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American Tapestry

Stream Premise

The United States has always been a multicultural society. Both an understanding of diversities and a recognition of the common bonds that unite Americans serve to distinguish and strengthen the United States and to promote success and prosperity in harmonious surroundings.

Simulation Descriptions

  • Learn about and role play the journey of immigrants arriving in the US through Ellis Island.

  • Discover and understand the Heritage and Traditions of African-Americans, Asian-Americans, European-Americans, Hispanic-Americans, and Native Americans.

  • Study the battles for Civil Rights for each of the major ethnic groups in America.

  • Understand how America is a woven fabric of many cultures that are both diverse and similar.