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Virtual Field Trips

Virtual Field Trips

We’re excited to offer award-winning, student-driven learning, combining curiosity and primary sources. We look forward to providing experiences with compelling questions and artifacts through Virtual Field Trips. See below to learn more about each of the programs and to register. Questions? Email us at [email protected].

Our virtual programs recently received the Pinnacle Award from the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration. This award recognizes content providers for delivering programs with high educational value that actively involve learners at their level and are professionally delivered via videoconferencing technologies.

2025-2026 Field Trips

The Oregon Trail: Chance Choice And Chimney Rock!
Bison In America
George Norris and the Unicameral

The Oregon Trail: Chance Choice And Chimney Rock!

 

Virtual Field Trip: Walk in the footsteps of the people who lived, worked, and traveled on the Oregon Trail with a virtual visit to Chimney Rock! Students will learn through the real stories of pioneers and indigenous Nebraskans as they explore the themes of choice, change, and opportunity on the overland trails. In this virtual lesson, spark curiosity and experience the Oregon Trail like never before!

This lesson is 45 minutes and is recommended for 3rd to 5th-grade learners.

Bison In America

 

Virtual Field Trip: Who are some of Nebraska’s oldest residents? Bison! Learn about the deep connection between Nebraska’s history and culture and North America’s largest land mammal in this engaging lesson. Students will explore the impact bison have had on Nebraskans and our impact on bison and each other.

This lesson is 30 minutes and is recommended for 3rd to 5th-grade learners.

George Norris and the Unicameral

 

Virtual Field Trip: Nebraska has the only one-house legislature in the United States. In this lesson, students will learn how Nebraska’s nonpartisan unicameral works, how state senators represent their constituents, and how one of Nebraska’s most famous politicians made it all possible!

This lesson is 30 minutes and is recommended for 3rd to 12th-grade learners.

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