Georgia Farm Life

Learn about life in North Georgia in the 1850’s through a facilitator-led exploration at our Smith farm.

Through live demonstrations students will discover the historic methods used to produce food and needed supplies on a self-sufficient farm. By visiting historic buildings, they will investigate the day-to-day life of people–both the Smith family who owned the farm, as well as the enslaved people who worked there. This tour allows students to understand both the challenges of living on a farm during this time, as well as the inequality that existed among the people who lived here.

This tour can be presented in an age-appropriate way to younger grades or elevated for older audiences.

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Georgia Farm Life Teacher Guide

Enrich your students’ experience using our pre and post-tour activities.

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These lesson plans are specifically designed to support both in-person and virtual school tours offered by Atlanta History Center; however, they are available for use by any educator. Atlanta History Center encourages teachers to preview all materials prior to use to determine the appropriateness for their particular grade level and students.

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For more information, please email schooltours@atlantahistorycenter.com.

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