Visit
School visits are generally scheduled between 9:30am and 12pm on weekdays. After-school groups can schedule weekend visits.
Lewis H. Latimer’s Life and Time — Core Gallery Tour
Grades 3-12
60 minutes
$120
Hear behind-the-scene stories of Latimer’s “unconquerable” journey as a self-taught African American inventor and humanist in the 19th century. Students will learn about American History, Technology, Citizenship, and Career Choices.
Con Edison Young Inventors Workshop
Grades K-12
90 minutes
$175
Immersive hands-on experience combining science & arts tailored to different ages or interests. Sample projects include Light-up LED Art, Biologically-Inspired Robot and Electronic Instrument, using Arduino and Scratch programming, design thinking, and exploring circuitry.
From Chains to Freedom: Voyage of George Latimer
Grades 5-12
90 minutes
$150
Learn about the astonishing life of George Latimer, Lewis Latimer’s father, who escaped from slavery and ignited an early abolitionist movement in Massachusetts. Students will learn about slavery, the underground railroad, abolitionism, and the Dred Scott decision. This program includes a group hands-on activity to create a timeline map.
*Visitors are welcome to explore our garden at the conclusion of their tours. School groups are allowed to have lunch in the Tinker Lab or museum garden when schedule allows and with advance notice.
*Title 1 schools receive 20% off. Latimer House Museum is a certified DOE Vendor.
Teacher’s GuideBook A Trip
Please email education@lewislatimerhouse.org, call 718-961-8585, or book online.