Museum offers workshops for educators

July 14–15, 2025 @ Birthplace of Country Music Museum

This summer, theBirthplace of Country Music Museumis offering free professional development workshops for K-12 educators. These workshops take place Monday, July 14 for elementary school teachers and Tuesday, July 15 for middle and high school teachers. Both workshops run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Each participant receives sixhours of professional development credit.

The workshops are designed to provide teachers with an engaging, hands-on experience, exploring how the museum's rich resources can be integrated into classroom instruction across multiple subjects, including ELA, social sciences, music, STEAM, physical education and more.

Workshop schedule:

• 8:30 — 9 a.m.: Sign-in, pick up educator packets, doughnuts and coffee
• 9a.m. -12 p.m.: Museum activities and resources
• 12 p.m. — 12:30 p.m.: Lunch (provided)
• 12:30-3 p.m.: Activities and learning experiences with William King Museum of Art and Steele Creek Nature Center

Educators receive a museum tour that highlights the museum's connection to Tennessee and Virginia state standards. They are also introduced to a variety of museum-based lesson plans and activities, including favorites like Banjo Bingo, the Instrument Petting Zooand the History of Listening/Science of Sound, amongothers. Educators fromWilliam King Museum of ArtandSteele Creek Nature Center also provide K-12 focused activities and resources to help teachers plan school visits and supplement their classroom assets.

Throughout the workshop, teachers gain valuable insights into how to use museum resources to enhance their curriculum, and they are introduced to a range of educational materials designed to spark student interest and learning.

What's included:

• Educator packets filled with valuable information and classroom resources
• Classroom swag and a complimentary ticket to the Birthplace of Country Music Museum
• A VISA gift card
• A certificate for six (6) hours of professional development credit
• Door prizes and raffle giveaways

This is an opportunity for teachers to explore new learning resources, connect with fellow educators, and have fun while earning professional development credit. Space is limited, so sign up today for a unique and educational professional development experience at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. To register, visit the Events page atBirthplaceOfCountryMusic.org.

Category: Workshop