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FORT NECESSITY. Jhb,j. One Washington Parkway Farmington, PA 15437. Chelsea Faynor. FORT NECESSITY’S IMPORTANCE TO AMERICAN HISTORY. PA HISTORY STANDARD: 8.3.7.B Examine the importance of significant historical documents, artifacts , and places critical to United States history.

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  1. FORT NECESSITY Jhb,j One Washington Parkway Farmington, PA 15437 Chelsea Faynor

  2. FORT NECESSITY’S IMPORTANCE TO AMERICAN HISTORY PA HISTORY STANDARD: 8.3.7.B Examine the importance of significant historical documents, artifacts, and places critical to United States history.

  3. EXAMPLES OF HOW THE EXHIBIT CONTAINS MANY DIFFERENT ARTIFCATS AND DOCUMENTS AS YOU WALK THROUGH.

  4. FORT NECESSITY NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD Admission to Fort Necessity: FREE for children under the age of 15 5$ for adults Park is open from sunrise to sunset Visitor center is open from 9am-5pm

  5. FORT NECESSITY NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD INCLUDES: • Tour (possible demonstration) of battlefield where French & Indian War began • Monument to major General Edward Braddock • Mount Washington Tavern and Jumonville Glen • First found highway in America (US ROUTE 40) • Displays and timelines of actual artifacts and events • Educational film which explains the story of Fort Necessity (20 minute movie)

  6. TEACHER RESOURCES - PLAN AN ALL DAY TRIP • Special rates for field trips: • Regular visit – FREE • Planned visit/tour with activities - • 5$ PER PERSON (open year round – book early if planning on being outside.) • Provides hand on activities for student participation in each grade: 3rd-12th • Call 724-329-8124 for details regarding reservations, fees, dates, and curriculum materials

  7. MORE TEACHER RESOURCES • Curriculum materials: • French and Indian War – 1754 -1763 • A kit for 4th -6th grade teachers that includes an 156 page teacher’s guide, background information for teachers, student readings, and numerous activities. • Available for $40.00 • Traveling the National Road • Covers all aspects for the National Road • Geared for 3rd grade • FREE • Both materials = secondary sources

  8. Websites for more information • National park website: http://www.nps.gov/fone/index.htm • Tourist Guide Book http://www.watsonschoice.com/GuideBook/DayTrips/Attractions/FortNecessity.htm

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