Grandmother Trunks

NOTE: When you add a Kit or Trunk to your online shopping cart, it does not automatically reserve the dates that you requested. To avoid confusion, please do not select your desired dates until you are ready to check out.Imagine a trunk your grandmother might have tucked away somewhere, where they may have collected objects and stories over the years that one day might be passed on to you and your descendants. 

History Colorado’s Grandmother Trunks illustrate everyday life from the turn of the 20th century to the present day. Choose from four different communities: American Indian, African American, Hispanic, and Japanese American. Each trunk has 15-20 objects as well as lessons, biographies, and additional resources.

Details

  • Perfect for students in Grades 3–5
  • Rental Period: 2 weeks
  • Cost: $20 per trunk when picked up and dropped off at the History Colorado Center.
  • Trunks can be shipped both ways for an additional $50 charge/trunk.
  • Late return and replacement fees may apply.
  • Each two-week rental period starts on a Friday.
  • Pick up and drop off is at the History Colorado Center and is available during the weekends at the beginning and end of your rental period.

Need more than two weeks or not seeing the rental period you want? Email reservations@state.co.us or call 303/866-2320 before reserving your kit online to arrange for any additional accommodations.

NOTE: When you add a Grandmother Trunk to your online shopping cart, it does not automatically reserve the dates that you requested. To avoid confusion, please do not add to cart until you are ready to check out.