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The See, Think, Wonder guide offers an in-class tour of the Gorgas House Museum and provides inquiry-based questions to engage your class in discussion about life in Alabama during the nineteenth century.

Course Standards

  • SS10.4.6: Describe cultural, economic and political aspects of the lifestyles of early nineteenth-century farmers, plantation owners, slaves and townspeople.
  • SS10.4.7: Explain the reasons for Alabama’s secession from the Union, including sectionalism, slavery, states’ rights and economic disagreements.
  • SS10.4.8: Explain Alabama’s economic and military role during the Civil War.
  • SS24.4.12d: Describe the development of educational institutions in Alabama from statehood through 1860.

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A person using a butter churn outside during the day.
A hand using a wooden washboard to scrub a garment in soapy water in a metal basin outdoors. Sunlight is casting shadows on the grassy background.
A hand holds a calligraphy pen, dipping it into a small ink pot. Surrounding the ink pot are sheets of parchment paper and envelopes on a table.
A clothesline is hung with various colorful knitted items, secured by wooden clothespins. The grass underneath is vibrant green, suggesting a sunny day.
A person uses a brass stamp to seal an envelope with red wax. The envelope has a black and white illustration on it. Nearby, a jar filled with green wax beads and a wooden stamp holder are visible.
A person writes on a sheet of parchment using a dip pen.