The Center offers educational presentations about George C. Marshall that are shaped to energize and excite students, while satisfying academic goals. Through a dynamic and interactive Powerpoint presentation enhanced with historic and contemporary imagery, students learn about Marshall’s remarkable contributions to 20th-century history while understanding more about his personal life in Leesburg, Virginia.

Presentations may be modified to accommodate secondary or elementary school students and can be given onsite in classrooms or auditorium settings. They serve as an excellent precursor to a field trip to Dodona Manor, but can also stand alone as a discrete learning experience for students.

To schedule an educational presentation about George C. Marshall and Dodona Manor, contact Patricia Black at (703) 777-1880 or at dodonadocentpat@aol.com.

"General George C. Marshall: An American Leader": A Fieldtrip for Students

Dodona Manor offers a compelling environment for learning. The facility can accommodate 35 to 40 individuals, or up to 80 with a shift approach, so school groups of varying size and with diverse needs can easily enjoy an authentic educational experience that introduces them to Marshall's geopolitical accomplishments, and sheds light on his personal integrity and character.

Docents use the home"s furnishing and decorative arts as a vehicle for explaining his various roles throughout the 20th century. Elementary-level students can examine memorabilia in a hands-on "treasure chest" as a means of imagining what living in the Marshalls' home would have been like in the 1950s. Students also learn more about Marshall and his wife, Katherine, their passion for gardening and reading, and their personal life in the town of Leesburg.

To schedule a school fieldtrip to Dodona Manor contact our Tour Coordinator at (703) 777-1880 or tours@georgecmarshall.org. Or complete the 2011 Student Group Tour Form and fax to (703) 777-2889.