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To help plan MAY curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips and school assembly programs, these May themed celebrations might be a helpful focus. Monthly: National Inventors Month. May 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week. May 3: World Press Freedom Day. May 5: Cinco de Mayo. Museum Lover’s Day. National Space Day. May 6: Herb Day. National Fitness Day. May 8: World Red Cross Day. May 12: National Limerick Day. May 13: International Migratory Bird Day. May 16: Love a Tree Day. Do Something Good for your Neighborhood. May 17: National Endangered Species Day. May 18: International Astronomy Day. May 22: National Maritime Day. May 28: Amnesty International Day. May 29: Learn About Composting Day. May 30: International Jazz Day. May 31: National Smile 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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Carolinas Aviation Museum

On display at the Carolinas Aviation Museum are civil and commercial aircraft, the 1903 Wright Flyer, and military aircraft dating back to World War I. The museum, located parallel to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, allows students to learn STEM concepts in relation to aviation. 

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
CharlotteTEL - 704-997-3770

Carrigan Farms

At Carrigan Farms, groups can explore the apple orchard or the pumpkin patch via hayride, visit the animals at the petting station, enjoy picking fruits or vegetables, and see thousands of bees at work.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
MooresvilleTEL - 704-664-1450

Catawba Science Center

Plan a visit to Catawba Science Center, a 35,000 sq. ft. science technology children’s museum offering hands-on exhibits, salt and freshwater aquarium galleries, and a state-of-the-art digital planetarium theater.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
HickoryTEL - 828-322-8169

Charlotte Ballet

Charlotte Ballet’s programming engages students, teachers and the community in a range of artistic activities that explore dance as an art form.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
CharlotteTEL - 704-372-0101

Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum

The Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum interprets the life and work of Dr. Charlotte Hawkins Brown who was a prominent educator, advocate for social justice, and “First Lady of Social Graces”.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
GibsonvilleTEL - 336-449-4846

Charlotte Museum of History

The Charlotte Museum of History seeks to interpret the history of the Charlotte/Mecklenburg region. Groups can learn about the historic neighborhoods, culture, artifacts, and geography of the region.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
CharlotteTEL - 704-568-1774

Children's Museum of Alamance County

The Children’s Museum of Alamance County is the perfect place for little ones to have a magical experience. Interactive exhibits support developmental needs and offer imagining, problem solving, discovery and exploration.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
GrahamTEL - 336-228-7997

Children's Museum of Wilmington

The Children’s Museum of Wilmington’s field trip programs include a brief orientation, time to explore the four floors of interactive exhibits, and an optional educational program highlighting a subject of your choice.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
WilmingtonTEL - 910-254-3534

Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock State Park offers customized programs for youth groups that include naturalist-led guided tours and activities to discover the Park’s unique history, geology, and flora and fauna.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
Chimney RockTEL - 800-277-9611

City of Raleigh Museum

The City of Raleigh Museum features exhibits on the people, history, and culture of Raleigh. The City of Raleigh Museum is an integral part of the community. As the state capital and as its own municipality, Raleigh has a unique history that is worth recognizing and sharing.  

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
RaleighTEL - 919-996-2220

Contemporary Art Museum Raleigh

Contemporary Art Museum Raleigh includes contemporary art,  architecture, installation art, and photography. Youth programs include the student docent program, and hands-on programs. 

GRADE LEVEL - Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
RaleighTEL - 919-261-5920

Cove Creek Gardens

Covering 4.75 acres, Cove Creek Gardens is a conservation and teaching garden. Learning programs focus on topics such as entomology, sustainability, water conservative gardening, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NORTH CAROLINA
GreensboroTEL - 336-621-0611
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Overnight field trips include trips to NYC, trips to Boston, trips to Philadelphia, trips to Washington, DC, trips to Chicago, trips to Atlanta, trips to Austin, and other historic cities throughout the US. Retreats are available for environmental education, team building, and recreation.

We created field trip lesson plans to help teachers, scout leaders, camp counselors, and homeschool parents provide an enriching experience for their groups. We know funds for class trips are limited, so we’ve included grants for field trips that cover admission, transportation, and more.

It’s important that students and youth explore new environments, learn about other cultures, and develop an understanding of inclusivity as part of the educational process. People learn in different ways—through hearing, seeing, touching, talking, or doing. Class trips can provide a multi-dimensional learning experience. FieldTripDirectory.com can help you find the right trip for your group. A world of experiences is just a click away at FieldTripDirectory.com.

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