Peter's Walking Tours and Continuing Education Courses.
Exploring Portland's Interstate MAX Line: Culture, Art, History, & Science
Saturday-Sunday, January 6-7, 2024
Course Number HI 405R or HI 505R 2 credits $250
There can be additional materials and entrance fees. Check with the instructor for specific details for this class.
Discover a blend of art, architecture, history, science, and cultural diversity, as we ride Portland's new Interstate MAX line from the Rose Quarter to the Expo Center. Along the way, we'll see new artworks at every station, and we'll learn the history behind each neighborhood we visit. We'll look at the contributions African Americans, Native Americans, Polish Americans, and Japanese Americans have made to Portland with visits to Kenton, Vanport and other historic neighborhoods adjacent to the MAX Line, and other locations. We'll also explore local parks, historic homes, and the Emanuel Hospital's Children's Garden. The course is applicable to all teachers of grades K-12.
Cultural Portland
Saturday-Sunday, January 13-14, 2024 (cancelled due to weather)
Course Number SS409X or SS509X 2 Credits $250
There can be additional materials and entrance fees. Check with the instructor for specific details for this class.
In this exciting class, you’ll discover some of the city’s most interesting history, culture and art, as we tour three magnificent museums and two cultural gardens. We’ll begin with a visit to the Oregon History Center, where we’ll tour the permanent collection including the award winning display, “Experience Oregon.” Later, we’ll visit the Portland Art Museum, including the newly expanded North Wing and the sculpture garden. On Day 2, we’ll visit the Japanese American-Historical Plaza, The Oregon Nikkei Museum (which is dedicated to Japanese American history) and the Classical Chinese Garden. Along the way, we’ll stop to discuss ideas for making these museums come alive for our students, as classroom lessons and field trip ideas will be discussed.
Historic Vancouver
Saturday, January 27th, 2024
Course Number SS 411c or SS511c 1 Credit $140
There can be additional materials and entrance fees. Check with the instructor for specific details for this class.
Discover living history, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities for your students as you visit the Vancouver Historic Site, Officers Row, the Pearson Air Museum, and the Vancouver Land Bridge in this one day class. The Vancouver Historic Site was one of the first military and supply centers in the west, and continues to serve as an educational resource. A walk along Officer's Row will provide insight into 19th century architecture, while the Pearson Air Museum provides an historic look at aviation. This class will provide lots of ideas to build your history and science curriculum.