For Educators

Our Approach

Place-based education (PBE) immerses students in local communities and leverages local history, geography, cultures, and experiences to engage students in the learning process.

Chattanooga’s rich historical narrative includes the compelling story of Andrew’s Raiders and their mission which led to the city’s national recognition as the “Birthplace of the Medal of Honor.”

The Medal of Honor is our nation’s highest military honor for valor, and through the powerful stories of these ordinary people who accomplished extraordinary things, history is brought to life along the MOHHC’s gallery timeline. Many educators, however, are unaware of this history and the educational programs offered at our facility.

The National Medal of Honor Heritage Center’s educational programming is made possible by the contributions of organizations and individuals in our community and beyond who believe in our mission and our WHY—to inspire all generations to be the best version of themselves.

Our Teacher Fellowship Program simply would not exist without the generosity of the Fields and Bell families who were instrumental in ensuring the program launched in 2023. Their gifts were made in honor of the late Katie Fields Bell, and the Katie Fields Bell Fellow Award is awarded to an outstanding Teacher Fellow each year. Learn More About This Award and Recipients Here.

Professional Learning

Workshops

Fellowship

Lesson Plans

Resources

Schedule a trip

Plan a field trip for your class to visit our Heritage Center and learn about the history and six characteristics of the Medal of Honor.

Schedule a trip

Plan a field trip for your class to visit our Heritage Center and learn about the history and six characteristics of the Medal of Honor.

Exhibits

Space Medal of Honor

Lt. Col. Dick Scobee’s story is both aspirational and inspirational. Beginning in the late 1950s, he worked his way up through the Air Force ranks from mechanic in San Antonio...

Andrews' Raiders

Step back in time with a daring band of Union volunteers, led by James J. Andrews, as they embark on their mission to disrupt the confederacy in "The Great Locomotive Chase".

Character Kiosks

Pass through character kiosks where our Medals of Honor are displayed. Explore common traits that all Medal of Honor recipients exhibit: courage, sacrifice, integrity, commitment, patriotism, and citizenship.

Coolidge Theater

Walk in Charles Coolidge’s shoes as you trace his WWII journey. He hiked over 1500 miles from Africa to Europe as he fought for our freedom.

The "Living Room" War

The Korean and Vietnam War exhibit demonstrates how armed conflicts were increasingly brought into American homes via televised footage in this 1960s-era living room .

Rotating Exhibits

At the end of the permanent exhibit, you will visit the gallery that houses our rotating exhibits that change throughout the year displaying the lives and sacrifices of recipients of the Medal of Honor.