Homeschool Day

Schedule

Wed May 20 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

3000 Creek Rd, Yorklyn, DE, United States, Delaware 19736 | Hockessin, DE

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Join us for a day of hands-on learning at Auburn Heights! Best suited for homeschool families with children in grades 1–5, this interactive day brings history, engineering and nature to life.
Program Admission:
$25/participating child (grades 1 - 5)
Includes grade-specific activities, entry into the Marshall Steam Museum & Auburn Valley State Park’s Marshall Mansion, and train rides!
$15/adult or non-participating child, infants free
Families with children outside the recommended grade range are welcome to come along as a non-participant! They can explore the Marshall Steam Museum, Auburn Heights mansion, outdoor activities, park trails and enjoy rides on the Auburn Valley Railroad.
What to Expect:
Participants can enjoy "open house style" wandering between engaging stations and activities:
Auburn Valley State Parks & Marshall Mansion
-Hunt for simple machines inside the 1897 Victorian house
-Discover early local industries, including mills, with steam-power demonstrations
-Take a walk along paved park trails past an 18th& 19th century mill site and other historic structures and sites
Marshall Steam Museum
-Enjoy rides on the Auburn Valley Railroad from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
-Design and build their own vehicle using recycled materials, inspired by early automotive engineering
-Stop by the activity table to design your own paper pocket watch
Please note:
-All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout their time on the site
-Picnic tables are available for participants to eat a bagged lunch outside. Be aware that we do not sell or provide food nor do we have fridge space.
Registration is highly recommended, registration opens in April.
Click here for more information :
https://auburnheights.org/calendar/#!event/2026/5/20/homeschool-day

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3000 Creek Rd, Yorklyn, DE, United States, Delaware 19736, Hockessin, United States

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