Girl Scout and Boy Scout Programs
Preservation Partners Scout programs are uniquely crafted for the scouts.
Most programs are available throughout the year, after school and on Saturdays.
Preservation Partners staff will work with you to create an experience that meets your Scouts’ badge requirements.
Please contact us for information regarding handicap accessibility. We are eager to accommodate your needs.
“Thank you so much for such an amazing tour. Our troop had a great time.... Especially with the games.
To be honest, I think the dads had just as much fun too.” ”
“Thank you again for a wonderful Girl Scout event. The girls had so much fun and learned a lot too. You have a gift for working with students and passing down your enthusiasm for history! All of the leaders agreed that this was our favorite field trip we have ever done. Thank you!!”
Durant House Museum
37W700 Dean Street
Saint Charles, IL 60175
BOY SCOUTS & CUB SCOUTS
To schedule a group tour or program, call 630-377-6424 or email DurantAndSholes@ppfv.org.
Boy Scouts
ADVENTURE TO THE PAST: 60 MINUTES
Examining tools of the past is just one of the important components in the study of history. For this program, Scouts will learn about tools that were used to build the 1843 Durant House. This hands on program will allow participants to compare tools of the past with what we use today.
Fee: $5/Scout; Minimum Group Fee: $50
Cub Scouts
ADVENTURE TO THE PAST: 60 MINUTES
This program will follow the same format as the Boy Scout program above but on an age appropriate level.
Fee: $5/Scout; Minimum Group Fee: $50
GIRL SCOUTS
Juniors
LIFE AT THE DURANT HOUSE: 90 MINUTES
Scouts will have the opportunity to immerse themselves into the life of young Abba Durant during the 1850s. They will tour the Durant House and hear the story of the Bryant Durant family, early settlers of the Fox Valley. Scouts will also learn about the different toys available to the children of the 19th century. This interactive program includes activities and games of the past. (This program meets some of the requirements for the Playing the Past Badge.)
Fee: $5/Scout; Minimum Group Fee: $50
Brownies
THE DURANT STORY AND YOUR STORY: 90 MINUTES
Abba Durant’s diary illustrates the significance of her life events and how meaningful a young girl’s personal story can be. Scouts will discuss events in their own lives and the importance of keeping a modern day journal. Scouts will also tour the 1843 Durant House, dress in 19th century clothing to act out a play, and discover and play games that amused children in the 19th century.(This program meets some of the requirements for the My Family Story Badge.)
Fee: $5/Scout; Minimum Group Fee: $50