Our Commitment to Education
Responding to the need for a greater understanding of Long Island history, the Society has developed outstanding educational programs for elementary school children. Available to all Long Island schools (and Summer Camps), these programs are designed to implement New York State and National Standards for local history instruction. Students learn about the Colonial and Civil War periods though hands-on, immersive activities during our school-year and summer field trips. Many elementary teachers bring their classes back year after year. During the 2023-24 school year, the Society hosted over 2500 children.
Our Field Trip
Plan an unforgettable field trip with us! Each student can join for just $15, while teachers and chaperones accompany for free. We require a minimum of four chaperones to help with hands-on activities. Our educators can tailor the experience to suit different age groups and are flexible with scheduling. For more details and to book your visit, reach out to our Program Coordinator at 631-265-6768 or programcoordinator@smithtownhistorical.org.
