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NOVEMBER CELEBRATIONS 2024. November got its name from the Roman word "novem," which means nine. Originally there were only ten months in the year until the months of January and February were added in 45 B.C., making November the 11th month. To help plan November 2024 curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips & school assembly programs, these October themed celebrations might be helpful. MONTHLY: National Native American Heritage. National Novel Writing. DAILY: Nov. 8: STEM/STEAM Day. Nov. 10th: Young Readers Day. Nov. 11th: World Origami Day. Nov. 13th: World Kindness Day. Nov. 15th: America Recycles Day. National Philanthropy Day. Nov.16th: International Tolerance Day. Nov. 17th: World Peace 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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James A. Michener Art Museum

The James A Michener Art Museum’s permanent exhibits contain sculpture, murals, paintings, and other art forms. Upcoming exhibits focus on topics such as social life, history, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Self-Guided Activities. COST - Free, Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp PENNSYLVANIA
Doylestown
Philadelphia
TEL - 215-340-9800

Jennie Wade House Museum

At the Jennie Wade House Museum, visitors can learn the history of Jennie Wade and the battle from costumed guides as they tour this authentically furnished house.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Gettysburg
Gettysburg/York
TEL - 717-334-4100

Jennings Environmental Education Center

Jennings Environmental Education Center is home to a unique 20-acre prairie ecosystem where groups of all ages can learn about the area’s natural habitats and resources.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Slippery Rock
TEL - 724-794-6011

John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove

Visit the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, located at the first place Audubon lived in the United States. The center showcases many of Audubon’s works, including a double-elephant folio version of Birds of America.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Audubon
TEL - 610-666-5593

Johnson House Historic Site

Johnson House is an Underground Railroad station and a house museum where groups can deepen their understanding of the Underground Railroad.  

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Philadelphia
TEL - 215-438-1768

Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center

Groups can engage in a variety of hands-on activities at the Monroe County Conservation District’s Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center, using the Poconos as an outdoor classroom.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Free, Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Stroudsburg
The Poconos
TEL - 570-629-3061

Klingel's Farm

Klingel’s Farm is a family farm, located in northeast Pennsylvania, where visitors can pick a pumpkin, see farm animals, and explore a corn maze. Klingel’s Farm features a variety of fun farm activities for groups to enjoy.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Saylorsburg
TEL - 570-402-7378

Lake Erie Arboretum

The Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier is a tree museum where groups are welcome to take a walking tour of the grounds, enjoy a scavenger hunt, or engage in a variety of guided programs.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Erie
Lakes & Erie Regions
TEL - 814-453-5323

Lancaster Museum of Art

The Lancaster Museum of Art is small art museum showcasing regional, national and international artworks, providing a 4,000 square feet of exhibitions of artists in a variety of media

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tourism Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Lancaster
TEL - 717-394-3497

Lancaster Science Factory

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Activity Type: Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities. Self-Guided Activities. COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Lancaster
TEL - 717-509-6363

Lancaster Symphony Orchestra

Immerse your students and scouts in a world of classical music at the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra by attending free open rehearsals at the Fulton Opera House, which begins with an informal Q&A featuring a guest artist.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Lancaster
TEL - 717-291-6440 ext. 303

Land of Little Horses

Land of Little Horses was founded in 1971 by two Merchant Marines who love miniature horses. This performing animal theme park features shows, events, and a café for guests to enjoy. 

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Homeschool PENNSYLVANIA
Gettysburg
Gettysburg/York
TEL - 717-334-7259
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FieldTripDirectory.com (formerly ClassTrips.com and CampDirectorsResources.com) offers field trip ideas for class trips, scout group trips, camp group field trips, and homeschool group field trips in Pennsylvania—early childhood through college. Search for class trips in Pennsylvania by by group type, cost, activity/curriculum type, grade level, distance, and venue name or keyword.

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  • EARLY CHILDHOOD
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  • HISTORY/SOCIAL STUDIES
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  • LIFE SKILLS
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  • SCIENCE & NATURE
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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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