Hudson Valley Region
Field Trips

At Stony Point Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse on the Hudson River, guests learn the historical importance of lighthouses to river commerce.

One of the world’s leading sculpture parks, the Storm King Art Center features over 100 sculptures made of various material including steel, stone, and earth.

The Taconic Outdoor Education Center supports a variety of year-round day and overnight educational, team building, and business programs for most ages–colleges, elementary to high schools, scout troops, youth groups and clubs.

The Connect-Kids-to-Parks Field Trip Grant Program (Connect Kids) is designed to connect students in New York State with nature and history. Each grant provides reimbursement of up to $40 per student (and $80 for Special Education students) for field trips to state and federal parks, forests, historic sites, fish hatcheries and outdoor recreation areas.

ELIGIBILITY: School districts, charter schools, municipalities, and select not-for-profits in New York State.

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The Trailside Nature Museum is home to a large collection of mounted animals, American Indian artifacts, educational exhibits, child-friendly interactive displays, and nature-oriented artwork.

Established in 1936 at Millbrook School, Trevor Zoo is the only zoo in this country that is located at a high school. It houses more than 180 exotic and indigenous animals.

The Ulster Performing Arts Center is a premier performing arts venue of the Hudson Valley. It presents a diverse 10-month season of productions including music, dance, theater and more.