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HERE'S WHAT EDUCATORS ARE SAYING ABOUT STUDENT DAYS AT THE GEORGIA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL:
Our students came back
to school more excited and
motivated about history than
I have ever seen them!
The interaction of your
characters with our students
was amazing! It enhanced
their trip so much that they
felt like they had lived during
the Renaissance for a day!
The information presented to
our group was done in an
entertaining and original way.
My students were learning,
and having fun doing so.
This was our best field trip
ever! We'll be back next year!
BOOK YOUR FIELD TRIP NOW!
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These interactive workshops are offered each Student Day
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WEAPONS OF WAR
Knowledge of the many weapons of war was a vital
skill in the 16th Century! Before each joust, Sir Mauldron and his fellow knights
will demonstrate the uses of a shield, battleaxe,
broadsword, mace, and the most deadly of all - the lance! |
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CONVERSATION WITH LEONARDO DA VINCI
Signore Da Vinci - inventor, architect, sculptor,
painter, mathematician - a true Renaissance man!
He will lead the class on the proportioning of the
human body using his classic sketch "The
Vitruvian Man". Did you know that your pinky
finger is the exact length of your nose? Learn this
and much more! Leonardo will also discuss two
of his most famous paintings: "The Last Supper"
and "La Giaconda" - the "Mona Lisa". He will
explain the different painting methods used in
each and the symbolism in his masterpieces! |
 | THE SIX WIVES OF HENRY VIII
His Most Royal Majesty, King Henry VIII himself,
will take you through the history of each of his
marriages, explaining why each marriage ended
the way it did...!
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KNIGHTHOOD AND CHIVALRY
Sir Mauldron, the Baron of Blackburn, explains
the process of becoming a knight, from squire
to spurs and defines the meaning of chivalry.
He explains heraldic symbols and their use on
the battlefield, and the properties of jousting
and how it is scored. He will also demonstrate
the use of various weapons of war, and instruct
several volunteers in the proper grip and thrust of
a broadsword! |
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INTERVIEW WITH THE KING AND QUEEN
Their Most Royal Majesties King Henry VIII and
Queen Anne Boleyn, along with the rest of the
Royal Court, will take questions from students on
what a typical day might be like for royalty and
nobility during the Renaissance!* |
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LANGUAGE AND MANNERISMS OF
THE 16TH CENTURY
Follow along as two of our colorful villagers instruct
thee in the fine art of language and mannerisms in
the 16th Century! Students will learn the proper way
to greet one another, how to bow and curtsey,
how to escort a lady properly, and why you never,
EVER hold hands palm-to-palm! |
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RENAISSANCE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Demonstrations and instructions on the music and history of many Renaissance instruments including the harp, pennywhistle, tin whistle, recorder, and squeezebox.
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SUPERSTITIONS OF THE 16TH CENTURY
How do you ward off the evil eye? How do you keep
fairies out of the barn? What makes the milk go
sour? These superstitions may sound silly to us in
this day and age, but they were very real to the
people of the Renaissance! This interactive class
discusses some of the more common superstitions
and the steps to take to protect yourself from harm! |
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THE VILLAGE SHAKESPEARE TROUPE
Our very own Shakespearian actors bring excitement to the Bard’s works with their engaging recitations. Students can “Spin the Wheel of Shakespeare” and see scenes from a number of Shakespeare’s plays!
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