Homeschool Day
Fall Homeschool Day at the Marshall Steam Museum & Auburn Valley State Park
Tuesday, October 14, from 10 am to 1 pm
Explore, Discover, Create!
Join us for a day of hands-on learning at Auburn Heights! Best suited for homeschool families with children in grades 1 – 5, this interactive day brings history, engineering and nature to life.
Program Admission:
$25/participating child (grades 1 – 5)
Includes grade-specific activities, entry into the Marshall Steam Museum & Auburn Valley State Park’s Marshall Mansion, and train rides!
$15/adult or non-participating child, infants free
Families who have children outside the recommended grade range are still welcome to come along as a non-participant! They can explore the Marshall Steam Museum, Auburn Heights mansion, outdoor activities, park trails and enjoy rides on the Auburn Valley Railroad.
What to Expect:
Participants can enjoy “open house style” wandering between engaging stations and activities:
- Auburn Valley State Parks & Marshall Mansion
- Hunt for simple machines inside the 1897 Victorian house
- Discover early local industries, including mills, with steam-power demonstrations
- Take a walk along paved park trails past an 18th& 19th century mill site and other historic structures and sites
- Marshall Steam Museum
- Enjoy rides on the Auburn Valley Railroad from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Design and build their own vehicle using recycled materials, inspired by early automotive engineering
- Stop by the activity table to design your own paper pocket watch
Please note:
- All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout their time here
- Picnic tables are available for participants to eat a bagged lunch outside. Be aware that we do not sell or provide food nor do we have fridge space.
- Cell phone service in the area is poor, once on site WiFi is available ( Network : Auburn Heights Guest Password : steam123)