Educator Open House
Teachers are invited to see the museum's field trip offerings in our exhibits and aboard the Schoonmaker.
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, the National Museum of the Great Lakes invites educators to discover the many ways the museum can bring Great Lakes history to life for their students on Tuesday, May 5 from 4 – 6 pm. Join us for a special Educator Open House designed to showcase our hands-on educational programs, engaging field trip opportunities, and our newest temporary exhibit.
Meet members of our education team, experience a mock field trip aboard the historic Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship, and explore how the museum’s programs connect classroom learning with real stories from the Great Lakes. Attendees will also have the chance to enter a raffle to win a free field trip for their class.
Event Details
When: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Where: National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St. Toledo, OH
Whether you’re looking for new enrichment opportunities, curriculum connections, or simply a fun and educational outing for your students, this open house is the perfect opportunity to see what the museum has to offer.
Educators of all grade levels are welcome.
Teachers are invited to see the museum's field trip offerings in our exhibits and aboard the Schoonmaker.
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, the National Museum of the Great Lakes invites educators to discover the many ways the museum can bring Great Lakes history to life for their students on Tuesday, May 5 from 4 – 6 pm. Join us for a special Educator Open House designed to showcase our hands-on educational programs, engaging field trip opportunities, and our newest temporary exhibit.
Meet members of our education team, experience a mock field trip aboard the historic Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship, and explore how the museum’s programs connect classroom learning with real stories from the Great Lakes. Attendees will also have the chance to enter a raffle to win a free field trip for their class.
Event Details
When: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Where: National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St. Toledo, OH
Whether you’re looking for new enrichment opportunities, curriculum connections, or simply a fun and educational outing for your students, this open house is the perfect opportunity to see what the museum has to offer.
Educators of all grade levels are welcome.
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Highlights
- 2 hours
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
National Museum of the Great Lakes
1701 Front Street
Toledo, OH 43605
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