School Tours and Traveling History Trunk Program
Inspire and engage your students with local history!
Milford’s history is bigger than the average person may think. Though it may have started as a small town, at one time this little city was an agricultural, industrial, and social hub of Southern Delaware. We encourage school groups of all ages to come and visit to experience the true stories of Milford’s history!
We have now started a "traveling history trunk" program in Milford area schools. Our staff will bring this trunk to your school. Please reach out for more information.
School Programs Available
Welcome to Our River Town - Walking Tour Version (5th grade and older, available only in the Fall and Spring)
This walking field trip will take students around the Mispillion Riverwalk to experience the Mispillion River firsthand. The field trip guide will educate the students on the importance of the river to Milford. Students will traverse the paths along the river and learn about how the river was used from the time of Native Americans to modern day.
- NOTE: This field trip has a chaperone requirement of one adult to every five children.
Welcome to Our River Town - Museum Tour Version (3rd grade and older)
This museum field trip will teach students about the Mispillion River, and how it affected Milford. The field trip guide will educate the students on the importance of the river to Milford throughout the town’s history. Students will view photos and maps of the river and learn about how the river was used from the time of Native Americans to modern day.
- NOTE: This field trip has a chaperone requirement of one adult to every seven children.
The Story of Milford - Museum Tour (3rd grade and older)
This tour of the Milford Museum tells students the story of Milford, beginning with the first building built here, and going up until modern day. Students will be allowed to explore the exhibits, ask their tour guide questions, and gain more knowledge of the local history.