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Live History with Educational Programs

Educational Programs at the Old Davie School provide an up-close, hands-on experience that brings the story of the Everglades frontier to life. The Old Davie School educational programs can be adapted to meet the needs of your group, and welcomes public and private schools, homeschool groups and civic organizations.

For assistance with funding, ask your school about the School Board of Broward County’s Supplemental Arts and Sciences Program (SASP). Groups are welcome to bring their own bag lunches, and eat at the outdoor picnic tables or under the Chickee Hut after the tour. The gift shop is located in the Museum Office and available to student groups by request.

All programs are designed to meet the Florida Department of Education Common Core Standards.

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Reviews From Teachers

“As teachers, we enjoyed the overall experience and watching our students excitement as things taught in our classrooms came to life for them.”

“The curriculum that was taught was relevant and informative. Every activity was a learning opportunity.”

“My students are studying historical Florida and having an experience like this, really helps them understand what it was like back then.”

Step Back in Time
K – 5th grade

The Step Back in Time interactive program investigates life as it was for the pioneers of Davie and western Broward through artifacts, photographs, and hands-on activities. Tour the historic Davie School—built in 1918—and recreate the students’ first day. Students attend a lesson in the restored classroom and practice writing with dip ink pens and explore the museum exhibits.

Other activities may include a tour through the 1909 Florida Pioneer House and washing laundry on a washboard, meeting farm animals, pumping water from the well, making fresh orange juice or butter, or visiting the vegetable garden and authentic Seminole Chickee Hut.

Program Time:
2 Hour Program. Tuesday – Friday, by reservation only. The tour starts promptly at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 12:00 p.m.

Program Cost:
$10 per student; one chaperone required per ten students, admitted free. $8 additional chaperones.

Number of participants:
20 minimum, 100 maximum

Download the Step Back in Time Curriculum Guide with activities for students and additional information for teachers.

Curriculum Guide

Additional Program Opportunities

We can gear and adapt our program for any age-range or needs. Please contact our Education Director at education@olddavieschool.org for more information.

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Other Amazing Programs

High School Volunteers

Looking to earn volunteer hours for graduation requirements? Email join@olddavieschool.org to join our Contact List for upcoming opportunities!

Time Travelers Club
Summertime Program

The Time Travelers Club Summertime program is a chance for Summer Camps around Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach to visit the Old Davie School and experience an old-fashioned summertime! The 90-minute program takes campers back in time to what life was like for children 100 years ago.

Scheduling for the program begins in February.

Scout Programs

Interested in completing merit badge requirements or projects with the Old Davie School? Contact education@olddavieschool.org or call 954-797-1044 for more information.

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