Homeschool Workshops

Explore monthly Homeschool Workshops! Led by a Museum Educator, each workshop combines hands-on learning with exhibition exploration to inspire curiosity about architecture, engineering, and design. Developed for homeschool students, these engaging programs provide opportunities to learn, create, and explore in the Museum's unique setting.

Workshops are limited to 25 students. Please see the table below for available workshop dates and program options. Workshops for Kindergarten to 1st grade students are 1 hour long, while workshops for 2nd to 8th grade students are 1.5 hours. Date Time Program Program Description Grade Level Monday, November 9 10:15 to 11:45 am Designing for Disaster This program dives into how engineers solve architectural and design challenges by investigating the principles behind earthquake-resistant structures. Students will discover how engineering, materials, and design work together to create resilient buildings. 4th-8th Thursday, December 10 10:15 to 11:45 am Indigenous Architecture In this workshop, learners will investigate how Indigenous Peoples in North America have shaped the built environment using natural resources, cultural knowledge, and environmental awareness in both the past and present day. 5th-8th Monday, February 1 10:15 to 11:45 am City by Design Students will step into the role of city planners as they explore the development of Washington, D.C. and its neighborhoods. Using what they learn, they will plan and build their own model city out of LEGO® bricks. 2nd-5th Friday, March 12 10:15 to 11:15 am Be a Builder! This hands-on program explores careers at the heart of the National Building Museum. Participants will learn about careers in construction, arts, and culture, including curators, preservationists, and exhibition designers, and discover a world of possibilities. K-1st Friday, April 23 10:15 to 11:15 am Three Little Pigs Students will explore different building materials and test their strengths and weaknesses through the classic story of the Three Little Pigs. K-1st