Education Programs

Beachville District Museum is pleased to offer curriculum-connected programming that can be delivered on-site, in your classroom, virtually, or through loaned materials. To book an education program, please contact our Education and Public Programming Coordinator at bmchin@execulink.com OR call us during operating hours at (519) 423-6497. We look forward to collaborating with you.

Grade 4: Pulley Power and Gear Genius

This program explores pulleys and gears as simple machines, their types, principles, and history. Students will build a gear train and pulleys through hands-on activities to understand mechanics, force, and motion while developing practical skills and critical thinking.

Grade 7/8: The Lime Capital: Environmental Impacts and History of Quarrying in Beachville

This program covers Beachville's quarry industry, highlighting limestone use and environmental impacts like deforestation and pollution. Through the “Build Your Own Aquifer” activity, students explore local environmental impacts, develop critical thinking on protection, and connect with local history.

Guided House Tour and/or Grounds Tour

Experience an enriching tour of the Beachville District Museum, which can be tailored to align with various curriculum needs. Delve into topics such as early 20th-century rural Canadian life, natural history, sustainability, sports history, domestic life, agriculture, and much more. Explore our diverse exhibits and gain a deeper understanding of the local heritage in the historic hub of Oxford County.