Homeschool Days: Goods and Services (Grades 4th-7th)

Maymont’s field investigation programs are a great option for homeschooled students! Enrich your student’s environmental science, history and social studies with hands-on experiences and interactive learning tools that take advantage of Maymont’s new facilities as well as the historic 100-acre landscape.

About the Program: Goods & Services of the Gilded Age (grades 4-7)

James Dooley played a major role in the railroad business in Richmond and beyond. Investigate the transportation of goods and people by railroad and the social impact of accessibility during the Gilded Age and Jim Crow era by exploring Maymont. Participants will compare and contrast life in the past versus the present through digital experiences, primary sources and artifacts.

Additional Information

Free parking is available at the Historic Estate Entrance located at 1700 Hampton Street. The program will take place in the Active Learning Classroom located in the Stone Barn Welcome Center.

For questions, contact the Programming and Community Engagement Coordinator or (804) 358-7166, ext. 304.