Historic Ramsey House Educational Programs
Historic Ramsey House offers students a memorable, immersive educational experience they'll cherish for years to come. Through engaging tours and interactive activities, students will step back in time to discover life in 1700s Tennessee, exploring the world of the Ramsey family and other residents of the property. They'll also learn about the significant contributions these individuals made to the community.
Program Details
- Grades: K-12
- Group Size: Recommended 40 or fewer (including teachers/chaperones); however, larger groups can be accommodated.
- Program Length: 2 - 2.5 hours, depending on program choices.
- Cost:
- $6.00 per student
- $5.00 per chaperone
- Teachers and bus drivers are free
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The Ramsey House Educational Experience
Guided Tour
Students will experience a guided tour of the original 1797 stone mansion, learning about:
- A frontier kitchen
- Period furnishings
- The Ramsey family's role in the development of Tennessee and Knoxville
- Enslaved persons at the Ramsey House
- Our Blacksmith Shop
Hands-On Activities
- Toys & Games: Play historical games as the Ramsey children once did.
Plus Choose One Additional Activity:
- Butter Churning – Experience the effort required to churn butter and enjoy a delicious reward! (Allergy Info: Dairy & Gluten)
- Write a Summons – Discover Colonel Ramsey’s role as a court clerk and practice writing a court summons with a quill and ink, including letter folding and sealing.
Add On Events
- Heritage Bracelet – Learn about the vital role enslaved men and women played in the Ramsey household and create a heritage bracelet. +$2.00 per student.
- Candle Dipping (2nd Grade & up) – Learn about candle-making in frontier Tennessee and dip a candle to take home. +$2.00 per student.
Additional Information & Reservations
- Minimum Group Size: 10 students for discounted rates
- Facilities Available: Picnic area, indoor eating facilities (in case of rain), restrooms, and museum gift shop
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