Spend a day learning local history and culture through interactive programs at Fort Hunter Park. These programs are geared towards children ages 7 through 12, but our staff will accommodate other children that attend as they are able. To register, visit our “Programs and Events” calendar link at the top of the page and select the event you are interested in registering for.
Each of our homeschool days this fall will have a morning and afternoon session covering the same material, so choose which time works best for your family’s schedule. Each session will run for approximately 90 minutes.
Tuesday, October 20
10:00am and 1:00pm
Students will learn how historians use artifacts to uncover truths about the past, then try living as the Victorians did by doing chores and playing games from the Victorian Era.
For more programming information, please see “Uncovering History” and “Victorian Era Games and Chores” program descriptions on our Guided Field Trips page.
Wednesday, November 4
10:00am and 1:00pm
Students will first learn about the Susquehannock, the Native Americans that called this region home. After, they will play some traditional games passed down from the woodland era.
For more programming information, please see “Story of the Susquehannock” and “Native American Games” program descriptions on our Guided Field Trips page.
Special Holiday Homeschool Day
Thursday, December 10
10:00am and 1:00pm
Enjoy a 45-minute tour of the Historic Fort Hunter Mansion as the halls are decked and the mantles trimmed for the holiday season. After, make a holiday craft, enjoy some snacks, and partake in some festive activities led by our education staff.
This program will begin at the Fort Hunter Mansion and end in the Centennial Barn.
The Holiday Homeschool Day programming will run approximately 2 hours for each session.
Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled start time to check in and use the facilities.
Dress for the weather – except in the case of inclement weather, each of our programs has an outdoor element.
Restrooms are available inside the Centennial Barn during homeschool programming.
Can I register/pay on when I arrive at the park?
We require pre-registration and pre-payment for all of our programs and do not accept payment at the time of the event.
Can I bring my younger children if I do not have childcare?
Younger siblings are welcome to attend, however, we require any child that participates in the program, even if they are younger, to register and pay.
Can I drop my child off for this program?
No, children must be supervised by a parent, guardian, or chaperone while attending this program. One free adult admission is offered with each paid child admission.
Where should I park for Homeschool Days?
Parking near the Centennial Barn is recommended for this program. When entering the park, you will want to enter the parking lot directly across from the main park entrance.
I have friends that have also registered. Can I request to be in their group?
Yes! At the time of registration, visitors will have the opportunity to request any other visitors they would like to be paired with for their visit. We will do our best to pair visitors together based on their preferences, however, we cannot guarantee all requests will be met. *For spring 2026, all participants registered for the same time slot will be in the same group for the program.
Where are the restrooms?
Restrooms are located in the Centennial Barn, and near the East and West Pavilions. There are NO restrooms available inside the mansion.
What if I can no longer attend?
If you are unable to attend the Homeschool Day program you registered for, you may transfer your ticket to another individual. Due to staffing and materials necessary to run our programs, all of our Homeschool Days are final sale with no refunds issued.