Virtual Classroom Programs
Explore Nordic history and culture with your students wherever you are through our Virtual Classroom Programs!
Our school programs are designed to engage students of all ages, introducing them to the history and culture of the Nordic Region and of Nordic America. Explore topics like the Vikings, Folk Art, Nordic Architecture, Immigration, and more.
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Vikings & Norse Mythology
This program introduces your students to the main characters in Norse Mythology. During the program, we’ll learn about the major Norse gods and goddesses and listen to a Norse myth together. Finally, we’ll explore the people who worshipped these gods—the Vikings. This program includes a closer look at Viking-age objects in the Museum’s collections. (One 45-minute class period, grades 1-4)
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Nordic Immigration
This two-part program will introduce your students to Nordic Immigration and traditions of Nordic America. In the first session, students will learn what brought Nordic people to the U.S., what they brought with them, and where they chose to live once they arrived. The second session includes a close look at objects brought to the U.S. by Nordic immigrants and a discussion of the traditions in Nordic America today. (Two 45-minute class periods, grades 4-7)
Trunks
Bring the National Nordic Museum to your classroom with our outreach trunks! Each trunk includes educational objects, lesson plans, and a teacher manual. If you would like to request a trunk, contact programs@nordicmuseum.org.
Education Resources (Lesson Plans)
Explore all the National Nordic Museum-created curriculum materials, which align with National and Washington State Learning Standards and contain lesson plans and primary sources (documents, photos, maps, and more). Materials are available digitally and are free to download.
Student Exhibitions
The National Nordic Museum teaches students in Seattle-area schools about our special exhibitions. The students create works of art in response to the themes and ideas explored in the exhibitions, and a virtual companion exhibition is created.
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Teacher Advisory Committee
The National Nordic Museum is forming a Teacher Advisory Committee to inform the development of the Museum’s educational resources and programs. The Committee will include both primary and secondary school educators from throughout Washington State. Find out more information about joining the TAC here.
School Tours
Explore one of the National Nordic Museum's engaging & interactive tours.
Nordic Journeys Immigration Program
Our Nordic Journeys Immigration Program consists of two parts. Students will take part in a guided, cooperative game that explores the Nordic immigration experience, and will also go through our permanent exhibition, Nordic Journeys, with a thematic guide. Each section of the program takes approximately 45 minutes.
Nordic Arts Field Trip
Our Nordic Arts Field Trip Program introduces your students to the varied art styles of the Nordic Region and Nordic America! Students will learn about the artworks on display in Nordic Journeys. Afterwards, students will get a hands-on art experience and leave with a masterpiece of their own
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Self-Guided Tour
For more information on scheduling a self-guided group visit to the Museum, please contact our admissions staff at admissions@nordicmuseum.org
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Activity Guide
Groups are welcome to use our free activity guides to add to their visit to the Museum! You can download our children’s or family scavenger hunts to print at home. Copies will also be available at the Museum’s front desk.
