This program explores the bubonic plague outbreak of 1900 and its impact on the residents of The Rocks and their environment. By examining the former living conditions at Susannah Place Museum and participating in a guided walk through plague-related sites in The Rocks and neighbouring Millers Point, students will investigate the effects this epidemic had on the community. As well, students will identify and discuss the role of the government in the lives of the residents.
 
$8 per student | Duration 90 minutes

For an extra $2.00 per student, visit The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre with Susannah Place Museum guides for 30 minutes of directly related hands-on science activities.  Students will have the opportunity to manipulate and handle a variety of equipment such as microscopes and specimen slides as they explore the links between fleas, rats and the plague.

$10.00 | Duration (including The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre): 2 hours