American Indian Grandmother Trunk

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. This two-week rental of the American Indian Grandmother Trunk will provide you with objects, lesson plans, biographies, and additional resources.

Details

• Perfect for students in Grades 3–5
• Rental Period: 2 weeks
• Cost: $30 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 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.