Bring past to present with curriculum-based programs for school groups at the Okotoks Museum and Archives.  Programs at the Okotoks Museum and Archives are 1.5 hours in length and include hands-on activities, games, role-play, storytelling and research.             

From Rivers to Rocks – Significant Landmarks in My Community | K-Gr 1

This program highlights the naming of the Sheep River, Big Rock and history of the Historic Macleod Trail.   Curriculum ties: SS & LA

Okotoks – Changes over Time | Gr. 2/3

This program looks at modes of transportation, changes in land use, changing population.   Curriculum ties: SS, LA, Math (Gr 2)

Early Families | K/Gr.6

This program includes a variety of modules which can be adapted to most grades.  Teachers can choose two modules per program.

Life of a Wife – a comparison of then and now, keeping the house, caring for the family – hands on activities

From Slates to Smartboards – education, then and now. Looking at changes for teachers and students.

From Farmer to Agricultural Specialist – looking at historic equipment, crops, animals  and farming methods .

A Prairie Farm Family – stories about life on the farm, season to season roles of family members, celebrations and living life.

Okotoks Heroes| Gr. 4/5

This program highlights the stories of ordinary people who settled the Foothills.  Curriculum ties: LA, Math, SS

After Confederation | Gr. 7

After Confederation – history of immigration, railway, NWMP, agriculture, oil and gas in the Okotoks area.  Can be used as an introduction to classroom studies or a summary. Curriculum ties: SS 7.2.5