Breeches & Petticoats
Description
Meet Sarah Melton, a colonial businesswoman who worked as a “mantua maker” designing one-of-a-kind dresses for her clients in Philadelphia, and learn about popular clothing styles of the late 1700s. During this highly interactive program, members of your group will have the opportunity to be dressed in 18th-century clothing of the “middle sort” as Sarah explains the design, creation, and purpose of each item.
Offered At
Once Upon A Nation
Historic Philadelphia, Inc.’s Once Upon A Nation offers unique “living history” experiences for groups of all types and all ages. Once Upon A Nation brings history to life through a series of award-winning walking tours and programs that are fun, historically immersive, and educational. Many of Once Upon A Nation's education programs created by classroom educators, for classroom educators, specifically designed for a wide range of learners with a variety of interests and learning styles. Our education and field trip staff will create an unforgettable, highly interactive, and educational experience for all in attendance.
All Once Upon A Nation group tours and programs are private and exclusive for your group of 20 people or more. Advanced reservations are required.
Details
Subjects
History, Colonial Times, 18th Century, Women's History, Arts
Capacity
100 students, 1 chap. per 15 stu.
Duration
60 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Price Options
$16.00 per Person for School Group