Hands on History Camp - Virginia City

Sunday, July 18, 2010 - Saturday, August 07, 2010

The Montana Heritage Commission will sponsor a Residential History Camp this summer. The camp will include a variety of learning experiences for young people, including a personal history research project, history and stories from the Alder Gulch area, and some fun hands-on living history projects.

Instructors for the camp will include Montana Heritage Commission staff at Virginia City, Montana Historical Society staff, Living History demonstrators and school teachers.

The fee for the camp includes five nights lodging, all meals and snacks, all activities, supplies and instruction. The fee also includes a ride on the train and a ticket to a performance at the Opera House.

Scholarships are also available--refer to Registration Form for information on how to apply. To receive a brochure and registration form by mail, please contact Bill Peterson at mhc@mt.gov or call (406) 843-5247.

July 18 - 24: Ages 11 - 13

August 1 - 7: Ages 14 - 16

Website Address
http://virginiacitymt.com

Mailing Address
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Street Address
300 West Wallace
Virginia City, MT 59755

Phone: 406-843-5247
Toll Free: 800-829-2969

Hands on History Camp will have activities in both Virginia and Nevada City, Montana.

Season
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Hours
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Payments
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Reservations
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