Events & Programs
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Anchor Programs
1. Monroe Museum History Contest
The Museum invites 8th grade students and teachers from Monroe-based schools to select a topic on the history of Monroe that fits within the theme, research the topic, and collect photos and facts for writing a one-page essay. The contest begins in August and ends in late October.
2. Summer Intern Program
This program provides a rising High School Junior, Senior, or College student a summer internship in the history museum industry. The internship is a project-based learning experience that offers the following
opportunities:
* Exposure to the 'collections' department of a museum utilizing local history artifacts for project content
* Development of technical skills on Past Perfect — Collections Management Software
* Life Skills: self-initiated work, organizational skills, time management, and reporting
Field Trips, Walking Tours, and other programming round out the summer experience.
3. Newcomer's Luncheon
An invitation-only event introducing newcomers to Monroe / Walton County. Invitees are introduced to the museum and share a picnic lunch for the whole family.
Recurring Programs
Walking Tours (downtown Monroe)
Then and Now programs
School Field Trips (K-12)
Group Tours (booking via Contact form)