Guided Tour
Yorkton
May 1, 2027 - June 25, 2027
Grades:
Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6
Subjects:
History, Social Studies
Program Cost:
$4.50 per student + GST
Length:
1 - 1.5 hours - allow additional time for further self-guided exploration
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Description
Our guides lead students through the indoor exhibits, sharing information and thought-provoking questions.
The visit begins with a video highlighting the history of Saskatchewan before it became a province in 1905. As students move through the Museum, they will be encouraged to compare and contrast their lives and experiences to those represented through stories and representations in the exhibits.
A stop in Times Square allows students the opportunity to engage with some hands-on artifacts. Experience sitting in a desk from a one-room school house, learn how laundry was cleaned before electricity and try using a cash register from long ago.
WDM Yorkton galleries that you will explore include:
- 100 Years of Saskatchewan History exhibit featuring displays about immigration and settlement in Saskatchewan, leisure activities and a 100 year timeline of Saskatchewan history
- Yorkton Local History exhibit
- Showcase Rooms featuring artifacts from different countries
- In A Prairie Attic: Bladon Family Toys exhibit
Download the full booklet with further program information (PDF).
There are four add-on opportunities to further enhance your self-guided visit (additional fees apply):
Ice Cream Making Demonstration
Additional Program Information
Curriculum Connections
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Social Studies
- DR1.1, DR1.5, RW1.2
- DR2.1, DR2.3
- IN3.1, RW3.3
- RW4.2, RW4.3
- DR5.3, RW5.1
- RW6.1
Chaperone Ratios
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Groups are expected to provide chaperones (including teachers) at a ratio of 1 adult per 5 students. These chaperones are admitted free of charge. Support staff and chaperones for students with significant needs are allowed at a 1:1 ratio at no charge.
Admission for additional adults beyond the required number is $12 each.
Visiting With Multiple Classes
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It is possible for two classes from the same school to participate in this program concurrently if Museum staff capacity allows. (Larger groups may be divided to ensure the quality of the delivery.) Both classes may book together, but must indicate the name and contact information of all educators that will be attending on their joint booking.
School Booking and Cancellation Policy
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Please review this information prior to completing your booking.
Museum Manners
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Please review this information with your class prior to attending your program.
Contact Us
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Please contact us for further information at 1-306-783-8361 or yorkton.ed@wdm.ca.
Guided tours are dependent on staff availability.
Program Type
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Museum-Led
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WDM staff or volunteers will lead you and your students through set programming. Museum staff or volunteers will:
- Greet your group when you arrive to introduce the program and review the Museum rules.
- Ensure that all required materials are ready.
- Lead and facilitate program activities.
Note: Chaperones are still required and will be asked to help students with some activities. Your students may not have a chance to explore the whole Museum as part of any one program.
