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Gateway Region NJ
Field Trips

The FieldTripDirectory.com is a resource for field trips for students, camp groups, homeschool groups and scout troops for day field trips, overnight field trips and youth retreats. Learn about NJ’s museums, zoos and aquariums, botanic gardens, nature centers, historic sites, amusement parks, recreation, performing arts and more in the Gateway Region. CLICK on the ACTIVITY FILTER below to learn about these types of field trips.

GRAMMY Museum

Experience cutting-edge exhibits and interactive activities that explore a host of musical genres at the GRAMMY Museum. Check out the museum’s virtual mini masterclasses and videos

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Newark
TEL - 973-757-6300

Great Falls Historic Landmark District

The Great Falls Historic Landmark District, is a neighborhoods and parks around the Passaic River and Garret Mountain is home to Overlook Park, Lambert Castle, Garret Mountain Reservation and Great Falls.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Paterson
TEL - 973-279-9587

Liberty State Park

Liberty State Park features exhibits and programs focusing on the natural history and ecology of the Hudson River Estuary. Visit for spectacular views, interpretive programs, and miles of trails suited to recreational activities.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Outreach. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Jersey City
TEL - 201-915-3400

Long Pond Ironworks Museum

The Long Pond Ironworks Museum is a former country store in the area that were known to house 19th-century ironwork enterprises. It is part of the 175-acre historic district.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Ringwood
TEL - 973-657-1688

Montclair Art Museum (MAM)

Montclair Museum through its large collection of American and Native American art, strives to understand artistic expression in historical and regional contexts. Its programs teach critical thinking in art and history through exploration of the visual elements and evolution of American art.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Outreach COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Montclair
VIRTUAL
TEL - 973-746-5555

Museum of Russian Art

The Museum of Russian Art is a museum in Jersey City, New Jersey dedicated to exhibiting Russian art, particularly Soviet Nonconformist Art.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Jersey City
TEL - 917-921-1003

New Jersey Botanical Garden

At the New Jersey State Botanical Garden wander amid the elegance of formal gardens, or along gentle paths winding through the woods. Group tours designed especially for children ages 8-12. 

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Ringwood
TEL - 973-962-9534

New Jersey State House Tours

The Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University administers the State House Express, which can help offset transportation costs for classes visiting the New Jersey State House. Awards are up to $750, based on need.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School GROUP TYPE - School GRANTS
NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Gateway Region NJ
Greater Atlantic City
Shore Region
Skylands Region
Southern Shore Region
Trenton
TEL - 848-932-8750

New Jersey Symphony Orchestra

The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra performs at theater and performing arts centers throughout the state. Each year, the Orchestra brings musical magic to youth groups throughout the state through its regular performances, in-school ensemble programs, and outreach.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances, Outreach. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Newark
TEL - 973-624-3713.

Newark Museum

The Newark Museum is the state’s largest museum with a fine collections of American art, decorative arts, contemporary art, and arts of Asia, Africa, the Americas, and the ancient world.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Newark
TEL - 973-596-6690

Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Reeves-Reed Arboretum includes 6 acres of natural woodlands and gardens, both historic and new. View 19th- and 20th-century gardens; historic exhibits, outdoor sculpture, and educational field trips, and seasonal activities.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Summit
TEL - 908-273-8787.

Shea Center for Performing Arts

Located at William Paterson University, The Shea Center for Performing Arts offers school time performances are culturally diverse and aim to make audience think. Enjoy adaptations of popular books, musicals, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Gateway Region NJ
Wayne
TEL - 973-720-2371
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