Scouts BSA Merit Badge Workshops

Earn merit badges in a historic setting at the Museum of World Treasures in Wichita, Kansas! Our engaging, hands-on workshops for Scouts BSA (ages 11–17) are aligned with official badge requirements and provide a one-of-a-kind educational experience through guided museum exploration and interactive activities.

Merit Badge Workshop Registration Form

Registration closes the Wednesday before each scheduled workshop.

Available Merit Badge Workshops

American Heritage Merit Badge

Explore our Founding of America exhibit, featuring an 1843 copy of the Declaration of Independence. Learn how this document shaped our country, and connect national milestones to the people and events that define your local community.

Workshop offered: October 11, 2025.

Citizenship in the Nation

Understand what it means to be a U.S. citizen through our Hall of Presidents and founding documents exhibits. Analyze pivotal speeches and historical events that shaped our democracy.

Workshops offered: July 12, 2025 and November 8, 2025.

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Archaeology

Travel back in time to learn how archaeologists uncover and interpret ancient cultures. Participate in a simulated dig using real artifacts and explore how civilizations lived, worked, and worshipped.

Workshops offered: August 9, 2025 and December 13, 2025

Citizenship in the World

Discover your role in the global community. Examine the impact of the World Wars and discuss how international law, cooperation, and conflict shape our world today.

Workshops offered: September 20, 2025

Workshop Details

Who: Scouts BSA (ages 11–17)
When: 2nd Saturday of each month, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM or 2:45 PM (varies by workshop)
Location: Museum of World Treasures, 835 E 1st St N, Wichita, KS
Scout Cost: $15 per participant
Adult Cost: $10 per participant
Registration Deadline: Wednesday before each workshop

Custom workshop dates may be available for booking for groups of 25 or more. For more information, email education@worldtreasures.org.

Education Resource Center

We invite your group to drop the textbooks and immerse themselves in history as they journey through time. We provide extensive resources to plan your visit and guide students through an educational tour of the Museum.

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