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Mechanics Hall

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Students complete a variety of activities that go along with the study of and possible fieldtrip to Mechanics Hall (Black River Valley) in Worcester, MA. They examine the role industrial development had in society at the turn of the century.

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Grade
5th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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