The Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site is a prime educational resource situated on the upper Missouri River, preserving and interpreting the legacy of one of the busiest fur trading posts in the mid-19th century. Known for its critical role in trading between native tribes and European-American settlers, the site offers homeschoolers and educators an array of engaging learning opportunities. **Educational Offerings:** - **Online Curriculum Resources:** Teachers and homeschool educators can access detailed lesson plans and curriculum resources to integrate into their programs. - **Guided Field Trips:** Park rangers conduct immersive tours, providing students with expert knowledge and anecdotes from the 19th-century trading world. - **Interactive Children's Programs:** With initiatives like the Jr. Ranger/Trader programs and hands-on workshops creating historical crafts, the site ensures an engaging, tactile learning experience for young visitors. - **Historical Reenactments:** These sessions vividly recreate 1850s life and commerce, offering students a dynamic way to engage with history.
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