New York Field Trips

To help plan curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips and school assembly programs, these MONTHLY themed celebrations might be a helpful focus. SEPTEMBER: Classical Music. Hispanic Heritage. Library Card Sign-Up. National Courtesy. National Honey. Better Breakfast. National Square Dance. OCTOBER: National Bullying Prevention. National Book Month. National Arts & Humanities. National Fire Prevention. Global Diversity Awareness. Financial Planning. 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 and the Virtual Field Trip sections.

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Children’s Museum of the East End

The Children’s Museum of the East End teaches children about science, language, social studies, art, and the importance of community.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood PROGRAM TYPE - Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Long Island
ManhattanTEL - 631-537-8250

China Institute

The China Institute promotes a deeper understanding of China through exhibits on calligraphy, painting, ceramics, folk art, contemporary art, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Manhattan
New York CityTEL - 212-744-8181

Clark Botanic Garden

A 12-acre living museum and educational facility, the Clark Botanic Garden will teach visitors about plant life including native wildflowers, conifers, perennials, wetland plant and more.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family NEW YORK
Albertson
Long Island
Nassau CountyTEL - 516-484-2208

Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI)

The Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI) is dedicated to teaching marine mammal science, environmental science, and conservation.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Overnight Programs COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Long Island
Suffolk County
West SayvilleTEL - 631-319-6003

Cornell Botanic Gardens

Formerly Cornell Plantation, this mature botanical garden, arboretum, and network of nature preserves provide an ideal spot for enjoying nature while learning more about plants, horticulture, and the important connections between people and the natural world.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee, Free, Title I, Financial Support GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Central New York Region
IthacaTEL - 607-255-2400

Corning Community College Planetarium

The Corning Community College Planetarium provides audiences of all ages with inspiring and amazing multimedia voyages into the field of astronomy.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Shows COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Corning
Southern Tier RegionTEL - 607-962-9100

Cranberry Lake Preserve

Operated by the Westchester County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation, Cranberry Lake Preserve is a 190 – acre safe haven for animals and plants, including migratory birds, turtles, and dragonflies.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Hudson Valley Region
West HarrisonTEL - 914-428-1005

Crossroads Farm

Crossroads Farm is an eco-friendly, organic farm that features a petting zoo, hayrides, music, and many other fun activities for children to enjoy.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Long Island
Nassau CountyTEL - 516-881-7900

Crotona Park Nature Center

Crotona Park Nature Center hosts activities that helps groups of all ages foster a lifelong connection with the outdoors. Visitors can participate in nature walks, fish and bird identification, among other activities.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Bronx
New York CityTEL - 212-639-9675

Custer Observatory

The Custer Observatory is Long Island’s oldest public observatory; Open to the public every Saturday evening from dusk until midnight. Staff will give you a tour of the facilities and the night sky through our powerful telescopes.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Long Island
Suffolk CountyTEL - 631-765-2626

Cutler Botanic Garden

The Cutler Botanic Garden is a center for teaching horticulture and environmental issues. Encourages an appreciation of the environment and helps teach the value of natural resources through educational activities.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Binghamton
Southern Tier RegionTEL - 607-772-8954

DEEP Arts

DEEP Arts offers high quality, cultural experiences that entertain while fostering enrichment, communication, positive values and an awareness of literature, social and historical issues.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW YORK
Finger Lakes Region
RochesterTEL - 585-385-0510

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