The Oregon Trail brought many people to the Pacific Northwest. Learn about the daily life of early settlers and the reasons that ultimately brought them out West.
Settlers who came to the Pacific Northwest along the Oregon Trail made the journey for many different reasons. Students use artifacts and other primary resources to study the people that made the journey, what motivated them, and what day-to-day life was like. In addition, students discuss the complex early encounters between settlers and the Native American communities already living there.
Trunk Details
Every educator is encouraged to consider the needs of their students when working with our Settlement in Puget Sound trunk. The following details can be helpful in deciding if this is the right trunk for your students:
- Recommended Grade Level: Grade 4
- Size: 18″ x 18″ x 20″
- Cost: $50 for two-week rental; $25 per additional week. Late returns are subject to a fine.
NOTE: MOHAI offers scholarships to schools and student groups for both field trips and portable museum trunk rentals. The scholarship program serves learners to ensure no student is ever turned away because of financial limitations.
Included in This Trunk
The Settlement in Puget Sound trunk contains a collection of educational artifacts including artifacts, display images, and maps. The following is a small sample of artifacts included with the trunk:
- Cornhusk oil
- Buffalo chip
- Butter mold
- Seed spreader disk
- Washboard