Laguna Hills, CA
Laguna Hills, CA
Moulton Museum is proud to offer a variety of educational programs and resources highlighting the rich ranching history of Orange County and how the land has changed over time.
We make learning experiences easy, accessible, and enjoyable for teachers and students.
Moulton Museum strives to build connections between the past, present, and future. We are honored to pass on the pioneer spirit to the students of Orange County.
The Pioneer Spirit guided Lewis and Nellie Gail Moulton and was a keystone of their successes throughout their lifetimes.
To embrace and embody the traits of “The Pioneer Spirit”, we believe one should:
Moulton Museum offers educational tours about the rich history of Orange County that align with grade-level benchmarks and California Common Core State Standards (CCSS) History Social Science standards. The tours include a visit to our latest exhibits and art gallery.
By making your reservation, you and your students will enjoy:
Complete our Classroom Tour Reservation Form with your group size, age/grade level, preferred dates, and any needed special accommodation requests. Our team will reach out to confirm our site’s availability for a classroom tour.
We ask for a $5.00 per person donation. Donations may be paid through our Donate page or by making arrangements with the Education Staff.
We provide tours for students in grades K-12. The tours are customized to suit the needs of the students’ grade levels. The tour is aligned with the History Social Science (CCSS) Common Core State Standards.
Tours last between 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the age/grade level of the students.
Tap on the link below. Complete the form and submit. Our Education Staff will get back to you to set up a tour.
You can park in any of the open spaces in the Moulton Ranch Center. We recommend the bus route and parking area shown on the site map.
Yes, we will provide you with an area to enjoy your packed lunch following a morning tour if you arrange it with us ahead of time.
Plan to schedule one classroom at a time: 40 students or less. If you have more than 40 students, please contact us to make special arrangements.
Yes, use of the Traveling Trunk two weeks prior to or directly after your visit is recommended. The Trunk contains supporting materials that can be used with your students.
The Traveling Trunk can be used as a stand-alone resource or be partnered with a Museum Tour. If you are a local educator interested in borrowing one of our Traveling Trunks, learn more through our Traveling Trunk page!
Rustle up your students and mosey on over to Aliso Viejo Ranch for our Semi-Annual Ranch Round-up!
This history jamboree is tailored for third-graders and fourth-graders.
For more information, tap the link below:
Library Storytime for little ones is held at the Moulton Museum on the second Wednesday of each month from 10:30-12:00.
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Here are some samples of activities available in our Traveling History Trunks. You may download these grade-specific activities to use in your classroom.
Make sure to check back often as our resources will be periodically updated.
The Moulton Museum honors “The Pioneer Spirit” through many initiatives. Students are encouraged to apply for the Orange County History Day “Moulton Museum” award, which recognizes outstanding student-led websites that contribute to our understanding of history.
To embrace and embody the traits of “The Pioneer Spirit”, the websites should embody the values that coursed through the veins of Lewis and Nellie Gail Moulton:
Thank you to the O.L. Halsell Foundation for your continued support funding our Moulton Museum Education Programs. Your financial support makes educating our future pioneers possible!
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to experience history on a whole new level. Our education program offers several benefits we know you’ll appreciate!
Start this journey today by reserving our new History Trunk for two weeks prior or after your visit.
By making your reservation, you and your students will enjoy:
Moulton Museum offers educational tours on the rich history of Orange County that align with grade-level benchmarks and California Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
Make your history lessons come alive with Moulton Museum!
