.
- Families may bring packed lunches to eat onsite after the program.
- Admission to a Homeschool Field Trip Day includes admission to the museum for the rest of the day.
Please note: homeschool groups or collectives may also schedule group tours or programs at WRHS. Options for the Cleveland History Center are available here.
Any questions? Contact education@wrhs.org or call 216-721-5722 ext. 1503.
