Oct. 13, 2025

Hours Update

The Historical Village is closed until spring 2026, except for special events. Gasoline Alley Museum and Heritage Plaza remain open year-round. Click here for full hours operation.

Oct. 13, 2025

Hours Update

The Historical Village is closed until spring 2026, except for special events. Gasoline Alley Museum and Heritage Plaza remain open year-round. Click here for full hours operation.


Wetlands and the West

Discover the history and significance of wetland ecosystems during the settlement of the West and the vital functions they perform today.


About the Program

Discover the history and significance of wetland ecosystems during the settlement of the West and the vital functions they perform today. Students are introduced to the flow of water from precipitation to its entrance to the water table, and some of the local flora and fauna found along the way. Your class will investigate invertebrate life by pond dipping in our own Bissett Wetlands. The social studies component of the program will take place in our Learning Lab in Gasoline Alley. This portion focuses on how water was used by Indigenous groups and the settlers. Exploring how these two groups viewed and used water will be explored through stories and hand-on activities.

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Additional Information

  • Exploring the Park before or after a school program is not permitted as the Village is closed.
  • The program is designed for a maximum of 30 students along with supervisors. Many of the spaces at Heritage Park are impacted by space restrictions. If your class exceeds 30 students please contact the Education Team to discuss if this accommodation can be made.
  • There is no additional charge for 1:1 supervision support, or those adults coming to supervise.
  • The credit card used for payment will be kept on file until the completion of the program.
  • Please contact us for subsidized rates if needed for your school.

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Program Details

Cost

375.00

Program Times

Full Day: 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Program Dates

Sept. 22 - Oct. 31, 2025

April 20 - June 30, 2026

Class Size

30

Grade(s)

Grade 5

Ratio

Meet the ratio required by your School Board