Lewis Latimer House Tour: Students Light the World [In-Museum Program]
Description
Lewis Latimer paid a lot of attention to the world around him, trying to understand what he could do to make the world a better place and how he could ensure that every home could enjoy the new opportunities that came with the light bulb. In this field trip experience, students will tour the new permanent exhibition and will uncover the stories of Lewis Latimer, his family, and of the local community through an interactive scavenger hunt. Inspired by Latimer’s impact on the development of electric lighting, students will then participate in a hands-on paper circuit activity and design challenge where they will redesign the fixtures that light our streets and public spaces.
Offered At
Lewis Latimer House Museum
Lewis H. Latimer (1848-1928) was an African American inventor whose innovations in designing carbon filaments ushered in the age of electric light. Latimer was the son of fugitive slaves, a self-taught master draftsman, an expert on patent law, a poet, and painter--in short, a Renaissance man. The historic Victorian home of Lewis Latimer stands now as a testament to this talented and gracious man.
Details
Subjects
Industrial Revolution, 19th Century, African American History, Technology, Design Thinking, City Planning
Capacity
32 students, Max 5 chap., Min 2 chap.
Duration
90 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Price Options
$150.00 per Group for Non School Group
$150.00 per Group for School Group
$120.00 per Group for Title I School