Artifacts for the Classroom
History trunks offer a hands-on supplement for teachers to use within
their own classroom curriculum. The trunks provide an opportunity for
students to handle uniforms and field gear used by soldiers in a specific
war and to view documents and photos. Included inside each trunk is a
teacher’s guide that provides descriptions and interpretation of the
equipment, as well as activity ideas for the history trunk items. History
trunks can be effective in conjunction with a tour or as a separate
activity.
The First Division Museum has history trunks that focus on the American
Revolution, Civil War (Union and Confederate), World War I, World War II,
the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Two trunks may
be checked out at one time and kept for up to two weeks. Call the Museum
Educator at 630.260.8274 for reservations.
