Becoming a Botanist
Learn about the first botanist who traveled through the Hinton area over 200 years ago. Discover his day-to-day struggles and adventures within the pages of his journal and get hands-on training to become a botanist just like him. Activities include: plant dissection, plant part identification, and planting a seed to take home.
Cost: $5 per participant
Duration: 1.5 hours
Curriculum Outcomes
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Science, Living Systems
Students investigate and examine the needs of plants and animals.
Students will learn about the plants and animals documented by David Drummond in 1825.
Science, Scientific Methods
Students engage in and describe investigations.
Students will dissect a plant to identify and understand its different parts and functions.
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Science, Living Systems
Students investigate and examine the needs of plants and animals.
Students will learn about the various plants and animals that Thomas Drummond classified during his exploration in 1825.
Science, Scientific Methods
Students engage in and describe investigations.
Students will perform plant dissections to study plant structures and their purposes.
Social Studies 2.1.1
Appreciate the physical and human geography of the communities studied.
Learn the story of botanist Thomas Drummond and his studies in the local area.
Social Studies 2.2.1
Appreciate how stories of the past connect individuals and communities to the present.
Understand how Thomas Drummond’s discoveries have influenced and shaped the local region.
Social Studies 2.2.7
Examine how the community studied has changed by exploring and reflecting.
Explore what the area looked like during Thomas Drummond's time in 1825 compared to today.
Social Studies 2.S.2
Develop skills of historical thinking.
Listen to and analyze accounts of local history related to botanical exploration.
Social Studies 2.S.7
Apply the research process.
Utilize learned knowledge to conduct plant dissections and document findings.
Social Studies 2.S.8
Demonstrate skills in oral, written, and visual literacy.
Engage with and interpret information from botanical journals and resources.
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Science, Living Systems
Students analyze organisms and relate external structures to functions.
Through plant dissection, students will learn about various plant structures and their specific functions.
Social Studies 4.1.1
Value Alberta’s physical geography and natural environment.
Discover unique plant species native to the area through Thomas Drummond’s explorations.
Social Studies 4.2.1
Appreciate how an understanding of Alberta’s peoples, history, and stories contributes to their sense of belonging and identity.
Learn about the interactions and contributions of Métis and European explorers in the region's history.
Social Studies 4.3.3
Examine, critically, Alberta’s changing cultural and social dynamics by exploring and reflecting.
Discuss how the land and its resources have influenced cultural development and lifestyles in the area.
Make the most of your visit with our awesome add-ons!
Pedley Pony Race
GRADES 1 & 2 Teacher Favourite
Learn about local industry history through the museum’s hobby horses, then take the horses on a race through our obstacle course.
Cost: $10/class Duration: 30 minutes
Curriculum Outcomes
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Social 1.1.5
Distinguish geographic features in their own community from other communities by exploring and reflecting.
Learn about Hinton’s history and the different historic features of the town.
Physical Education and Wellness, Movement Skill Development
Students exhibit spatial awareness during a variety of physical activities.
Students will race through an obstacle course.
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Social 1.1.5
Distinguish geographic features in their community from other communities by exploring and reflecting.
Learn about Hinton’s history and the different historic features of the town.
Physical Education and Wellness, Movement Skill Development
Students exhibit spatial awareness during a variety of physical activities.
Students will race through an obstacle course.
Water, Water
GRADES 1 & 2 New Addition!
30 minutes Through play in the museum’s Water Table, learn about local environments and animals.
Notes: Only available after May Long Weekend
Cost: $3/participant Duration: 30 minutes
Curriculum Outcomes
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Science, Living Systems
Students investigate and examine the needs of plants and animals.
Students will learn how different local species live and move in and around the Athabasca River.
Science, Earth Systems
Students analyze environments and investigate interactions and changes.
Students will investigate the behavior and movements of local animals.
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Science, Living Systems
Students investigate and examine the needs of plants and animals.
Students will learn how different local species live and move in and around the Athabasca River.
Science, Earth Systems
Students analyze environments and investigate interactions and changes.
Students will investigate the behavior and movements of local animals.
Pioneer Life Skills
GRADES 1 & 2 Teacher Favourite
Become a pioneer for a day! Learn how to make butter, wash and hang clothes to dry and create a pioneer toy to take home.
Cost: $3/participant Duration: 1 hour
Curriculum Outcomes
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Art Level 1 Component 10 Media and Techniques, Fabric Arts
Construct a fabric doll.
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Art Level 1 Component 10 Media and Techniques, Fabric Arts.
Construct a fabric doll.
Garden Bugs
GRADES 1, 2 & 4
Paint rocks to create cute bugs to take home to display in the garden or in your classrooms.
Cost: $2/participant Duration: 45 min
Curriculum Outcomes
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Art Level 1, Media and Technique, Painting
Develop fine motor skills and creativity by designing and painting bug-themed rock art.
Science, Living Systems
Students investigate and examine the needs of plants and animals.
Understand the importance of insects in maintaining healthy garden ecosystems.
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Art Level 1, Media and Technique, Painting
Enhance artistic expression by creating detailed and imaginative bug designs on rocks.
Science, Living Systems
Students explore the growth and development of plants and animals and their relationships to humans.
Discuss the interactions between garden bugs and plant life.
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Art Level 3, Media and Technique, Painting
Apply advanced painting techniques to create realistic or stylized representations of insects.
Science, Living Systems
Students analyze organisms and relate external structures to functions.
Study insect anatomy and reflect this understanding in their painted creations.
Flower Frame
GRADES 1 & 2
Learn about foraging and preserving foraged plants in a decorative frame.
Cost: $3/participant Duration: 30 min
Curriculum Outcomes
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Science, Living Systems
Students investigate and examine the needs of plants and animals.
Learn about sustainable foraging practices and the importance of plants in ecosystems.
Science, Earth Systems
Students analyze environments and investigate interactions and changes.
Explore outdoor environments to collect plant specimens responsibly.
Art Level 1, Media and Technique, Mixed Media
Design and assemble a plant-based art piece, enhancing understanding of natural materials.
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Science, Living Systems
Students investigate the growth and development of plants and animals and consider their relationship to humans.
Understand the life cycles of local plants and their uses in daily life.
Science, Earth Systems
Students analyze environments and investigate interactions and changes.
Conduct outdoor explorations to gather information and materials collaboratively.
Art Level 1, Media and Technique, Mixed Media
Create a framed artwork incorporating preserved plants, focusing on artistic techniques and aesthetics.
Birch Tree Art
GRADE 4
Make a day of creativity by adding this art class to your program. Participants learn new art techniques and create a beautiful piece that honors the woods we live in and share with our community and wildlife.
Cost: $8/participant Duration: 1.5 hours
Curriculum Outcomes
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Art Level 3, Qualities and Details
Develop a pleasing composition using different textures and layers to depict depth and perspective in their artwork.
Art Level 3, Media and Technique, Painting
Utilize various painting techniques and mixed media elements on canvas to create a detailed birch tree scene reflecting local natural environments.
Science, Living Systems
Students analyze organisms and their habitats.
Understand the significance of birch trees in local ecosystems and their role in supporting wildlife.