How is the historical site relevant to American history from 1500-1865? What historical event or events were covered in your tour? What artifacts
Overview
Reflecting on historical experiences can lead to a change in perspective and provide a deeper understanding of past events. This assignment will give you the opportunity to share the experience of the museum/national park tour (or virtual tour) you took based on the Museum or National Park Visit: Proposal Assignment. In this written overview, you will contemplate the historical importance of the site you selected and highlight the aspects of the tour that impacted you most.
Instructions
Write a 700-800-word overview of your historical tour answering each of the following prompts:
- How is the historical site relevant to American history from 1500-1865?
- What historical event or events were covered in your tour?
- What artifacts and/or displayed items were most interesting to you? Why?
- What stood out about this location? Why?
- How did the tour help you appreciate history?