Education Programs

The Canadian Football Hall of Fame & Museum offers two in-house education programs. These two programs provide students with the opportunity to discover the exciting and unique history of Canadian football and learn about the players and builders who have provided valuable contributions to the sport and their communities. Each program is curriculum aligned and will provide students with the opportunity to have a guided tour of the exhibits, plus enjoy hands-on activities and demonstrations. Students will complete their tour by visiting the "Collector's Zone" where they can purchase a keepsake of their visit.

History of the Grey Cup

Level: Grade 5-7
Components of the program can be modified for JK - Grade 4 students
Duration: 120 minutes
Program is curriculum aligned with Math, Science, Language, Social Studies, and History and Phys Ed.

Students will explore the museum to learn about the History of Canada's greatest sporting tradition: The Grey Cup game and the Grey Cup trophy. Students will examine Grey Cup artefacts and learn about classic Grey Cup games and the stories behind them. Special emphasis will be placed on Hall of Fame members who have participated in Grey Cup games.

Suit Him Up: Evolution of Football Equipment

Level: Grade 5-7
Components of the program can be modified for JK - Grade 4 students
Duration: 120 minutes
Program is curriculum aligned with Math, Science, Language, Social Studies, and History

Student's will view football equipment on display throughout the museum and get a close-up look at footballs, helmets, jerseys, and other equipment used over the years. In the early 1900's. players incurred a great deal of physical injury due to the lack of equipment worn until protective gear was designed and evolved into what we see today. Students will also have the opportunity to try on football equipment.

How to Book an In-house Education Program

To book your trip please complete Education Form and return it to the Hall of Fame.

To get more information please contact The Canadian Football Hall of Fame and Museum at (905)528-7566 or by email: info@cfhof.ca

Cost - $10.00 per student, staff/chaperones are free (includes bus)*

Class size maximum of 48 Students

If your looking to book a bus for your trip to the Hall please fill out School Bus Form for special rates to the Hall of Fame.

*Price for Hamilton area, please contact the Hall for rates coming from out of town

 

Official Bus Line of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame and Museum.