Group Tours

Group Tours at the Ashbel Woodward Museum

The Ashbel Woodward Museum welcomes school groups, senior centers, clubs, and community organizations for guided tours that bring Franklin’s history to life. Our docents tailor each visit to the interests and needs of your group, creating an engaging and accessible experience for all ages.

What Your Group Will Experience

• Stories of Franklin’s people, artifacts, and local history

• Access to current exhibitions and seasonal displays

• A welcoming, comfortable environment designed for group learning

Group Size & Scheduling

• Standard group tours accommodate up to 13 visitors per session.

• Larger groups may be scheduled in multiple sessions.

• Group tours are available Fridays and Saturdays by advance reservation. 

Admission

Admission for standard group tours 

Programs Currently Available

Featured Program: Rebel Yankeys Exhibit + “The Teas That Went Into Boston Harbor” Interactive Activity

This paired program offers an immersive look at both local and national history, making it ideal for school groups, adult groups, and community organizations.

What the Program Includes

• Rebel Yankeys Exhibit
  A guided exploration of the lives of Lebbeus Quy and Jacob Kingsbury—two Revolutionary War soldiers from Franklin whose experiences illuminate the social, racial, and political complexities of the era.
  
  

• Interactive Tea Activity: “The Teas That Went Into Boston Harbor”
  Participants handle and compare tea varieties similar to those destroyed during the Boston Tea Party while learning about the global tea trade, colonial protest culture, and the events that sparked a revolution.
  
  

Educational Value

This program deepens understanding of the American Revolution by:

• Connecting national events to the lived experiences of Franklin and local area residents

• Exploring themes of identity, race, class, and civic participation

• Encouraging critical thinking through hands‑on learning and guided discussion

• Providing sensory engagement that strengthens historical understanding

Group Size & Cost

• Available for groups of up to 24 participants

• Cost: $8.00 per person for the combined exhibit and tea activity

• Offered Fridays and Saturdays only by reservation

Location

Ashbel Woodward Museum
387 Route 32, Franklin, Connecticut
Entrance via Plains Road (shared driveway with DEEP)

Book Your Group Visit

For scheduling, availability, or program details, please contact:
ashbelwoodwardmuseum@gmail.com