Spring is just around the corner, and The Hershey Story Museum in Hershey, PA has some fantastic educational events in store for homeschool families and Junior Girl Scouts! Whether your little learners are budding historians, curious chocolate lovers, or enthusiastic scouts, these upcoming interactive learning experiences promise hands-on fun and engaging history lessons. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable time!
Homeschool Sessions: "Food of the Gods: Chocolate in Mesoamerica"
📅 Every Tuesday in March (March 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2025)
⏰ 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
💲 $17 per person (ages 3+), free for ages 2 and under
Calling all homeschool families! This March, The Hershey Story Museum is taking students on a delicious journey through chocolate history, uncovering the origins of chocolate and its significance in Mesoamerican cultures. Kids will learn how the ancient Maya and Aztecs valued cacao beans as currency, solve a hieroglyph puzzle, and even sample an authentic Maya chocolate drink! As a sweet finale, participants will create a Mesoamerican-inspired chocolate treat to take home.
Each homeschool session includes museum admission, a scavenger hunt, and hands-on activities tailored for elementary and middle school students (ideal for 2nd through 8th grade but open to all ages).
💡 Pro Tip: Seating is limited, and these sessions sell out fast! Be sure to grab your Hershey Story Museum tickets in advance at HersheyStory.org.
Junior Girl Scout “Playing the Past” Badge Workshop
📅 Saturday, March 22, 2025
⏰ 9:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
💲 $15 per Junior Scout; $15 per Leader/adult chaperone
Junior Girl Scouts, get ready for a historical adventure! During this engaging scout workshop, participants will step into the past and experience Hershey’s rich history through the eyes of women and girls from the past.
Scouts will explore museum exhibits, play old-fashioned games, and complete two hands-on crafts to take home. This program helps Junior Scouts earn the “Playing the Past” badge while making learning history fun!
👩👧 Leader Tip: Registration is required—secure your spot by visiting HersheyStory.org and clicking on the “Scouts Program” tab under “Events & Programs.”
These spring events at The Hershey Story Museum are perfect for families seeking educational fun in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Whether you're exploring ancient chocolate traditions or reliving historical stories, these interactive programs offer an unforgettable learning experience for kids.
For more details, visit HersheyStory.org or contact Elizabeth Lindsay at 717-520-5588 or elalindsay@hersheystory.org.
🎟️ Book your tickets now and make history come alive for your children!
