The Arts & Education

Palm Beach Atlantic University

901 S. Flagler Drive

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

(561) 803-2000 | www.pba.edu

Palm Beach Atlantic University offers an array of performances and theatrical productions throughout the academic year, including: n Concerts by the PBA Symphony and Symphonic Band n Jazz, popular and chamber music n Choral and vocal productions n Dance performances n Children’s theatre program at Fern Street Theatre n Summer camps n Entertaining theatrical productions for all ages, performed at the Fern Street Theatre n Programs in voice, piano, dance, strings and more, for children ages 5 to 18, through the College of the Arts

Preparatory Department

Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum and Historical Society of Palm Beach County

300 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (561) 832-4164 | www.pbchistory.org

The mission of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County (HSPBC), since 1937, has been to collect, preserve and share Palm Beach County and Florida history. They believe that history education encourages effective future citizens as it increases critical thinking skills, knowing how one fits into the world, and acceptance of others. They deliver programming online, in classrooms, in the community and in the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum in the restored 1916 Historic Courthouse.

Curriculum Connections: Social Studies, Language Arts, Science, Visual Arts, Theater Programs: All programs meet Sunshine State Standards and most include Teacher Guides.

At www.PBCHistory.org: n Lesson Plans based on museum exhibits and on books from the Adventures of Charlie Pierce series by Harvey Oyer. n Palm Beach County History Online (www.pbchistoryonline.org) n The History of Florida (Gr 4): historical periods, geography, cultural groups and agriculture. Lesson Plans and Worksheets are available. n Civics and Palm Beach County History (Gr 7): historical periods, geography, cultural groups, transportation, agriculture and civics

At the Museum: n Tours (Gr 4-12): This SDPBC Field Experience Site meets 30+ State Standards. n Mock Trials in the Historic Courtroom (Gr 5-12), requiring advance preparation. n In Classrooms n History Pop-up Exhibits may be requested for loan to schools on these topics: Ancient People, Spanish Explorers, Florida in the Civil War, Pioneer Era, Seminoles, Hurricane of `28, Shipwreck: Discovering Lost Treasures n Traveling Trunks (Grades 3-12) are loaned, with Teacher Guides and engaging materials, on many historical themes. n Re-enactors or Staff Lectures (Grades 4-12): may include a Traveling Trunk.

In the Community: n History Pop-up Exhibits may be requested for loan to libraries, schools, events, town halls, etc. on these topics: Ancient People, Spanish Explorers, Florida in the Civil War, Pioneer Era, Seminoles, Hurricane of `28, Shipwreck: Discovering Lost Treasures, Breaking Barriers: Portraits of Persistence, Postcards from the Palm Beaches, Votes for Women: Portraits of Persistence (SITES), City of Hope: Resurrection City and the 1968 Poor People’s Campaign (SITES).

Cost/Details: n Museum admission and all above children’s programs are free of charge. Donations are appreciated. Free busing is available to qualified groups for field trips to the Museum.

Also Available: For Adults: n Research Library and Archives by appointment n History Talks, Mock Trials and Walking Tours seasonally n Volunteer Opportunities