History on the Move is our mobile classroom and museum geared for students in second through fifth grades.  We are currently exhibiting our Junior Archaeologist Program.  Students step onto History on the Move and step into the past as they learn about how and where an archaeologist works and why archaeology is important to the Saginaw Valley Area.  Finally, students have the opportunity to become an archaeologist through hands-on activities that reinforce their math, science, language arts and social studies skills and knowledge. Through these hands-on activities your students learn what the artifacts tell us about the people who lived here long ago.

For all schools in Saginaw County, including public, charter and private, we bring History on the Move to your school free of charge.  Each classroom participates in a 45 minute hands-on program.  We can accommodate up to six classrooms a day.  If your school has more than six classrooms interested in participating in the History on the Move Program we can schedule your school for additional days.  

For schools outside of Saginaw County we invite you to schedule two or three classrooms to visit us at the Castle Museum at which time they would also receive a guided tour of the Castle Museum and History on the Move at the same time. History on the Move would take the place of a craft.  The cost for the Museum tour and History on the Move is $3.00 for students and free for teachers and chaperones. The total time needed for this visit would be 2 hours.

Click here to learn about our Archaeology Program.

In addition to History on the Move, your school is invited to schedule a tour of the Castle Museum to see more of our Archaeology Exhibit along with our many other displays on local history.  To find out more about our exhibits, look at the "Exhibits" drop down menu at the top of the page.

For more information and to schedule History on the Move to your school or event contact Sheila Hempsted at 989-752-2861, Ext. 311.  Sheila will be able to find a date that works for you.

You can also fill out this form and

• Email to: shempsted@castlemuseum.org 

• Mail to:

  Historical Society of Saginaw County
  Sheila Hempsted
  500 Federal Avenue
  Saginaw, MI 48607

• Fax to: 989-752-1533

Frequently Asked Questions about History on the Move

What is History on the Move?
History on the Move is a self-contained mobile classroom and museum that teaches students about Saginaw County history.  The current exhibit is Archaeology in the Saginaw Valley.

What is the cost?
For schools within Saginaw County there is no charge.  For schools outside of Saginaw County, the cost would be $3.00 per student as part of a combined Castle Museum and History on the Move visit that would take place at the Museum.

What grades is History on the Move intended for?
History on the Move is intended for grades 2-5, and covers many Michigan Benchmarks and Standards in English (ELA), math, science and social studies.  If interested in scheduling for other grades contact Sheila Hempstedat 989-752-2861, Ext. 311.

Why should I schedule History on the Move to come to my school, or for our school to come to see History on the Move?
Research has shown that students have different learning styles, hands-on learning being one of them.  Also, hands-on experiences enhance a student’s ability to comprehended and retain information, therefore helping a student to succeed in school and with state assessments.

What does a school need to have History on the Move visit?
The only requirement is a place to park the 60 foot truck.  History on the Move is self-contained and does not need to connect in any way to your school.  History on the Move is both heated and air-conditioned.

What if we do not have the needed parking for History on the Move?
Talk to your principal first, as there may be an available spot that is not normally used for parking that we might be able to use.  If a spot does not exist on school property, check with businesses around you.  Is there a church next door or across the street?  Is there a business with a large parking lot?  Typically if you ask in advance, businesses and churches will allow us to park there for a day or two if needed.  Again, please talk with your principal before contacting a local business or church.  If you need further information to give to these local businesses, contact Sheila Hempsted at 989-752-2861, Ext. 311.