Pioneer School at MDF

What was school like back in the good ole' days before computers, closed circuit television, and washable magic markers? Come experience a traditional school day of the mid-1800s in a one room school house typical of the mid-1800s. Our school marm will teach the 3 Rs with a good dose of recitation, spelling bees, chores and games. Bring your sack lunch and get ready for some good old fashioned fun. There will be plenty of learning, games, and fun for every age. We encourage everyone to get into the spirit of the day by wearing period dress or overalls. A typical lunch might include a slice of brown bread, a hardboiled egg and an apple packed in a lunch bucket or tied up in a napkin. Homemade butter will be made and sampled during the program. Please bring your own “well water” from home. Parents are welcome to stay and observe from outside the school house. Ages: 7 and up

Base price $18/student,
Gwinnett County price $15/student

Pre-registration required

Please arrive 10 – 15 minutes early as school will start promptly at 10:30am. Parents will need to stay for full duration of program and are welcomed to observe from outside the school house. Please attach PDF of McDaniel

In case of inclement weather the rain date will be Saturday, September 28th. You will be contacted via email.

Please note that GPS will send you to the incorrect entrance of the Farm. Please use the PDF provided under “Historic Sites” on the “Visit” tab above.  We look forward to seeing you.