Kern Valley Museum in Kernville-Heartland Charter School

Come visit the Kern Valley Museum in Kernville and learn about the rich history of the Gold Rush, Native Americans, mining, and much more! Knowledgeable docents will lead you on a tour though the museum and show you the many artifacts the lend to the rich history of the Kern River Valley. You’ll also learn about hydroelectric power and how Lake Isabella was formed to generate electricity. The museum also offers a recently added display on the history of recreation in the valley, and a display on local cowboys and ranchers, as well as many movies that were filmed here. Once the tour is over, you are free to explore the town’s shops and restaurants, or bring your lunch and enjoy a picnic at the park by the river. *This is a docent lead tour of the museum. Students will be expected to stay with the tour group.

We encourage you to submit a work sample highlighting what your student learned from this field trip during your next learning period. It helps to ensure that we can continue to provide these opportunities.

Heartland field trips are designed for families to attend together. Students need to be accompanied by an adult chaperone. If your student will be attending with another family, please let the field trip host know once you complete your registration.

**To ensure the health and safety of all attendees, please do not attend a field trip if you, your student(s), or anyone in your household is ill or showing possible signs of illness.**

May I pay using my funds? This field trip is FREE!

Does this trip have any height, weight, and/or age restrictions? All ages are welcome. Each person who attends a field trip or event must be registered through Eventbrite. This applies to babies, toddlers, siblings, and adults. Individuals who have not registered will be asked to leave

Check-in Procedures: Arrive at the museum between 10:00am -10:20am and check in with HST Michelle Wilcox. She will be wearing Heartland attire. The tour will start promptly at 10:30.

Is there on-site parking available? Park in front of the museum or along the street in the parking spaces. There is no parking lot or parking fees.

Can we pack snacks or lunch for this event or field trip? No.

Please do not bring food that contains peanuts to any Heartland event.

How do I contact the teacher hosting this field trip/event?

Name: Michelle Wilcox

Email: Michelle.wilcox@heartlandcharterschool.com

Phone: 661-599-5387