Colonial American Fair was developed in 1999 at the request of a fourth grade teacher who wanted to provide more curriculum based hands-on activities for his students.
Since that first program we have presented 60 Colonial American Fairs to over 12,000 Students and 2,500 Parents, and all programs combined, since 1993, we have reached an estimated 50,000 students!
Over the years cost of materials, labor and travel expenses have increased dramatically. For example, in 1999 a gallon of gasoline cost only $1.34.
Budgets, on the other hand, have been frozen or decreased. Hands on History Inc. has tried to keep our prices stable, while continuing to deliver high quality programming.
Many of our tools and equipment have become worn or broken.
With funds stretched to the breaking point
there's not enough left to replace them.
We are asking for your help.
Please Adopt a Spinning Wheel!
Your donation will assist in on-going repair, or replacement of Colonial American Fair equipment and supplies. Donations will also support research and development of additional Hands On History programs.
You may choose to adopt at one of the following levels:
$25. Colonial Toys
$50. Colonial Cooking Crocks and Pots
$100. Cards and Spindles
$500. Spinning Wheel
$1500. Weaving Loom
Become a donor! Help support Hands On History Inc.
Each donation, in any amount, will help to support this program!
is a fast, free and secure way to make a credit card donation!
To donate click the button bellow:
Or you may send a check made out to Hands On History Inc. to:
Hands On History Inc.
PO Box 776
Rhinebeck, NY 12572-0776
Your donation is greatly appreciated and will bring a sense of joy and discovery to many students and their families.
Thank you,
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