Indiana Statehouse Field Trip

On Wednesday before Thanksgiving Break, the 5th graders headed to Indianapolis for a field trip to our statehouse.  They were asked to dress nicely...Camden wore her pretty black dress with black leggings.    A few boys were in suits! 

 
Our first stop was in the rotunda.  The guides were fantastic and gave a very appropriate, informative and engaging tour.

Our next stop was in the Indiana House of Representatives.  Since they weren't in session, everyone was able to sit at a representatives seat.  The details in this room were intriguing.

Next we were off to the Indiana Senate.

 

A stop in the Indiana Supreme Court.

Finally off to the Governor's Office.  Again, everyone was out of the office but we met in his board room.  

His board table was one of the most amazing examples of woodwork details.  It was beautiful!

This trip was so good.  For such a fact-based excursion, I was surprised at how much the kids loved it too.

Off to catch the buses for a short ride to Brownsburg for lunch.

The kids could choose between McDonald's, Wendy's, Arby's, and Burger King.  Probably 1/3-1/2 of them chose McDonald's.  Of course, it was all the squirrely boys and everyone wanted a Frappe or Mocha.  Rounding them up was such a treat.

I count this as one of my favorite field trips, but anytime I get to spend time with this girl is my favorite.