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Fort Garland Hands-On History
Join us at the Fort Garland Museum for Hands-on History! Hands-On History provides exciting educational experiences for students (grades 1st through 8th) when they are not in school. We will be offering Winter Break Camp, Spring Friday Classes, Spring Break Camp, Summer Camp, and Fall Friday Classes.
For more information about our Hands-On History offerings and programs, contact our education coordinator Antonia Ortiz at antonia.ortiz@state.co.us or (719) 379-3512.
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Who: Kids 1st through 7th grades
When: September 11th - December 4th, 2026, 8:00 am- 4:00 pm
Where: Fort Garland Museum, 29477 CO-159, Fort Garland, CO 81133.
Cost: $25/week or $300/semester
Class Themes:
Class 1: Celebrate! Colorado
Celebrate 150 years of Colorado with an adventure through the Centennial State! Explore towering mountains, local wildlife, gold rush history, and the inventions, art, and cultures that make Colorado unique. From hands-on activities to fun facts and games, this class is packed with Rocky Mountain-sized excitement!
Class 2: Explore! Colorado’s 4 Elements
Discover the power of earth, water, air, and fire in this exciting hands-on science adventure! Explore how the four elements shape Colorado’s mountains, weather, rivers, and history through experiments, art, games, and outdoor-inspired activities. From erupting volcanoes to rushing rivers and windy weather wonders, this class brings the forces of nature to life!
Class 3: Dig! Archaeology in Action
Grab your tools and uncover the past in Dig! Archaeology in Action! Explore how artifacts, fossils, and historic sites like Fort Garland help us learn about Colorado’s early settlers, soldiers, and frontier life. Through hands-on excavation activities and mystery discoveries, piece together clues from Colorado’s rich history like real archaeologists!
Register today and receive automatic tuition assistance up to 70% off total tuition.
10%- Early Bird Registration (automatically applied through January 9, 2026)
20%- Multiple Children Enrolled (automatically applied)
10%- History Colorado Member or 4th Grade History Buffs
10%- Educator/First Responder/Military
10%- Past Hands-on History Enrollment (must have enrolled in a past program in the last 6 months)
20%- History Colorado Staff or Volunteer
40%- For families that qualify for Free and Reduced Lunches
- 20% off for families enrolling more than one child
Do you or a family member work in agriculture? Have you moved in the last 3 years? If the answer is Yes, your child(ren) may qualify to attend for free. Please contact Antonia Ortiz at antonia.ortiz@state.co.us for more details.
The total estimated tuition will not reflect all of your qualifying discounts until a staff member has reviewed your registration and sent out a final invoice through a separate email. Your payment is not due at the time of registration.