Virtually Possible: Field Trips, Guest Speakers, and Using the Web to Connect

Arkansas students traveled to a variety of college campuses and museums, as well as to an archaeology center, virtual farms, New Jersey, Germany, our County Extension Office, and more, all without ever leaving the classroom.

Jessica CrumAugust 24, 2021Grades 9-12, AskATeacher, Games, Field Trips

The Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park in Scott, AR

The Toltec Mounds park interprets the largest and most complex mound site in the state and offers the rare opportunity to see archeological research at work.

Arkansas History, Geography, Social StudiesGuest UserAugust 10, 2021Field Trips

The Sultana Disaster Museum in Marion, Arkansas

By using primary source materials, learners can study the context around the disaster and deepen their understanding of American History and Geography, learning how trade and transport worked during and after the war, who was impacted, and how the decisions of a few individuals impacted entire groups of people.

Arkansas History, EconomicsGuest UserAugust 3, 2021Field Trips

The Fort Smith National Historic Site in Fort Smith, Arkansas

The Fort Smith Historic Site has history to explore and educational resources for all learners.

Arkansas History, Government, CivicsGuest UserJuly 27, 2021Field Trips

The Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum in North Little Rock, Arkansas

Since 2005, Arkansans have been able to explore the USS Razorback through open tours available through the Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The museum offers a variety of experiences and educational opportunities for interested learners.

Arkansas History, EconomicsGuest UserJuly 20, 2021Field Trips

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

This summer, Crystal Bridges is also offering celebratory new exhibitions and nuanced education programming. Prepare to enter a world of art, nature, and wonder, built right here in Arkansas! General admission to Crystal Bridges is always free.

ArtGuest UserJuly 13, 2021Field Trips

The Rohwer & Jerome Japanese American Relocation Centers in Southeast Arkansas

Learn about the two Japanese American internment camps that were located in Arkansas during WWII, and about the primary source materials you can review to learn more about this history.

Arkansas History, HistoryGuest UserJuly 6, 2021Field Trips

Scott Family Amazeum in Bentonville, Arkansas

Learn about some of the hands-on experiences offered through the Scott Family Amazeum.

Economics, Art, History, Civics, GovernmentGuest UserJune 29, 2021Field Trips

The Walmart Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas

Sam Walton wanted families living in rural parts of the country to have increased access to a larger variety of goods and services. While in Bentonville, Sam opened Walton’s 5&10, the original store which would eventually grow to become Walmart, which has grown to become the largest retailer and private employer in the world.

Economics, Personal FinanceGuest UserJune 22, 2021Field Trips

Central High School National Historic Site in Little Rock, Arkansas

No matter how you choose to spend the day, you’ll learn much about this important time in Arkansas’s history, see how that history is commemorated and recorded today, and be reminded that there is a great deal to learn, see, and do right in our own backyards.

Arkansas History, History, Civics, GovernmentGuest UserJune 15, 2021Field Trips