Remaining Groups Depart from MHSHS Patio facing Fire Department 2:25 Wed. May 4 and Tues. May 10 TENEMENT MUSEUM TOURS - 1 Train to D Train to F or M Trains to Delancy Street (Museum on 108 Orchard Street)

Those attending these last two Tenement Museum Tours please come prepared:

1. A small pocket notepad; prepared 10-15 interview questions with space for responses





2. pick one group member to bring a camera - cell phone with recording device
      While photos are NOT allowed within actual building, chronicling the outside of these historical buildings is essential. Additionally, interviewing and "shooting" tour guides and other places is the best way to document your trip.








3. Re-read tenement sections within Ragtime [Chapts. 3 and 6] as well as sections on immigrants and "Othering"

4. View video about Riis' photos of Tenements -

http://www.history.com/videos/the-harlem-renaissance-an-artistic-explosion#the-harlem-renaissance-an-artistic-explosion?vid=HIS_MRSS_Hulu

The Harlem Renaissance (2:53 mins)    -   followed by:

Jacob Riis (2:07 mins)  - Tenement Buildings

The Statue of Liberty Unknown (3:40 mins).


5. Bring recording device, so you can tape interview WHILE taking a few written notes [back-up].

6. Take creative shots

7. Write reflections and CAPTIONS for photos soon after taking them. This way when uploading them to the blog, you'll remember what and WHY you shot what you have. 

8. Address conditions, what you've learned, how these immigrants affected American laws and society.

9. Discuss somethings that were shocking, unbelievable or even scary.

10. Be creative with reflections - tell the story without sounding stiff, loose, relaxed write-ups similar to Sundjata Chronicles from Freshman year. 

Other tips:

-Stay attentive
-Eye contact
-Be appreciative
-Even if you think the answer will be, "No", ASK anyway.
-Listen carefully
     Often you'll hear things that sound more shocking or bizarre - ASK FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS








Former grade school teacher and 3-year Tenement guide, Ruth Biton, holds a drawing of the area, circa 1900.

All pictures by Mike, Hana, Emily and Mandy
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Reminder to all those who missed the Harlem trip: Be sure to get a map and head out there when you have time.


 “A picture is worth 1,000 words.” ~