The Museum of the Big Bend, located on the Sul Ross State University campus in Alpine, is offering a robust Children’s Education Program designed for students in grades K-6. Developed with input from experienced educators, the program provides free, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)-aligned activities in science and social studies.
Students can engage in hands-on learning experiences such as fossil making, pictograph rock art, pioneer games, and salt clay mapping, among other activities. These programs explore themes including the prehistory of the Big Bend, early American Indian cultures, Spanish exploration, and civilian settlement. The curriculum aligns with TEKS standards, ensuring it enhances classroom learning.
The museum offers the program at no cost to school districts. Educators can customize field trips to suit their students’ interests, with detailed information on tours, activities, and TEKS alignment available in the Educational Opportunities Handbook.
To learn more or schedule a field trip, contact program coordinator Felicia Locke at fbrailas@gmail.com.
The Museum of the Big Bend is located at the northeast corner of the Sul Ross State University campus and is accessible via Entrance Four on Harrison Street. Visitor parking is available in the lot across from the museum.
This program provides a valuable opportunity for students to explore the history, culture, and geography of the Big Bend region in an engaging, hands-on environment.
