Field Trip to Traveler's Rest

On Thursday Finn's Second Grade Class took a field trip to Traveler's Rest in Nashville.  Traveler's Rest was the home of Judge John Overton.  Knowing that Nana loves American history, we invited her to go with us too. 

Nana and I dropped the boys off at school at 8:00, then Nana and I went over to McDonalds to get coffee.  The bus left at 9:15.  Finn told me that he wanted to sit with Luke on the bus, so Nana and I were able to drive behind the bus.

Upon our arrival, we were met by our tour guide - Mr. Chad.  He was a great guide.  He made everything very interesting for the kids. 

This was taken in the first room. Here, the guide went over the history of the John Overton and the history of the home in general.  He asked the kids lots of questions.  One of the answers to one of his many questions was "Memphis" (John Overton helped established Memphis).  After the kids started guessing things like Nashville, Virigina, etc., he said, "this Tennessee city has a basketball team."  Finn immediately raised his hand and correctly answered "MEMPHIS!"

In this picture the guide is telling the kids about 'bathing' set up.  All of the kids were grossed out.

This was taken in the ballroom. Finn may never admit it - but he loves to learn.

Here they are watching the tour guide demonstrate the toys of the time period. 

 I bet Finn a dollar that I could get the ball into the cup before he could. Finn won.

The hoop and stick game - its harder than it looks. 

Finn and his teacher Mrs. Lockhard. 

The graceful hoop game.  This was my favorite game. 

Last, I helped Finn with the button game. 

Next, the kids were given a change to write with a real quill pen. 

The school house. The guide told the kids what they would be expected to do if they didn't go to school. 

Finn's Second grade class. 

After the tour we sat in the sun and ate our lunch.  

We all had so much fun on this field trip.