Voices of Change:
Exploring Social Justice and Civil Rights Through Primary Sources
Grade 9–12
Illinois Learning Standards
Available year-round.
This immersive field trip delves into examples of social justice and civil rights movements within Lake County from the 1840s to the 1970s. Students will engage with primary sources such as documents, newspaper articles, and photographs that illustrate key moments in Lake County’s history. Through guided discussion and activities, students will analyze the sources to gain insight on the importance of local history and how relevant these issues still are today.
Field Trip
Runs 1 hour.
Location: Dunn Museum, Libertyville
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Program Pricing |
Resident |
Nonresident |
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Per Student |
$2 |
$4 |
For schools eligible for the Beyond the Classroom program, the program fee is waived and a transportation stipend is issued after the program date.
In-School Program
Runs 45 minutes.
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Program Pricing |
Resident |
Nonresident |
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Per Group |
$60 |
$80 |
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Additional Group* |
$40 |
$55 |
*Groups must attend the same program on the same date.