Education

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument provides a variety of education programs for students in Pre-K through twelfth grade. Educators can register their classes for an on-site field trip or an in-classroom education program.

Education Reservation Request
Please submit your request 2 weeks before desired program date. Requests made less than 2 weeks of desired date will be considered but may not be able to be accommodated due to limited staffing.

To request a reservation, please click and fill out the Education Reservation Request Form for your desired program.

• In-Classroom Program
• Park Visit/Field Trip

In-Classroom Programs

Can't come to us? In-classroom programs involve a member of our park staff bringing hands-on learning activities to your classroom.

Park Visit/Field Trip

Join us for a tour of the Tallahatchie County Courthouse, where the trial of the two men accused of Emmett Till's murder took place. While on site, your class will also have time to explore our exhibit.

Depending on your interest, field trips can be extended by 1.5 hours to also include a visit to Graball Landing, the approximate location where Emmett Till's body was recovered.

Planning for Success

Cost: FREE
Registration: ALL field trip groups, including self-guided and ranger-led must pre-register.
Scheduling: Reservations for field trips must be made at least two weeks in advance.
Duration: Plan on spending about 2 hours at the monument.
Timeframe: On site tours and programs last approximately 1 hour. Students typically spend about 30 minutes exploring the exhibit at the Sumner Visitor Center.
Group Size: Our field trips can accommodate groups up to 40 students, or approximately 2 classes. If bringing more than 40 students, you will need to book a longer visit.
Weather: Field trips and site visits to the monument are offered year round, but come prepared for the weather. Summers can be hot and humid. Winters can be cold and windy.
Food Services: None are available in the park. Please plan accordingly.

 

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