Kennesaw families looking for a hands-on history lesson can visit the Southern Museum on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, for a Homeschool Workshop focused on the customs of the late 1800s.

The program, titled A Morning for Mourning, introduces children to mourning rituals practiced during that period, giving them a window into how people expressed grief and remembered loved ones in another era.

The drop-in workshop runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Southern Museum, 2829 Cherokee Street NW in downtown Kennesaw.

The museum recommends the activity for elementary-age students 5 to 12 and their caregivers. No advance registration is required, and the workshop is included with regular museum admission. Members attend free.

How the homeschool workshop works

Rather than asking families to arrive at a single start time, the museum uses a flexible drop-in format. Each participating student receives a personalized introduction and instructions before beginning activities.

Guided presentations or tours take place approximately every half hour, helping visitors explore the day's theme in more depth.

The museum describes its homeschool workshops as multidisciplinary experiences combining hands-on projects, demonstrations, tours and guided activities. Its broader workshop series also connects historical subjects with train-themed STEAM learning.

For families balancing lessons, errands and multiple children's schedules, the three-hour window makes it easier to choose a convenient arrival time.

The October topic is historical mourning customs, not a general Halloween program. Parents and caregivers can decide how best to introduce the subject based on their children's interests and comfort with discussions of death and remembrance.

Admission and planning your visit

Regular Southern Museum admission is listed at $10 for adults, $8 for seniors 65 and older and $5 for children ages 3–17. Children 2 and younger are admitted free. Other discounts may apply.

Because the workshop is included with museum admission, there is no separate workshop registration requirement listed for this event.

The museum lists parking behind its building at 2937 Shirley Drive. Families should check museum guidance before arriving for current parking and accessibility information.

The Southern Museum can be reached at 770-427-2117 with questions about the program or a visit.

The workshop offers homeschool families an opportunity to pair a focused history topic with a museum outing in downtown Kennesaw. Visitors may also explore the museum's broader railroad and regional history exhibits during their trip.

For full details and any last-minute changes, consult the official Southern Museum event listing.