DESTINATIONS

MISSOURI
Field Trips

To help plan APRIL curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips and school assembly programs, these April themed celebrations might be a helpful focus. MONTHLY: Keep America Beautiful. National Gardens. National Poetry. Jazz Appreciation. WEEKLY: April 5-11: National Wildlife Week. Apr. 6-12: National Library Week. Apr. 20-26: National Volunteer Week. DAILY: Apr. 2: International Children’s Book Day. National Walking Day. Apr. 3: National Geologists Day. Apr. 4: School Librarians’ Day. Apr. 5: Read a Road Map Day. Apr. 7: World Health Day. Apr. 8: Draw a Picture of a Bird Day. Zoo Lovers Day. Apr. 10: National Farm Animals Day. Apr. 12: International Day of Human Space Flight. April 13: International Plant Appreciation Day. Scrabble Day. Apr. 18: National Scrabble Day. Apr. 15: World Art Day. Apr. 22: Earth Day. Apr. 23: Shakespeare Day. Apr. 25: National Arbor Day. World Penguin Day. Apr. 26: Audubon Day. Tell A Story Day. Apr. 29: International Dance 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.

The National Museum of Transportation

The National Museum of Transportation collections encompass major exhibits of trains, trolleys, cars & planes is the largest in the world. Also STEAM activities in the Creation Station.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family MISSOURI
St. Louis
TEL - 314-965-6212

The State Historical Society of Missouri

The State Historical Society of Missouri offers tours and presentations on the Center for Missouri Studies building, collections and resources for research and art gallery.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool MISSOURI
Columbia
TEL - 800-747-6366

Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio State Historic Site

The Thomas Hart Benton Home and Studio preserves the house and studio of Thomas Hart Benton, the Missouri renowned painter, sculptor, lecturer and writer.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool MISSOURI
Kansas City
TEL - 816-931-5722

Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site

Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site is a 9.65-acre United States National Historic Site, also known as White Haven, commemorates the life, military career, and Presidency of Grant.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family MISSOURI
St. Louis
TEL - 314-842-1867

Vaughn Cultural Center/Urban League

Vaughn Cultural Center promotes an appreciation and awareness for the culture and history of African Americans through art exhibits, literature, music, storytelling, and programs.

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 MISSOURI
St. Louis
TEL - 314-615-3600

Wallendorf Home-Missouri Farm Bureau

The Wallendorf Home is a log home that tells the history of agriculture with artifacts, displays, and videos describing the life for inhabitants of a young Missouri.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool MISSOURI
Jefferson City
TEL - 573-893-1410

Wonders Of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

Wonders Of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium has Wildlife Galleries, Aquarium Adventures and special exhibits that focus on the conservation of our land, air, water and wildlife.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family MISSOURI
Springfield-MO
TEL - 888-222-6060

World Bird Sanctuary

World Bird Sanctuary, on a 300-acre reserve for threatened birds & other species, features environmental education that are designed with the Missouri Learning Standards. Drive thru safari available.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family MISSOURI
St. Louis
Valley Park
TEL - 636-225-4390

World Chess Hall of Fame

The World Chess Hall of Fame presents exhibitions that explore the connection of chess to art, culture, and history. Arrange for a hands-on activity that relates to exhibitions.

PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family MISSOURI
St. Louis
TEL - 314-367-9243
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