Educator Excursion to the Seneca-Iroquois National Museum
Join BTPM's Learning and Engagement team on a free, immersive experience at The Seneca-Iroquois National Museum (Onöhsagwë:de’ Cultural Center) that brings together history, culture, and classroom-ready resources through guided exploration and conversation.
Twenty-five educators will gather at BTPM Studios in the morning before boarding a bus to the museum.
Schedule at a glance:
- 8:00 AM - Breakfast at BTPM Studios
- 9:30 AM – Bus departs from BTPM
- Morning–Afternoon – Screenings, lunch, activities, and museum tour
- 3:30 PM – Depart museum and return to Buffalo
During the visit, participants will screen clips from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION A Film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, get a peak at Compact History: Liberty & Legacy: Exploring the Revolution in Western New York, discover dynamic classroom resources, and take part in a guided tour of the museum’s collections. The day will highlight meaningful connections between the Revolutionary War era and our region, centering Indigenous perspectives that deepen and expand traditional historical narratives.
Lunch will be provided. CTLE credits will be available for participating educators.
Open to educators currently teaching history, social studies, or about the American Revolution.
Register today - the excursion is FREE, but spots are limited! Free Parking is available in our parking lot located off of Charles Street.
About the Museum
Onöhsagwë:de’ Cultural Center houses an extensive collection of Hodínöhšö:ni:h historical and contemporary materials, including traditionally designed decorative and everyday-use items, archaeological artifacts, and preserved historical documents. In partnership with the Seneca Nation Archives Department, the museum serves as a steward of photographs, publications, and multimedia resources that honor the history and living culture of the Onöndowa’ga:’ and Hodínöhšö:ni:h people, with special emphasis on the Seneca Nation.
More information on the Onöhsagwë:de’ Cultural Center can be found here.
Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Wednesday, May 20
8am - 5pm
Seneca-Iroquois National Museum
(Depart from BTPM)
REGISTER TO ATTEND:
FREE PARKING
BTPM is conveniently located in downtown Buffalo at 140 Lower Terrace, near the I-190. The entrance to our parking lot is on Charles Street (also known as "Mark Russell Alley").