Junior Historians is a dynamic afterschool program for children in grades 3 to 5.
EXPLORE Junior Historians is a dynamic afterschool program designed for children in grades 3 to 5 who are curious about the world around them.
Through hands-on learning students learn about the history of the Coachella Valley and the earliest explorers that helped shape our community.
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September – November 2026
Class Dates
September 2026
15, 22, 29
October 2026
6, 13, 20, 27
November 2026
3, 10, 17
Grade Level:
Students in 3rd through 5th grade
Program Time:
Tuesdays from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
The Coachella Valley History Museum provides children with a unique opportunity to explore local history through engaging, hands-on experiences right here at the Museum. Each class combines learning, creativity, and fun.
What Students Will Experience:
Hands-On History
Old-Fashioned Games
Arts & Crafts
Fun & Friendship
Through learning and creative activities, students discover the rich history of the Coachella Valley while developing a deeper connection to the community and its past.
Location
Coachella Valley History Museum
82-616 Miles Avenue
Indio, CA 92201
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Registration Fee: $50 per child.
Includes snacks and all materials.
Pre-registration & Pre-payment required.
To register and pay online or offline, see instructions below.
Register your child for Junior Historians through our convenient online form. Simply click the link below, complete and submit the online registration form, and tap the "Online Payment" button at the bottom of the registration form to pay online. Please note that both the completed registration form and payment must be submitted before your student can be enrolled in the program.
OPTIONAL: When paying online, there is an option to add $2 to your payment to help us cover online processing fees. Choosing this option allows Jr. Historians to retain the enrollment amount of $50 for program supplies.
To register offline: Download the registration form below and email the completed form to Jr. Historians Director, Sara Waters, at jr.historians@cvhm.org. Or mail it to Coachella Valley History Museum at 82616 Miles Avenue, Indio, CA 92201.
To pay offline: Pay by phone with a credit card by calling the museum at 760.342.6651 during business hours. Pay by check made payable to “Coachella Valley History Museum” and mail it in with a copy of the completed registration form to Coachella Valley History Museum at 82616 Miles Avenue, Indio, CA 92201.
For questions or more information about the program, including registration details, scheduling, program activities, or participation requirements, please contact Junior Historians Program Director, Sara Waters, at jr.historians@cvhm.org. Sara will be happy to assist with any inquiries, provide additional guidance, and ensure you have everything you need to get involved in the Junior Historians program.
The Coachella Valley History Museum gratefully acknowledges the generous support of the Irene W. & Guy L. Anderson Children’s Foundation for helping make the Junior Historians program possible. Their commitment to supporting children and education helps provide young students with meaningful opportunities to explore local history, engage in hands-on learning, and build lasting connections to our community.
Thank you for investing in the next generation of Junior Historians!
