From the 1600s to the 1800s, the exchange of animal furs and skins was a major part of how Europeans and Native peoples interacted in North America. Europeans traded cloth, glass beads, metal goods, and other items for the furs of beaver and other animals. Eventually, this global trade would change the course of history for Europe and North America.
Inspire your students and elevate youth voice through media making! Join PBS Wisconsin Education to learn about unique opportunities to implement media projects in your classroom. Attendees will practice the basics of video production in our Madison studios. Get hands-on experience making videos and come away with a plan to infuse your teaching with media-making. To extend your learning, we’ll offer free opportunities and resources from PBS stations to support classroom media projects throughout the school year.
Early historical maps of the Great Lakes area in the American Geographical Society Library show how European nations explored and understood this region. These maps also show how Europeans’ knowledge of the area around Wisconsin changed over time. Learn from an expert map librarian how to read and use maps for historical research.
Join PBS Wisconsin Education for the following presentations: Increasing Civic Engagement Through Media LiteracyWisconsin First Nations Educator Exemplars: Integrating Indigenous Culture Throughout the Year.
Hit a historical home run and slide into the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League!Get a snapshot of the history of H. H. Bennett and his photography studio in the Wisconsin Dells!
The Mashkiiziibii Youth Singers continue the tradition of cultural preservation by learning the singing and drumming skills that allow them to celebrate impactful moments and connect with Tribal Nations from across the country.
Hit a historical home run and slide into the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League!