Early bird price expires on Aug 22, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Join us at the Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center for our Hands-On History Fall Friday Classes from September 12th-December 5th, 2025. Hands-On History provides safe, engaging learning opportunities for elementary & middle school students on Fridays when kids are not in school.
Site Coordinator: Antonia Ortiz
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 719-379-3512 ext 14
Class Themes:
Class 1: Make It Happen! Makerspace Hour
Bring your ideas to life in this hands-on makerspace class. Explore creativity through building, crafting, designing, and experimenting. From cool inventions to fun DIY projects, every session sparks imagination and problem-solving. Ready to create something awesome? Let’s make it happen!
Class 2: History and Heritage
Uncover the rich history and heritage of the San Luis Valley. Explore the cultures, people, and traditions that shaped the region through hands-on activities, creative projects, and storytelling. Join us on an unforgettable journey through time—where learning history is as fun as living it!
Class 3: Books Ahoy: Trickster Tales
They’re tricky and selfish, but they learn a big lesson in the end! Follow coyote, fox and other tricksters as they use cunning and wit to outsmart other animals in tales from around the world.
Class 4: Get Your Move On!
Get Your Move On and join the fun! This high-energy fitness class gets kids moving with games, dance, and exciting challenges that build strength, coordination, and confidence. It’s all about staying active, having a blast, and making new friends along the way. Don’t miss out—grab your sneakers and let’s get moving!
**Note about Class Schedules: Class will not be held on November 28th, which coincides with Thanksgiving.
Register today and receive automatic tuition assistance up to 70% off total tuition.
See Below for Tuition Assistance and opt in on the Tuition Section of the Registration form. Discounts will be applied by a staff member prior to your final invoice being sent out.
If you are or a family member work in agriculture or you have moved across school district lines in the last 3 years, you may qualify to attend for free. Please contact Antonia Ortiz ([email protected]) for more details.
**Note: The total estimated tuition will not reflect all of your qualifying discounts until a staff member has reviewed your registration and sent out a final invoice through a separate email. Your payment is not due at the time of registration.**
Contact Antonia Ortiz at 719-379-3512 or at [email protected] with additional questions.
09/12/2025, 09/19/2025, 09/26/2025, 10/03/2025, 10/10/2025, 10/17/2025, 10/24/2025, 10/31/2025, 11/07/2025, 11/14/2025, 11/21/2025, 11/28/2025, 12/05/2025
Participants must be entering grades 1 to 7.
Maximum: 15
Registration starts on 07/14/2025 and ends on 12/05/2025.
Please contact History Colorado if you have any questions.