Education Programs

Join our Museum Educators for one of our unique Education Programs!

Fanshawe Pioneer Village offers various types of Education Programs including:

• Onsite Education Programs

• Special Education Events

• Digital Education Programs

Learn more about each of our programs by scrolling through the lists below.
See individual programs for descriptions, grades, costs, booking details, and specific dates they are available.

All bookings are on a first come basis.
Programs are not booked until confirmation emails are sent.

Ready to Book?
Request a Program through our online form or reach out to our Education Coordinator. We are happy to answer any questions you have about programs or the planning process.

PLEASE NOTE:
2024/2025 Bookings will start on Monday, September 9, 2024.

Contact:

Education Coordinator

education@fanshawepioneervillage.ca
519-457-1296 x 817

If you are looking for a program for your Summer Group Program for children’s camp, special interests group, or community organization please check out our Let’s Have Fun with History Summer Group Program.

 Onsite Education Programs

Looking for an in-person experience at Fanshawe Pioneer Village? 
We offer various interactive education programs that allow students to experience the Heritage Village.

See individual programs for specific booking details and costs.

Further Information:

• All programs require a minimum of 10 students to book. All Education Program must be pre-booked. Bookings are on a first come basis. (We do require at least 2 chaperones per class/group and recommend a 1:6 chaperone to student ratio.)

• We are an outdoor museum. Our programs take place outdoors and in a variety of heritage buildings that do not have air conditioning or modern heat. Please ensure participants dress for the weather. Appropriate footwear is important at the Village.

  • During cold weather programs, woodstoves/fireplaces are used for heating, which can be smoky.

• Lunch: Please check individual program descriptions for details on lunches. Lunch space is only available at select times of the year.

  • Our lunch space is a shared space with other program participants.

  • Remember to bring your own pre-packed lunch. (We do NOT have a place to purchase food onsite.)

• Visiting the Gift Shop: Denfield General Store acts as the museum’s gift shop. Gift Shop visits must be pre-scheduled at booking.

  • If you wish to visit the store, please ensure your transportation is able to accommodate a later departure. The store is not part of our scheduled program times. It usually takes approximately 30 minutes per 20 people to go through the store.

• Do you have participants who require accommodation? Please let us know at booking and we will work with you to ensure a great experience!

• Are you a Homeschool Group? All our programs are available for homeschool groups as well. Contact us for more details.

• Please remember if anyone in your group is not feeling well or is potentially contagious please have them stay home. We want to ensure the well-being of all our participants, visitors, volunteers, and staff.

• Cancellation Note: Groups cancelling less than 1 week in advance will be charged a $50.00 cancellation fee unless they rebook. Our programs run rain, snow or shine- unless weather becomes extreme or busses are cancelled.

Onsite Programs:

 Special Education Events

Join us for one of our unique partnership events!
The museum partners with local organizations to offer Special Education Events and unique programs annually.

• See each program for specific details on booking processes, descriptions, event times, and fees.

• All Education Events require pre-registration. Limited space is available. Bookings are on a first come basis.

  • Due to demand, an accurate number of students is needed at booking.

  • Contact our Education Coordinator directly at: education@fanshawepioneervillage.ca or 519-457-1296 ext. 817 to register.

  • Please note: The Museum School London program is administered by the London Heritage Council. Please see program description for contact information.

• We are an outdoor museum. Our programs take place outdoors and in a variety of heritage buildings that do not have air conditioning or modern heat. Please ensure participants dress for the weather. Appropriate footwear is important at the Village.

  • Programming goes rain or shine, unless weather becomes extreme (thunder/lightning storms).

• Lunch: All our Education Events include short lunch breaks. Remember to bring your own pre-packed lunch. (We do NOT have a place to purchase food onsite.)

• Please remember if anyone in your group is not feeling well or is potentially contagious please have them stay home. We want to ensure the well-being of all our participants, visitors, volunteers, and staff.

• Note: Groups cancelling less than 1 week in advance will be charged a $50.00 cancellation fee unless they rebook. Our programs run rain, snow or shine- unless weather becomes extreme or busses are cancelled.

Education Events:

 Digital Education Programs

Fanshawe Pioneer Village offers Digital options for in-class and remote learners.

Choose one of our LIVE Digital Lessons presented by our museum educators or book our Google Slides Resource to use with your class.

• Please see each program for specific details on cost, availability, and descriptions.

• Our digital programs are designed to be adjustable to various grades.

Digital Programs: