Costumed museum teachers at both sites bring the characters to life and interact with students to compare and contrast lifestyles. OK, there aren't any tigers, but there are lions, bells, pineapples and many other wonderful architectural details students will find along Second Street. Along the way they also learn about a variety of buildings in downtown Troy and discuss the related activities and jobs. The Community Scavenger Hunt focuses on components of a community and changing land uses. The Architectural Scavenger Hunt offers a more detailed look at the local history reflected by Troy's architecture.
Students take an active part in reading buildings and streetscapes.
Photographs, diaries, business records, city directories, maps and other primary and secondary materials can be duplicated for use in your classroom. Built Environment Education resources with activities and lessons on neighborhoods, community studies, architecture, design and city planning are also available for on-site use. Call for more information. We will help you plan a multi-site visit. Call for our scout program brochure.