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Building a City Project Plan & Activities | The Valentine Museum

Building a City is a place-based learning project that invites students to investigate the buildings, landmarks, and stories that shape their own communities. Originally developed by The Valentine and local educators in Richmond, Virginia, these materials can be adapted for just about any city, town, or community.

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