Michigan Settlers
Availability
Spring, Summer
Group Type
School, Homeschool
Grade Levels
K, 1, 2, 3
Subject
History, Science
Learning Areas & Themes
Habitats
Connections to MDE Academic Standards
K-2-ETS1-1
Program Description:
Students will discover what early settlers to Ray Township would have encountered as they worked to turn rustic wilderness into valuable farmland. Learn about the history of the Grist Mill, while engaging in a variety of hands-on activities early settlers would have experienced. From candle dipping to butter making, grain milling and more, students will learn how all these skills were critical to the survival of the local community. This program is available April – July.
Learn more about the Wolcott Mill Metropark – Historic Center.


