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CONFLUENCE: A TALE OF TWO RIVERS September 2008 – June 2010 The longest river on the American East Coast, the
Susquehanna River, runs through 22 counties in NY, PA, and MD, and empties into
the Chesapeake Bay. Students will learn about the importance of this natural
resource and investigate its cultural, historical, and environmental
significance. Using the rivers as a point of orientation in interpreting the
area’s local history, ecology, and artistic inspiration, students will learn
about environmentalism, ecosystems, the rivers’ cultural significance and their
confluence as metaphor for integration and community today.
Confluence Pre-Visit, K-3 DOWNTOWN ARCHAEOLOGY: UNEARTHING BINGHAMTON February - October 2010 Explore artifacts found from a recent archaeological dig
site along one of Binghamton’s city blocks. Students are exposed to over 2000
years of local history that occurred on this site. Students observe artifacts
and participate in hands-on activities pertaining to Native Peoples and early
settlement through the late 1800s. Students “meet” the Mathers, an affluent
family who once lived along Binghamton’s bustling streets.
Downtown Archaeology Pre-Visit download HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS - A WINTER FANTASY December 1- December 31, 2009 This holiday season, discover the many ways people express
their cultural heritage. Explore holiday traditions of several ethnic groups
through exhibitions and programming including Roberson’s International Forest.
Enjoy the Magical Roberson Mansion, furnished and decorated for the season. A
seasonal planetarium show will round out your visit.
HISTORY AND ART DAY 2010 dates TBA Immerse your students in future career opportunities in
history and the arts. Students engage in hands-on activities led by museum
educators and professionals that create excitement and enthusiasm for art and
history professions
MEET THE MUSEUM $200/class This program includes a guided tour of Roberson’s permanent
and temporary exhibitions, the Roberson Mansion, a hands-on activity based on
the job of a curator, and a planetarium show. The program explores the functions
of a museum within its community as well as the people and activities that allow
it to come to life. (For groups coming several times in one year, we suggest
this for their first visit.)
Meet the Museum Pre-visit download STORYLAB / VOICES & VISIONS $200/class Explore concepts of culture and community including
immigration, change, diversity, tolerance, and respect in Voices & Visions. This
is a literature-based curriculum that is enhanced by using pre-visit materials.
Students participate in a studio art project related to multiculturalism and may
choose to visit a temporary exhibition.
Voices & Visions Pre-visit Lesson Plan 2-5 download LINK THROUGH TIME AND SPACE $200/class Investigate over 100 years of flight by exploring the role
Edwin A. Link played in the advancement of aviation, technology, and undersea
exploration. Full program activities include exploration with aerodynamics,
creative problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Link Pre-Visit
download IROQUOIS CULTURE $200/class Discover the Iroquois, their culture, their relationship
with the land, and how European culture has impacted native peoples while
exploring the Local History Gallery. Students create pinch pots and learn Native
American constellation legends in the Link Planetarium.
Iroquois Culture Pre-Visit 3-5 download ANATASIA $200/class The Romanov family ruled Russia for 300 years. In 1918, the last ruling Romanov, Nicholas II, and his family were executed and buried in a mass grave in Siberia. When the grave was exhumed, two of the bodies were missing, one being the body of Anastasia. Did Anastasia, the youngest of three daughters, miraculously escape execution? In this computer-interactive activity, students will meet Anna Anderson, who claimed to be the missing Anastasia, and use forensic tools, including DNA analysis, to uncover the mystery of Anastasia. You may choose to add on a DNA EXTRACTION program for
larger groups and a fee. In this program students learn DNA extraction’s use in
medical research, genetic engineering, and its forensic applications. Finally,
students extract DNA from a fruit sample.
DNA Jeopardy
Pre-Visit ART a la CARTE $200/class Be inspired by Roberson’s collections, permanent and
temporary exhibitions. Using critical thinking skills, students may interpret
works of art, create their own aesthetic response in the studio or sketch in the
gallery. Choose from different art lesson combinations when you schedule the
program.
Pre-Visit Download
LOCAL HISTORY a la CARTE $200/class Discover our community’s evolution from prehistoric times to
the present in the exhibition Community Transformed: Social Change in Broome
County; explore Broome County history with a timeline activity in the Visitor
Center or local industrialization in our Factory assembly line activity. Analyze
primary source documents and historic artifacts. Choose from different history
lesson combinations when you schedule the program
Listed below are choices of history activities and demonstrations for Roberson’s History a la Carte program. Please choose three activities from the following menu. (Additional choices can be added for an extra fee.) Please contact us if you have questions, (607) 772-0660 x 203.
Many of the Science Programs below have different pricing due to materials required. SUPER SCIENCE DAY March 26, 2010 Join us for a great fun-filled day of science programs.
Students participate in various activities throughout the Museum. Businesses
from the region are showcased, giving students an initial opportunity to learn
more about science-based careers. Students may see a planetarium show and
perform various labs in the Decker Life Science Learning Center. SCIENCE A LA CARTE $200/class Customize your visit according to a science theme and choose
from a menu of journey of a water molecule, nocturnal animals, polymers,
ecology, environmental science and more. Learn about the tools astronomers use
to study light. A selection list of the specific grade level offerings will be
sent when you schedule the program. A planetarium show may be included in this
visit. Listed below are choices of science activities and demonstrations for Roberson’s Science a la Carte program. Please choose two activities from the following menu. A planetarium show will be added to your two selections. (Additional choices can be added for an extra fee.) Please contact us if you have questions, (607) 772-0660 x 203.
