COURSE TITLE: EXPLORING SILVERTON & THE OREGON GARDEN

In this exciting new class, we’ll discover more than a dozen beautiful murals in Silverton, as we trace the town’s history through its artwork. In addition, our visit to the Oregon Garden will enable us to learn about native and introduced plants, wetlands, forests, and garden establishment. Most importantly, ideas will be discussed for integrating art, history, and plant study with other curriculum areas, both in the classroom, and on field trips. $10 materials and transportation fees to be paid at class. LEARNING OUTCOMES: As a result of taking this class, participants will learn: 1. About the human history of Silverton, as we discuss the establishment of the town, and its development. 2. How history can be taught through its integration with art, and how murals can provide the avenue to tie history with art 3. To identify a variety of native trees and plants, as we explore numerous habitats within the Oregon Garden. 4. How to identify a variety of native bird species