Christmas 1910 – In-Museum Program

Students will learn about 1910 settler Christmas traditions through in-classroom activities and an in-Museum imaginary shopping trip and tour of a special Christmas exhibit at WDM Saskatoon.

Important!

Due to the realities of the COVID-19 pandemic, our Christmas 1910 program will be somewhat different this year. Please read the information on this page carefully.

Grades

Grade 3

Locations

Saskatoon

Date

December 5, 2022 - December 16, 2022 | Saskatoon

Subjects

Arts Education | Social Studies

Program Cost

$3.50 per student

Length

1.5 hours

Program Type

Teacher Led Program led by a teacher, with guidance from Museum staff.

Description

During this program, students learn about settler life and Christmas traditions in the early part of the 20th century. The program includes pre and post-Museum visit activities as well as a teacher-led in-Museum imaginary shopping trip in the Boomtown gallery learning about the types of gifts given during the holiday season and how much they cost.

Christmas 1910 – Full Program Information (PDF)

“We really enjoyed Christmas shopping in Boomtown. Everything was well organized and the students had an exciting and authentic experience.” – Teacher, 2021

 

Curriculum Connections

Grade 3 Social Studies IN3.1; IN3.2; IN3.3, Math N3.1; N3.2, Arts Education CP3.8

 

How to book or inquire

Register for Christmas 1910 at WDM Saskatoon >>

Space is limited for this program. You will receive a reply from us by November 24 letting you know whether we you have been accepted for the Christmas 1910 program or not.

 

If you have questions, please contact Courtney at ctuck@wdm.ca or 1-306-931-1910.

“The students absolutely loved it and it was an easy process to plan. The WDM staff were great and it was an excellent overall experience. Thank you!” – Teacher, 2021

 

Museum Manners & Program Rules

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