The Raupp Memorial Museum is proud to offer several exciting educational programs for school groups, scout groups, and community groups. The following programs are available Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Please call Debbie Fandrei at (847) 459-2318 to schedule one of the following great programs!
Cows Are Cool
This fun program introduces children to the life of a dairy farmer in turn-of-the-century Buffalo Grove. Participants get a hands-on experience by milking the museum's working replica dairy cow, churning butter, and playing old-fashioned games. Preschool-3rd Grade.
Buffalo Grove
Then And Now
Educational Packet Available
This program showcases the changes that have occurred in Buffalo Grove during the past 100 years. First, students look at a series of artifacts that span a century to see how one object changes over time. Then, a slide show contrasts pictures of past Buffalo Grove buildings with the buildings that currently stand in those locations. Finally, an artifact guessing game encourages children to have fun with history. 1st-5th Grade.
Packing For Pioneer Life
Educational Packet Available
This program covers Buffalo Grove’s history from settlement to the 1850s. Students start by brainstorming a pioneer’s needs in settling Buffalo Grove. Next, the museum educator opens a pioneer trunk filled with reproduction artifacts, and students discuss the uses of each item, and which pioneer need the item would fulfill. Finally, students use their new knowledge in a hands-on packing activity. 3rd-4th Grade
Potawatomi Pathways
Educational Packet Available
This program on Native American history allows students to touch reproduction Potawatomi artifacts, listen to a Native American folktale, and play a hands-on game with animal footprints. Older students can try a different game which allows them to simulate a Native American trading post. Preschool-5th Grade
