School Programs at Touchstones Nelson
We offer fun and educational programs that work with your curriculum to make history and art come to life for your class! Touchstones offers information for educators such as:
- Self-guided visit information
- Hands on interactive sessions for students
- Local history tours and focussed tours
- Resources and learning materials
Book a tour or school visit:
Call 250.352.9813 or email us at info@touchstonesnelson.ca
There are many ways to visit us:
Self Guided Visits: Come and explore!
Local History Tours: A great option for a first visit to Touchstones. Students will explore the museum's diverse collection, hear great stories and interpret artifacts. Includes history booklets and a group activity!
Get hands on with Artifact Handling Sessions: Students get their hands on history in this fun, inclusive and educational exercise. Using their senses and critical thinking, students will work together to interpret a piece of local history and experience what it's like to work in a museum. This activity can be tailored to compliment your tour focus.
Focused Tours:
Gold and Silver: Mining in the West Kootenays
Dig into the past with this tour dedicated to our region's colorful mining history! Students will learn about Nelson's unique geology, mining and more.
Hydro power:
Students will learn about Hydro-power and how its development has shaped the region.
Booklets and a short educational video will be included.
Focus on First Nations:
Students will be introduced to the first peoples of this area and how they lived.
Multi-visit Package: Contact us for current multi-visit package pricing or visit our membership page for membership information.
Gallery Tours: View our current exhibitions
Call 250.352.9813 or email us at info@touchstonesnelson.ca for more information.