Edison’s Light Fantastic
Learn about the invention of the incandescent light bulb – directly from Thomas Edison. This one-man plan provides a glimpse into the inspiring life, work, and mind of Thomas Edison.
Activity
Edison’s Light Fantastic
Dramatic Presentation in Greenfield Village. Meet Thomas Edison the day after he introduced the world's first practical incandescent light bulb in this live one-man show. Free with Village admission.
Subject: History
Type of Use: Field Trip
Era: Era 6: The Development of an Industrial, Urban, and Global United States
Curriculum Connection
Edison’s Light Fantastic
Expanded, full-text description of Michigan Grade Level/High School Content Expectations and National Standards for Edison's Light Fantastic dramatic presentation.
Subject: History
Type of Use: Field Trip
Era: Era 6: The Development of an Industrial, Urban, and Global United States
Edison’s Light Fantastic
A description of Girl Scout Transforming Leadership Outcomes for Edison's Light Fantastic dramatic presentation.
Subject: History
Type of Use: Field Trip
Era: Era 6: The Development of an Industrial, Urban, and Global United States
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