Fort Garland Hands-On History Fall Friday Classes 2026

  • Class
Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center: 29477 CO-159, Fort Garland, CO 81133, USA
Sep 11 2026
Dec 04 2026
Semester Cost
$300.00 USD $270.00 USD

Early bird price expires on Aug 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM

  1. Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Description

Join us at the Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center for our Hands-On History Fall Friday Classes from September 11th-December 4th, 2026. Hands-On History provides safe, engaging learning opportunities for elementary & middle school students on Fridays when kids are not in school.

Site Coordinator: Antonia Velasquez

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 719-379-3512 ext 14

**Note about Class Schedules: Class will not be held on November 27th, which coincides with Thanksgiving.


 

Class Themes:

Class 1: Celebrate! Colorado

Celebrate 150 years of Colorado with an adventure through the Centennial State! Explore towering mountains, local wildlife, gold rush history, and the inventions, art, and cultures that make Colorado unique. From hands-on activities to fun facts and games, this class is packed with Rocky Mountain-sized excitement! 

Class 2: Explore! Colorado’s 4 Elements

Discover the power of earth, water, air, and fire in this exciting hands-on science adventure! Explore how the four elements shape Colorado’s mountains, weather, rivers, and  history through experiments, art, games, and outdoor-inspired activities. From erupting volcanoes to rushing rivers and windy weather wonders, this class brings the forces of nature to life! 

 

Class 3: Dig! Archaeology in Action

Grab your tools and uncover the past in Dig! Archaeology in Action! Explore how artifacts, fossils, and historic sites like Fort Garland help us learn about Colorado’s early settlers, soldiers, and frontier life. Through hands-on excavation activities and mystery discoveries, piece together clues from Colorado’s rich history like real archaeologists! 

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The daily rate for attendance is $25 or $300 for the semester. Complete the registration process to indicate the tuition assistance options you qualify for.


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.

  • 10%- History Colorado Member or 4th Grade History Buffs
  • 10%- Early Bird Registration (automatically applied through August 22nd)
  • 20%- Multiple Children Enrolled (automatically applied) 
  • 10%- Educator/First Responder/Military
  • 10%- Past Hands-on History Enrollment (must have enrolled in a past program in the last 6 months)
  • 20%- History Colorado Staff or Volunteer
  • 40%- For families that qualify for Free and Reduced Lunches

**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.**

 

Class dates

09/11/2026, 09/18/2026, 09/25/2026, 10/02/2026, 10/09/2026, 10/16/2026, 10/23/2026, 10/30/2026, 11/06/2026, 11/13/2026, 11/20/2026, 12/04/2026

Restrictions

Participants must be entering grades 1 to 7.

Program enrollment capacity

Maximum: 15

Registration period

Registration starts on 07/13/2026 and ends on 12/04/2026.

In-person location

Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center: 29477 CO-159, Fort Garland, CO 81133, USA
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