Black History Month - February 20, 2025
Cleveland’s Black community has played a critical role in making our city what it is today. For February, we explore their contributions.
- Ages 3-5 will learn about prominent African-Americans who influenced the transportation industry in Cleveland.
- Ages 6-8 and 9-12 will examine how African-Americans in Cleveland during the early 20th century built strong community bonds.
- Ages 13+ will explore Cleveland’s contributions to the Underground Railroad in the lead-up to the Civil War.
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.
A Homeschool Field Trip Season Pass is available for 2024-2025 at $55. Click here to purchase through our online store. Purchasing a Season Pass guarantees your spot for all eight sessions over the course of the year.
If you participate in the Ohio Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) educational savings account program, your Homeschool Field Trip admissions may be eligible for reimbursement. However, if you are considering purchasing a WRHS membership for reimbursement through that program, please note that program rules only allow reimbursement approvals for the $90 Household membership and (new!) the $125 Passport membership.
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.
