History Badge Adventure at Woodrow Wilson House Museum
Difficulty
easy
Duration
90 minutes
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for a wide range of ages with basic mobility.
Overview
Step into the 1920s at the Woodrow Wilson House Museum and become a suffragist fighting for voting rights. In this hands-on 90-minute experience, young Girl Scouts earn their Democracy badge while engaging with history like never before.
Girl Scouts: "Democracy" for Cadettes
90 Minutes | Become a Suffragist and earn your Democracy Badge
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About This Adventure
Step back in time and become a Suffragist for 90 minutes! Explore the struggles of young women fighting for their voting rights in the 1920s at the President Woodrow Wilson House. Earn a badge while engaging with history, democracy, and the ideals that unite us as Americans in this unique, interactive experience.
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Duration
90 minutes
About
Become a Suffragist! Imagine what it took to fight for the vote 101 years ago. Cadettes earn a badge as they see what life in 1920 was like for young women demanding their right to be heard in government and how citizens are change-makers!
The President Woodrow Wilson House, a proud Girl Scouts Program Partner, invites Brownies, Juniors, and Cadettes to play the past, relive history, explore democracy and our civil liberties and ideals that unite us as Americans, and have fun in a perfectly preserved time capsule from the 1920s.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time to check in and get settled.
Age-Appropriate Participation
The program is designed primarily for Girl Scout Cadettes but is suitable for Brownies and Juniors with some guidance.
Accessibility Considerations
Check with staff ahead of time if you require accommodations for mobility or sensory needs.
Badge Certification
Bring your Girl Scout badge book to get it signed upon completing the program.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common urban birds such as American robins and northern cardinals frequent the neighborhood.
- Squirrels are abundant and active in the leafy park areas surrounding the museum.
History
The Woodrow Wilson House is one of the few presidential homes in Washington, D.C., preserved with original 1920s interiors, grounding this experience in authentic history.
Conservation
The museum practices sustainable operations by minimizing energy use and promoting educational programs that encourage civic responsibility.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable shoes
Wear shoes suitable for walking and standing indoors during the 90-minute program.
Weather-appropriate outerwear
Depending on the season, bring jackets or rain gear for walking to and from the museum.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Notepad and pen
Useful for taking notes during the interactive history sessions.
Girl Scout badge book
Bring your badge book to receive official signature upon completing the experience.