NMB Launches Teachers’ Circle Programme
The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] has expanded its Teacher Professional Development programme with the launch of an innovative learning series: The NMB Teachers’ Circle.
A spokesperson said, “This initiative is a collaborative effort between NMB and the Department of Education, Government of Bermuda, designed to strengthen intercollegiate collaboration and historical thinking and inquiry-based teaching practices in Bermuda’s classrooms.
“Launching on Friday January 23, 2026, the Teachers’ Circle is a five-part modular programme led by Lisa Howie, NMB Director of Learning and Engagement. Sessions will take place monthly from January through May at the Museum, engaging educators as learners in an experiential format. Participants will critically analyse primary and secondary sources, art, and objects, and museum exhibits to deepen their understanding of Bermuda history and engage with historical thinking and inquiry-based learning tenchniques to use in their classrooms.”
Lisa Howie, Director of Learning and Engagement at the NMB, said, “Learning history is fundamental to understanding our past, present and future. NMB is committed to empowering educators through workshops rooted in inquiry-based learning and museum education practices. The Teachers’ Circle was created to meet the needs of our local educators by fostering collaboration and providing opportunities to deepen understanding of Bermuda history and experiment with historical thinking and inquiry-based learning methods to use in the classroom. We look forward to building relationships, fostering the exchange of knowledge and practices, facilitating the co-authoring of resources, and serving as a reliable partner for Bermuda educators.
“These workshops are free, thanks to our generous philanthropic partners and will take place on the NMB’s campus in Dockyard. We encourage both private and public-school educators of Social Studies, Bermuda Studies, English, Art and the Humanities from primary to high school to register today!”
Programme Highlights:
The spokesperson said, “Educators will:
- Engage in inquiry-based learning to analyse, critically assess and interpret historical events with primary and secondary sources, objects and art
- Increase confidence in using NMB assets to enrich classroom instruction, design field trips, and create meta-cognition routines for student reflection
- Gain ‘behind the scenes’ access to Museum collections and staff, exploring objects, art and archival materials
- Deepen understanding of Bermuda history, including strategies for addressing sensitive historical topics such as enslavement
- Collaborate with colleagues, co-author tangible teaching resources to use in the classroom
- Cross-Curricular Connections: Modules will integrate literacy, art, and history through art, objects and exhibits like the Hall of History mural, The Family Circle, and Shipwreck Island exhibit.
- Reflect on the process and its impact through structured evaluation and discussion
“The series of workshops will take place Fridays: January 23; February 27; March 27, April 17 and May 29. Participants will receive 7.5 hours of BEC approved TPD hours, a participation certificate and a complimentary one-year NMB family membership.
“The registration deadline for workshop is Friday, January 16. A maximum of 15 participants has been set for the programme so interested parties are encouraged to register as soon as possible. Learn more and register at: https://nmb.bm/teachers-circle/
“Participants must participate in all five parts of the programme.”
This is a great initiative. I’m sure it will benefit teachers and students.