California Field Trips

TO HELP PLAN FEBRUARY & MARCH curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips & school assembly programs, these themed celebrations might be helpful. February 2026: MONTHLY: Black History Month, Library Lovers Month, National Bird Feeding Month. Day/Week Celebrations: Feb 8: Boy Scout Day. Kite Flying Day. Feb 11: International Day of Women and Girls in Science. National Inventors Day. Feb 15: Susan B Anthony Day. Feb. 16: Presidents Day. Feb 17: Random Acts of Kindness Day. Presidents’ Day. Feb 19: World Anthropology Day. MARCH 2026 MONTHLY: National Reading Month, Music in Our Schools, Craft Month, National Nutrition, National Women’s History, and National Ethics Month. CLICK on the ACTIVITY FILTER below for activity type of field trips to learn about. For those unable to travel to these locations, have the fun come to you. Check out the Outreach Field Trips & School Assembly Programs section.

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California Center for the Arts

California Center for the Arts includes arts education residencies, field trip opportunities, weekday performances for youth and a contemporary art museum. Thea

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Activities, Outreach COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
Escondido
San Diego
SCHOOL ASSEMBLY PROGRAMS & OUTREACH FIELD TRIPSTEL - 760-839-4138

California Citrus State Historic Park

California Citrus State Historic Park is an open-air museum in the state park system of California, interpreting the historic cultural landscape of the citrus industry.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool CALIFORNIA
Riverside

UncategorizedTEL - 951-780-6222

California Hall of Fame

The California Hall of Fame honors individuals and families who embody California’s innovative spirit and have made their mark on history. The hall and its exhibits are housed in The California Museum.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
SacramentoTEL - 916-653-7524

California Historical Society

The California Historical Society represents the environmental, economic, social, political, and cultural heritage of the entire state. Their knowledgeable docents guide visitors through the exhibits.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
San FranciscoTEL - 415-357-1848

California Living Museum

The California Living Museum primary focuses are plants and animals that are native to California, specifically Kern County.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIATEL - 661-872-2256

California Museum

The California Museum, home of the California Hall of Fame, engages, educates and enlightens people about California’s rich history, its diversity and its unique influence on the world of ideas, innovation, art and culture.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
Sacramento
VIRTUALTEL - 916-653-7524

California Route 66 Museum

The California Route 66 Museum is an Interactive Museum with over 4500 Sq. Ft. of floor space in such settings as a 50’s diner from the time of early pioneer trails and railroads in both historic and contemporary significance.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
San Bernardino
VictorvilleTEL - 760-951-0436

California Science Center

The California Science Center features hands-on exhibits and inquiry-based education programs. Features major exhibit areas: World of Life, Creative World, Ecosystems and Air and Space.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
Los Angeles
VIRTUALTEL - 323-724-3623

California State Capital

The California State Capitol is the seat of the Government of California. The building houses the chambers of the California State Legislature, made up of the Assembly and the Senate, a museum with exhibits along with the office of the governor.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
Sacramento
VIRTUALTEL - 916-324-0333

California State Mining & Mineral Museum

The California State Mining and Mineral Museum is a museum in the state park system of California, and interprets the state’s mineral resources and mining heritage.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
MariposaTEL - 209-742-7625

California State Railroad Museum

The California State Railroad Museum features 21 restored locomotives and railroad cars. Exhibits show how the influence of railroads changed American society, influencing travel, commerce and daily life. Railroad excursions available.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
SacramentoTEL - 916-323-9280

Cartoon Art Museum

The Cartoon Art Museum has something for everyone—from comic strips, comic books and anime to political cartoons, graphic novels and underground comix. Tours and workshops available

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