Homeschool Programs

Strawbery Banke welcomes families to step into the past in-person and virtually for learning and discovery in the historic neighborhood of Puddle Dock. Explore traditional arts and crafts such as basket weaving and woodworking, learn how to write a historical fiction book, solve mysteries using documents, images, and objects, and so much more!

Strawbery Banke offers financial assistance through the History Within Reach fund to make programs accessible to as many families as possible. Please fill out the form via the button below to apply.

History Within Reach is sponsored in part by the Georgia-Pacific Foundation and the generosity of individual donors

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  • Living on Turtle Island: Abenaki Heritage Past and Present

    Wednesday, October 29, 2025,
    10 AM - 12:30 PM

    Discover New Hampshire’s Indigenous heritage by exploring Abenaki culture! Try your hand at storytelling, learn how to care for New England’s natural resources, build a model of a wigwam, make delicious pemmican, and play a traditional guessing game.  Students will visit three historic buildings, including the People of the Dawnland exhibit. Topics include cultural traditions, New England history, geography, foodways, communication, and conservation. Designed for ages 7-11.

    Cost: $15.00 for first student, 10% off each additional student. One adult per family group is allowed to attend.

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  • A History of Thanksgiving for Homeschoolers

    Wednesday, November 19, 2025,
    1 PM - 3 PM - Full!

    To join a waiting list, contact Krysten Schmelzer, Communications and Ticketing Coordinator, via kschmelzer@sbmuseum.org.

    Discover how Thanksgiving transcended time, place and culture to become the uniquely American holiday celebrated today. Try old-fashioned cooking, talk with costumed roleplayers and make a Victorian charity basket. In small groups guided by a museum educator, participants find the common themes of this holiday over four centuries: charity, gratitude and the celebration of family and community. Designed for children ages 6-12. Those ages 6 to 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. 9-12 year olds can participate without an accompanying adult.

    Price: $15.00 for first student, 10% off each additional student.

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Winter Homeschool Program Registration

Member registration begins Monday, November 17, 2025, at 10 AM.
Nonmember registration begins on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 10 AM.

Winter Programs

  • Winter Celebrations Tour

    Wednesday, January 7, 2026
    Tour times: 9–11 AM, 10 AM–12 PM, 12–2 PM, 1–3 PM

    Explore winter holiday traditions in New England. This interactive tour explores the history of winter holidays in New England. Participants craft a take-home ornament, decorate a Christmas tree in Victorian style, uncover immigrant traditions from the turn of the century, and learn about the challenges of celebrating Christmas during World War II.

    Designed for ages 6–12. An adult must accompany ages 6–8.

    $15 for the first student, 10% off each additional.

  • Rebels & Revolutionaries: A Virtual Program

    Wednesdays, January 14, 21, 28 & February 4, 2026
    10–11 AM

    Examine pivotal moments in the nation’s founding using primary sources and historical readings. Classes emphasize placing events in context, understanding how historians gather and interpret evidence, and examining the past from multiple perspectives. Along the way, students sharpen their research skills and build confidence in sharing their own interpretations and ideas.

    Designed for ages 10+.

    $40 for the first student, $20 each additional.

  • Writing History: A Virtual Program

    Wednesdays, February 11, 18, 25 & March 4, 11, 2026
    10–11 AM

    Discover the art of creative writing through the lens of history. Guided by a professional author, homeschoolers sharpen their writing skills, explore real historical primary and secondary sources, and expand their imaginations. By the end of the month, each student will have either a polished piece of writing or the first chapter of a book to continue at home.

    Designed for ages 10+.

    $40 for the first student, $20 each additional.