Good morning, how are you? I wanted to bring you our Homeschool Resources: Online Video Courses and Virtual Field Trips. I don’t know about where you are this morning but it’s too cold here to venture outside. I’m so excited we can go on a Virtual Field Trip instead of venturing outside.
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Old Fort Niagara– All grades; children with parental supervision
Take a virtual field trip to Old Fort Niagara in Youngstown, New York at the mouth of the Niagara River.
When you arrive at the site, you’re ready for your Virtual Tour! The page, via photos and reading, will help you navigate the fort grounds and points of interest.
Highlights include:
- French Castle – includes views of the Commandant’s quarters, Jesuit Chapel, Soldier’s Barracks, trade room, and officer’s mess
- Bake House – Explore the workspace for the fort baker.
- The River Defenses – view of the river from cannon station
- Powder Magazine – Discover the storage space for ammunition and gun powder.
- North Redoubt – Examine the British 1770’s addition to Fort Niagara’s defenses.
When you have finished your tour, check out the other educational materials available at the site using the links at the top of the page:
- History – Read about the 300-year history of the fort as well as read a featured article focused on a specific historical event at the fort.
- Education – Select the Pre-Visit Materials link in the drop-down menu to download Old Fort Niagara’s colorful PDF booklet “Flintlocks & Council Fires” that includes history, activities, and links to videos.
- Gallery – See “Static Images” of re-enactments, buildings, and more as well as find a link to the Old Fort Niagara Association’s YouTube page of videos.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
