Teacher Programs

General Information and Schedule

Whether you're just starting out as an educator or if you've taught for years, the Washington State History Museum has opportunities for enrichment and continuing education all year long! Check out the workshops and special events listed below to find out how you can use museum resources in your classroom.

Pre-Service Programs

Workshops

Museum staff will bring information about state history and museum programming to your classroom. We will discuss resources available and introduce history and social studies integration.

Museum Visits

Bring your students to explore the museum and get a hands-on introduction to teaching social studies and Washington state history! A staff member will present resources to pre-service teachers before setting them loose to discover the galleries on their own.

For more information, contact Stephanie Lile, Head of Education, at 253/798-5878 or e-mail schoolprograms@wshs.wa.gov.

In-Service Programs

Professional Development Workshops

Looking for professional development opportunities for your school or district? Hoping for free, online curricular materials that support EALRs, GLEs, and CBAs? The Washington State History Museum’s Education Department is offering teacher in-service trainings at your school or ESD free of charge. From field trip basics to object-based inquiry methods, our education team is happy to present the bounty of resources available through the History Museum and Washington State Historical Society.

For more information or to book a professional development session for your staff, contact Stephanie Lile, Head of Education, at 253/798-5878 or e-mail schoolprograms@wshs.wa.gov.