Captain’s Tours - Three weeks advance notice required.
Visit time: 2 hours+
You may select one of the following options for your visit:

• Guided tour. A docent will lead you on a 20-25 minute introductory museum tour. Then, you will have a chance to explore on your own.
• Squad training. Assemble in our classroom and receive a short introduction to the museum.Your “platoon” will then be split into squads that will gather intelligence from the museum exhibits. The results of their mission will be shared back in the classroom with the rest of the platoon.
• Examine the contents of our WWII footlocker. Handle and try on educational-quality artifacts. Ask about using the footlocker as a "traveling trunk" program in your school!
• When available, veterans of World War II. A veteran or civilian who lived through WWII will speak to your class about his or her experiences during the war.

PLANNING YOUR TRIP

Making reservations. Planning ahead helps create the best possible educational experience for your group. Make your reservations at least one week in advance for cadet tours. Advance notice of at least three weeks is required for Captain’s tours & workshops.
Our staffwill work with you to plan the best visit for your class size and the time you have available. Planning ahead is the key to a successful tour!

Group rates. A group of 10 or more qualifies for the following special group rates:

• $4 per student, Cadet tours
• $5 per student, Captain's tours
• $6 per senior
• $7 per adult

One chaperone or teacher admission per each 15 paid students is complimentary. Bus drivers also receive complimentary admission.
A single payment must be made upon arrival to cover the entire group’s cost; we will be unable to process individual visitors at the reduced group rate.
- No deposit is required.

Parking - Free bus parking is available in our parking lot. Students may be dropped off at our front door.

Groups are invited to bring in lunch to enjoy in our classroom. (Larger groups can arrange to eat in shifts.) You must reserve the room at least 3 weeks in advance. Refrigeration is available.

In good weather, groups may want to picnic in Harbor View park, which is adjacent to our building.

Time - Plan for your Heritage Center visit to take a minimum of 1½ hours. If you choose a Captain’s tour, plan for a visit of at least 2 hours. Arrive 10 minutes early to allow time to process your payment, and allow time during your visit for students to visit our gift shop.

TRAINING AND DEBRIEFING

Invite a veteran to your school. We have a list of volunteers willing to visit your class in your school to talk about their World War II home front or front line experiences. A first-hand story either before or after your visit will make the era come alive for your students. Contact us to find out more and select a speaker.

Give us your suggestions. The Heritage Center will be building its education program based on feedback and suggestions from YOU. If you have an idea for a program or workshop you would like to see offered, talk to the education department.

NOW AVAILABLE…

We have created a traveling footlocker with a range of World War II materials for use in your classroom. Ask us for details.

• Download the Post Visit Form