Field Trips
K-12 school field trips are offered year-round by appointment.
Field trips focus on three areas — The Bradford House, the garden and grounds, and the Whiskey Rebellion Education and Visitor Center. These experiences are customized based on the students' grade level, teacher's goals, and time allotted.
Past students have visited from Washington High School, Trinity High School, Chartiers Valley Elementary School, Bower Hill Elementary, South Central Elementary School, Faith Christian School, and a number of others.
This tour includes a guided house tour and age-appropriate activities and demonstrations. Contact us to schedule your visit at info@bradfordhouse.org.
Research Resources
For primary and secondary schools.
A collection of resources on the Whiskey Rebellion and David Bradford is available for use either at the Museum or to borrow. Ideal for students developing projects for National History Day or the annual BHHA Poster Contest. Call 724-222-3064, to arrange a free research visit or to borrow materials. A “traveling trunk” can be prepared for classroom use. Our educators are available to assist.
Download the PDF below for a list of our favorite primary and secondary sources of Whiskey Rebellion information. It is updated as we find new resources and should not be considered comprehensive.
Outreach Programs
Our trained docents are available to speak on various 18th Century topics, for schools and organizations, throughout the year. Past outreach programs have occurred at Asbury Heights, Encore on the Lake, the McMurray Chamber of Commerce, the Amwell Township Historical Society, and the Rotary Club of Washington.
A minimum fee of $50 is to be charged for docents' time and travel.
Program Topics
- The Whiskey Rebellion
- David Bradford
- 18th Century Living
Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson
Teachers: do you read this book in your classroom? The Bradford House Historical Association offers a 1-hour outreach program that ties this novel to Western Pennsylvania history in 1793. The program includes a PowerPoint presentation on the Whiskey Rebellion, artifacts show and tell, and dressing 2 students in 18th century frontier clothing. We also provide you with materials for 5 learning stations.
Contact our education team at education@bradfordhouse.org for more information.
Want to take the next step, or have questions?
Please send us an email or call 724-222-3604.
