Quicksilver Mining Museum School Program
Programs are led by interpretive staff and supported by volunteer docents. We are always looking for enthusiastic school program docents. If you're interested in becoming a docent, please visit our Docent Recruitment page to learn more and sign up.
-IN-PERSON- Quicksilver Mining Museum – mercury mining and California Gold Rush
Location: New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum in San Jose
Grade Level(s): 3rd/4th
Maximum Number of Students: 35
Program Duration: 2 hours (10:00am-12:00pm Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays)
Program Fee: FREE
Masks are strongly recommended in all County buildings, including the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum.
Overview: Students explore the history of mercury mining, its importance to the gold rush, and the power of community to achieve a goal through a brief museum tour and hands-on activities indoors at the Casa Grande.
In Person Program Registration is open. Please sign up below to request an in-person field trip.
-VIRTUAL- Quicksilver Mining Museum – mercury mining and California Gold Rush
Location: Virtual
Grade Level(s): 3rd/4th
Maximum Number of Students: 35
Program Duration: 1 hour (Tuesdays at 1-2pm)
Program Fee: FREE
Overview: Students will join a Park Interpreter to explore the history of mercury mining, its importance to the gold rush, and the power of community to achieve a goal. Students will engage in a virtual tour of the museum, exploration of key community members, and a PowerPoint presentation featuring maps and historic photos.
VIRTUAL Program Registration is open. Please sign up below to request a virtual school program.
Learn more in our our Teaching and Activity Guide for the New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum.