Young Historians

Bring the story of Bushy Run Battlefield into your home! Explore our collection of educational videos, hands-on crafts, activities, and interactive resources designed to help children and families discover the people, events, and daily life of 18th-century America.

Through these engaging activities, young learners can explore the cultures, communities, and historical figures connected to the Battle of Bushy Run while developing a deeper appreciation for our shared past. Whether you're looking for a fun afternoon activity, a homeschooling resource, or a way to extend your visit beyond the museum, there's something here for every budding historian.

Be sure to check back often as new activities and resources are added throughout the year. When you're ready to experience history firsthand, we invite you to visit our museum and walk the battlefield where these remarkable events took place.

Educational Videos

“The Fur Trade” with Wendy Stier

“18th Century History in Art” (Coming Soon!)

“Musket Firing Demonstration” with Dan Balzarini

“The Stories of the Fox, the Bear, and the Squirrel” with Maxine Ruble

“The Legend of the Three Sisters” with Rob Malley

“Colonial Games” (Coming Soon!)

Crafts & Activities

Bushy Run Word Search (Coming Soon!)

Bushy Run Crossword Puzzle (Coming Soon!)

PA Mountain Laurel Coloring Sheet

British Soldiers Coloring Sheet

Colonial Ladies Coloring Sheet

Red Ensign Coloring Sheet

Additional Resources

Native American Children’s Literature Reading List - Updated 2026

Living History Day Camp

Our annual Living History Day Camp is a fun and educational three-day summer program held each June at Bushy Run Battlefield, where kids step into the past and experience history firsthand.

The 2026 camp will take place June 22–24, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM each day. Campers will explore what life was like on the western Pennsylvania colonial frontier through hands-on activities such as marching drills, historical games, crafts, and other interactive experiences.

Throughout the week, campers also learn about the history of Bushy Run and the people who lived during this important time in Pennsylvania’s past.

Registration Notice:

Registration for the 2026 Living History Day Camp is now closed. We appreciate all who signed up, and we look forward to welcoming our campers this summer! Another opportunity to participate will be offered next year.