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Rancho Higuera Historical Park School Tour

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Museum of Local History School Tours • Rancho Higuera Historical Park School Tour
Preparing for Your Class Visit

Download informational flyer: School Tours at the Higuera Adobe Historical Park for Fourth Graders

The Higuera adobe, built between 1830-1840, is one of the last remaining adobe buildings from the Spanish-Mexican era in the Tri-City area.

  • Experience what life was like on this California rancho.
  • Discover the early use of the land and its natural resources.
  • Learn about people who lived or passed through this place over time including the Ohlone, the Spanish and Mexican immigrants and the settlers and farmers who followed them.

A hands-on history program including: A tour of the adobe, candle making, adobe brick making, cattle roping and branding.

A discovery tour of the park emphasizing the natural environment.

Docent-led class tour at Higuera Adobe Historical Park

  • Walking tour of the adobe and grounds
  • Activities related to the rancho era including, adobe brick making, candle making, roping and branding

Details

  • $200 per class of 25-30 students; if fewer than 25 students, the fee is $6 per student
  • One chaperone per every five students is required (no charge for chaperones)
  • Three-hour tour, with 1/2 hour for lunch
  • Tour times: Wednesdays and Fridays.
    • If you bring your lunch, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
    • Without lunch, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
  • $25 cancellation fee
  • No fee for rescheduling

Book your classroom tour!

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