Brownie Try-Its

Outdoor Self-guided Programs
Instructions and materials provided

Animals
Explore the world of animals at Gore Place. Through 4 activities which COMPLETE the REQUIREMENTS for this Try-It, compare the lives of farm animals, wild animals and pets. Learn about characteristics that they all have in common and some things that make them different.

Outdoor Adventure
This program explores Gore Place's 48 acres and provides the materials and instructions to do requirements number 1, 3, 4, and 5 to COMPLETE the Try-It. Brownies and their leaders will explore gardens, trees, fields, a brook, and the farm and learn that an outdoor adventure can happen close to home. Snack not included.

 

Docent-led Programs (1½ hours)

Listening to the Past
Wear an elegant gown like Rebecca Gore. View the spiral staircase. Roll a large hoop through the gardens. These are some of the experiences Brownies will have as they discover life on an early 19th century country estate. They will see and discuss how the Gores, their nieces, nephews and servants ate, slept, worked and played. Following a tour of the 1806 mansion, Brownies participate in activities with reproduction clothing and toys.

Stitch It Together
Tour the beautiful 1806 mansion at Gore Place, focusing on 19th century examples of embroidery, quilts and clothing. See the sampler stitched by Christopher Gore's mother when she was a young girl in 1736. See how stitches can change a plain fabric into a beautiful quilt. After the tour, participate in a simple stitching activity based on the Gore Place collections.

Eco-Explorer
Learn about habitats while exploring the gardens, fields, brooks and farm at Gore Place. Then, create an animal habitat with craft materials.

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