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To help plan MAY & JUNE curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips and school assembly programs, these monthly themed celebrations might be a helpful focus. May 18: Museum Day. May 19: Plant Something Day. May 20: Weights and Measures Day. World Bee Day. May 22: National Maritime Day. May 28: Amnesty International Day. May 29: Learn About Composting Day. May 31: National Smile Day. June 1- National Say Something Nice Day. June 4 - Seaweed Day. June 7 - Daniel Boone Day. June 8 - World Oceans. June 14 - Flag Day. June 16 - World Sea Turtle Day. June 19 - Juneteenth. June 20 - National American Eagle. June 22 - Summer Solstice. World Rainforest Day. June 26 - Forgiveness Day.  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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Charles F. Hagar Planetarium

The Charles F. Hagar Planetarium at San Francisco State University shows are live and interactive. We show the night sky as it is seen from Earth and tell the audience about the things they can see there. Shows adjust to the needs and interests of each group.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Activities, Shows COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool CALIFORNIA
San Francisco
TEL - 415-338-6164

Charles Paddock Zoo

The Charles Paddock Zoo is home to hundreds of animal species from around the world. Many of the zoo residents are part of globally managed programs to preserve animals and their habitats.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
Atascadero
TEL - 805-470-3172

Children's Creativity Museum

The Children’s Creativity Museum offers hands-on, multimedia arts and technology experiences designed to build creative confidence in children 2-12 years.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
San Francisco
TEL - 415-820-3320

Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose

Over 150 hands-on exhibits and programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, nature, and health that spark curiosity, creative and critical thinking, problem-solving, and confidence.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
San Jose Metro
TEL - 408-298-5437

Chinese Historical Society of America Museum

Chinese Historical Society of America is a mall museum exploring the Chinese immigrant experience in the U.S. through photos & artifacts. Educational programs include in-depth exploration, while utilizing Chinatown as an educational learning space.

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
San Francisco
TEL - 415-391-1188 Ext 101

Colton Area Museum

The Colton Area Museum, formerly known as the Colton Carnegie Library, which once served as a library, is now a museum that showcases the rich history and culture of the Colton area.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool CALIFORNIA
Colton
San Bernardino
TEL - 909-824-8814

Computer History Museum

The Computer History Museum is a museum of computer history. The museum presents stories and artifacts of Silicon Valley and the information age, and explores the computing revolution and its impact on society. 

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
Mountain View
TEL - 650-810-1010

Conservatory of Flowers

The Conservatory of Flowers is a greenhouse and botanical garden that houses a collection of rare and exotic plants in Golden Gate Park. The Conservatory of Flowers offers self-guided and guided tours to explore the rainforest with the Tropical Trekkers! 

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
San Francisco
TEL - 415-831-2090

Craft Contemporary

With a focus on contemporary art made from craft media and processes, Craft Contemporary presents dynamic exhibitions by established and emerging artists and designers.

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
Los Angeles
TEL - 323-937-4230

Crocker Art Museum

The Crocker Art Museum is a fine arts museum that features the world’s foremost display of California art and is renowned for its holdings of European master drawings and international ceramics. 

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
TEL - 916-808-7000

CuriOdyssey

CuriOdyssey is a science museum and zoo for children and families where visitors see wild animals up-close and play with kid-friendly science exhibits.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
San Francisco
San Mateo
TEL - 650-342-7755

de Young Museum

The de Young Museum is an art museum that showcases the museum’s priceless collections of American art from the 17th through the 20th centuries, Textile arts, and art of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas. Part of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family CALIFORNIA
San Francisco
TEL - 415-750-3600
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