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A picture of a Museum visitor exploring in the giant anthill. Self–Guided Visits
Book early to receive the date and arrival time of choice. Call 651–225–6002 to make your reservation and ask about special themes and performances on the day of your visit.

• Grade Level: Pre–K through 5
• Minimum: 20 children
• Maximum: 120 children
• Visit Length: 2 hours
• Adults: Ratio of 1 adult (admitted free) for every 4 children. Additional adults are $4.50 or $2.25 through Group Access Program
• Available: Wednesday through Friday year round. Mondays, May 15 and 22, and June through August
Cost: $4.50 per child; $2.25 per child through Group Access Program

Choose additional options from the list below.

Options
When you schedule your field trip, let our reservationist know which options you would like to add to your visit.
Lunch Space
Lunch space may be reserved in the Great Big Room for a maximum of 100 children. This space is available year round for 20–minute periods between 11:15 a.m. and 1 p.m. by reservation only. The space is free with any group reservation. No other lunch space is available.

Preschool and Kindergarten Tuesdays Self–Guided Visits
Themed Self–Guided Visits
School Family Night Self–Guided Visits

Preschool and Kindergarten Self–Guided Visits
The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month are reserved for our youngest group visitors and feature special music, story times, and themed activities. Your group can explore, discover and learn throughout the Museum’s permanent galleries and special exhibits at your own pace.

A picture of Museum visitor’s movin' and groovin'. Grade Level: Pre–K and Kindergarten
Minimum: 20 children
Maximum: 120 children
Visit Length: 2 hours
Adults: Ratio of 1 adult (admitted free) for every 4 children. Additional adults are $4.50 or $2.25 through Group Access Program
Available: Year round
Cost: $4.50 per child; $2.25 per child through Group Access Program

School Family Night Self–Guided Visit
Are you looking for a unique way to build school community and involve your students’ families in their education? Come to Family Night! Families will enjoy playing and learning together as they explore the Museum. Call the School Services Hotline at 651–225–6021 for more information and to register.

Grade Level: Varies
When: 6 – 8 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month or on Fridays
Maximum: 200 people
Visit Length: 2 hours
Available: Year round
Cost: $350 for the group, $250 through Group Access Program

Chaperone and Visitor Tips
The Museum has seven galleries filled with hands–on exhibits designed for children ages six months to 10 years, but everyone can play—even adults! This guide will help make the most of your visit so you and your group can PLAY TO LEARN and LEARN TO PLAY!

How do I keep the children safe?
• There is only one entrance and exit to each gallery so that supervising your group will be easier.
• Museum staff in purple vests and aprons can quickly radio for help if a child gets separated from your group.

How can I prepare for this trip?
• This is a hands–on museum so children are encouraged to touch the exhibits.
• Know the activities for the day. For a complete listing of upcoming activities, go to the Museum's Calendar.
• Use the Museum map, written guides, program boards and Museum signs to help your group naviagate the Museum.

What rules should I explain to my group before our exploration begins?
• Please walk at all times.
• Stay with your adult leader.
• Share and take turns in the exhibits.
• Put things away after you play with them.
• If children need help, they should look for a Museum staff person in a purple vest or apron.
• Have fun!

How can I help the children learn during our visit?
• Be enthusiastic and curious about learning together in the exhibits.
• Help children work together to make choices about what exhibits to visit. You may not have time to visit everything.
• Encourage children to talk about what they are doing.
• Ask questions that help children focus their attention, measure and count, compare or solve problems. Begin questions with words such as “Why,” “How,” “What” and “If.”

Look for staff in purple vests or aprons and the volunteers in red vests. They’re happy to assist and answer questions.


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