RIVER STUDIES $200/class Discover the Chenango and Susquehanna River habitats by
engaging in an intensive field study. Students collect specimens and water
samples from the river, analyze the water samples and research specimens.
Students encounter an intensive field experience while enhancing their
scientific skills. This 2 ½ hour program is limited to a maximum of 25 students.
Pre-Visit Rivers
download MAGIC with MICROSCOPES! $200/class Discover a stunning new world hidden from the naked eye.
Students learn how to use compound and dissection microscopes. They will apply
scientific inquiry to the microscopic world through hands-on activities.
Students prepare their own slides and learn about the history of microscopes.
Students also learn about microscopes’ relationship with telescopes.
Pre-Visit
Microscopes
download GEL ELECTROPHORESIS $200/class, limited to 25 students total Students will investigate DNA using hands-on gel
electrophoresis techniques. A crime has occurred and your students have been
called to solve the mystery. Students are introduced to DNA fingerprinting. They
will be given DNA samples of 2 suspects, the victim and DNA that was found at
the crime scene. Your students will perform gel electrophoresis to compare the
DNA samples and find the culprit.
Gel Electrophoresis
Pre-Visit MYSTERY OF THE MONTH $200 for nine months of shipments Your school receives a mysterious artifact once a month
(September-May) for your classroom. Artifacts range from tools to toys and
relate to American History. Each shipment includes a teacher’s guide and a
context clue. This is a great way to get students excited about social history
through hands-on observation. Planetarium programs can be booked separately for $115/class, ($4.60/student for groups larger than 25 with a maximum of 50). Junior Astronauts (K through 1) This program provides an entertaining introduction for very young students to explore the night sky and discover how a planetarium works. Time permitting, an additional animated program may be included. Celestial Tour (Grades 2 and up) View seasonal stars and constellations as well as a program based on a current space topic (such as the Hubble Space Telescope, Moons of Saturn, etc). Content varies dependent on age level. Solar System Tour (Grades 2 and up) Travel the Solar System from the Sun to beyond Pluto. Content varies dependent on age level. Mission to Mars (Grades 3 and up) This new program offers an excellent option for students who already have a general knowledge of our solar system. The red planet is now hosting a variety of missions and our planetarium is the perfect venue to share the latest findings. Native Skies (Grades 3 through 7) Navigate the night sky with Native American lore, comparing indigenous constellation stories with those of Classical mythology. Cultural Connections (Grades 3 through 8) The sky and the stars were of great importance to nearly every ancient civilization. Learn how the Norse, Egyptians, Incans, and other cultures interpreted the constellations. Comprehensive Night Sky (Grades 4 and up) Entire program is devoted to viewing stars and constellations throughout each season of the year. Students will learn how to read a sky map and learn some classic constellation stories. Star distance and color will also be investigated. Earth Science Review (Grades 8 and up) This program explains celestial coordinates, Sun and moon positions in the sky, Moon phases, etc. Content can be catered to students’ needs (call ext. 236 for requests). Cultural Connections (Grades 3 through 8) The sky and the stars were of great importance to nearly every ancient civilization. Learn how the Norse, Egyptians, Incans, and other cultures interpreted the constellations.
All shows include a look at the night sky and may include newly discovered information. Updates from NASA are added monthly. Teachers can request a copy of the current sky map. Coming in Fall 2010: Home-Grown This multi-disciplinary exhibition will focus on our area’s
greatest natural resource: wood! Trees shade us from the summer sun; in the
autumn, they provide us with delicious fruit and a spectacular seasonal display
of color. Our houses are made from them, as well as our furniture, and even the
books we read. Their life affects our life – our climate and the air we breathe.
Through the art, science and history of wood, Homegrown celebrates and explores
the many roles that trees and their products play in our world. Depending on age
level, topics explored may include plant taxonomy, photosynthesis, and leaf
printing. Coming in Fall 2010: Champions! Champions! is an exhibition that explores the history of
sports in our community. Investigate local legends from baseball and hockey
teams. Learn some surprising facts about horseracing and more. The chart below provides a quick glance at the programs available to each grade-level.
Roberson programs are offered 12 months a year. Reservations are required at least four weeks in advance to ensure program availability and the best educational experience for everyone. For more information and/or to schedule a class at
Roberson, contact Central Scheduling at Roberson, (607) 772-0660, ext. 203 or
toll free (888) 269-5325, ext. 203. Roberson scheduling can also be started by
filling in the form on the website. You should verify the details of your confirmation with Central Scheduling (ext. 203) two weeks prior to your visit. Late arrivals: Unfortunately, school groups arriving late will have an abbreviated program schedule. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made less than 2 weeks prior to the scheduled visit will result in a $30 cancellation fee per group. Teachers and chaperones are admitted free of charge at a ratio of one adult to ten students. Additional adults will need to pay regular group admission. Adults are asked to stay with their groups at all times to supervise students. Chaperones are asked not to bring younger children with them. Lunches: We can provide an area for students to eat their own bag lunches on first come, first served basis. Please pack lunches in boxes or coolers so they can be used easily. Weather permitting, picnic areas are available. Prices: $200/group of a maximum of 25 students. Prices vary for some science programs and special programs such as Super Science Day and History & Art Day. Wherever possible, the price has been listed with the program name in this brochure. Programs include two or three different activities and last approximately 2 ½ hours. Planetarium programs can be booked separately for $115 for up to 25 students, ($4.60/student extra up to a maximum of 50). For a list of BOCES aidable programs, refer to the
Broome-Tioga BOCES Services Guide available from your superintendent or at
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