West Virginia Field Trips

TO HELP PLAN FEBRUARY & MARCH curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips & school assembly programs, these themed celebrations might be helpful. February 2026: MONTHLY: Black History Month, Library Lovers Month, National Bird Feeding Month. Day/Week Celebrations: Feb 8: Boy Scout Day. Kite Flying Day. Feb 11: International Day of Women and Girls in Science. National Inventors Day. Feb 15: Susan B Anthony Day. Feb. 16: Presidents Day. Feb 17: Random Acts of Kindness Day. Presidents’ Day. Feb 19: World Anthropology Day. MARCH 2026 MONTHLY: National Reading Month, Music in Our Schools, Craft Month, National Nutrition, National Women’s History, and National Ethics Month. 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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Adaland Mansion

The Adaland Mansion and grounds reflect the early history of West Virginia. Two socially prominent West Virginians owned the property. The mansion house has been restored with great attention to authenticity and features.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
PhilippiTEL - 304-457-1587

Animal Science Farm

The West Virginia University Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources & Design Animal Science Farm encompasses 408 acres including the original 1895 dairy farm including dairy animals, beef cattle, hogs, sheep, chickens and more.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
MorgantownTEL - 304-293-2381

Art Museum of West Virginia University

The Art Museum of West Virginia University allows groups to experience the ways in which art can transform and inspire through its programs and performances. View some of the museum’s collection virtually.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Performances COST - Free GROUP TYPE - Homeschool, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRTUAL
WEST VIRGINIA
MorgantownTEL - 304-293-2141

Avampato Discovery Museum

The Clay Center’s Avampato Discovery Museum houses two floors of hands-on discovery exhibits. Splash around in WaterWorks, learn about the science of sound, and get your body in motion in Healthy Me!!

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
CharlestonTEL - 304-561-3570

Barnyard Babies Petting Zoo

Nothing charms a child like petting friendly farm animals. Fluffy bunnies, a lovable llama, and helpful farmhands at Barnyard Babies Petting Zoo will make your visit memorable for years.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
DavisTEL - 304-866-4652

Belle Boyd House

Known as Lot 50 when purchased by Benjamin Reed Boyd in 1853, the Belle Boyd House was home to Civil War spy Belle Boyd. The house is now a place where groups can discover the many Civil War items that are on display.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
MartinsburgTEL - 304-267-4713

Blennerhassett Island

Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park features a Palladian mansion and museum. This historical park is accessed by sternwheeler riverboat. Visitors may enjoy tours of the grounds and mansion and horse-drawn carriage rides.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
ParkersburgTEL - 304-420-4800

Blueberry Hill

Nestled into the rolling hills of Southern West Virginia, Blueberry Hill is the states largest u-pick blueberry farm. With 15 acres of Northern Highbush berry bushes consisting of over 100 well manicured, grass lined plant rows and picnic area.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp WEST VIRGINIA
Flat TopTEL - 304-787-3930

Camp Brookside

The Camp Brookside Environmental Education Center is a 32 acre island with a restored residential facility; complete with seven cabins, communal wash house, large mess hall and commercial kitchen.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Overnights, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
Glen JeanTEL - 304-465-2519

Charleston Ballet

For 60 years, the civic troupe of the Charleston Ballet has enriched the cultural life of West Virginia by performing hundreds of traditional and original ballets.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
CharlestonTEL - 304-342-6541

Charleston Civic Center

The Charleston Civic Center is the entertainment and convention centerpiece of Charleston, hosting the majority of the state’s premier entertainment, sporting events, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
CharlestonTEL - 304-345-1500

Children's Museum of the Ohio Valley

Children’s Museum of the Ohio Valley strives to stimulate the creativity and imaginations of young learners through interactive play. Exhibits at CMOV include a kid-friendly rock-climbing wall, a circuitry makeshop, soft play areas, woodworking makeshop and more.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
WheelingTEL - 304-214-5437

WEST VIRGINIA
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