Online Learning
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, King Manor is offering free lessons and activities to help families connect with history and community.
These resources are free and available for use by educators and families, and will be available permanently. They can be used as lessons unto themselves, further reading for students, and pre- or post-visit materials for your trip to King Manor!
Each lesson or activity covers a broader topic of the nineteenth century, giving insight to Rufus King’s early-American world, his son John’s early-Victorian one, and his granddaughter Cornelia’s late-Victorian experience. Lessons are intended to be accessible and multi-level, focusing on critical-thinking moments that connect students to history and community through their own daily experiences. Please enjoy, and we look forward to welcoming you, your families, and your students to King Manor for a school program or tour!
New lessons and activities will be uploaded periodically.
Rufus’ Library
LITERACY & FUN
From Rufus King's nineteenth-century library, join King Manor's caretaker and veteran radio host Roy Fox for a special read-aloud series of classic children's books.
Hands on History
ART & Community
Our popular Hands on History program, in your own home! Suitable for grades Pre-K through 5. Quick home lessons inspired by the 19th century.
King Manor in Context
SOCIAL STUDIES RESOURCES
Designed especially for grades 2-8, these lessons can be used as homeschooling lessons, pre- or post-visit materials, or just creative afternoons for young historians.