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Suitcase Activity

Location	Museum of Work & Culture
Tour Type	Add On
Duration	Additional 30 minutes
Recommended Grades	6-12
Cost	$3 per person
Description	Students will take on the role of a historian as they sort through the belongings of immigrant families. Working in teams, students catalog the contents of suitcases and use context clues to draw conclusions about the family’s home, occupations, socioeconomic status, and faith.
How to Book	Click here for contact information by location and our inquiry form.

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