Water Power Tour – Grades 9-12
Harness the power of water that operated mills along the Brandywine River through a walking tour of the Hagley powder yards. Students will explore the evolution of power sources used to manufacture black powder and will understand the principles of energy and power as illustrated by an operating waterwheel, a turbine-powered roll mill, a steam engine, and a new water weight activity. Incorporated topics include gravity, renewable resources, technology, and potential, kinetic, and mechanical energy.
• Time: 2 hours
• Group Size: 12-60
• Cost: $9 per student
• Curriculum Standards, Common Core: DE, PA, MD, NJ
Book your students’ field trip now by clicking the button above. Questions? Contact Bonnie Wirth, Group Tour Manager, at BWirth@hagley.org or calling us at 302-658-2400 x 259.
To find out more about education programs at Hagley, contact Education Program Coordinator Jeff Durst at (302) 658-2400, ext. 285 or jdurst@hagley.org.