Industrial America – Grades 9-12
Experience the rapid changes and innovation of the Industrial Revolution. The Hagley powder yards and mill communities were a microcosm of this era of technological growth and societal changes. Students on this walking tour discover the impact of mechanization, immigration, and American expansion through the eyes of real people who worked in and lived near the powder yards in the 1800s. Each student receives a biography of either a du Pont family member or mill worker and will actively participate as they visit sites throughout the powder yards.
• Time: 2.5 hours
• Group Size: 12-75
• Cost: $9 per student
• Curriculum Standards:
DE: History 1, 2, & 4, Economics 1
PA: Technology and Engineering Education 3.4, History 8.1 & 8.3
MD: Social Studies 4: Economics, Social Studies 5: History
NJ: Social Studies 6.1: US History
Mill Owners’ World – Grades 9-12
Step into the lives of the du Pont family by visiting Eleutherian Mills. When E. I. du Pont founded his company, he also built his home close to the powder yards to share the work and risk of his new venture. Students take an up-close tour of the residence, the First Office, barn, and restored E.I. du Pont garden. This tour requires the use of your school bus on site.
• Time: 2 hours
• Group Size: 12-75
• Cost: $9 per student
• Curriculum Standards:
DE: History 1 & 4
PA: History 8.1 & 8.3
MD: Social Studies 5: History
NJ: Social Studies 6.1: US History
For a longer program, or to accommodate a larger group, we recommend combining with the Industrial America tour.
Hidden Story Tour – Grades 6-12
Take a personalized tour through the historic DuPont powder yard along the beautiful Brandywine. Hear stories about nineteenth-century life and work and see demonstrations showcasing early industrial technology.
• Time: 2 hours
• Group Size: 12-75
• Cost: $9 per student
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.