West Virginia Field Trips - Statewide | Field Trip Directory

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To help plan APRIL curriculum focused classroom activities, field trips and school assembly programs, these April themed celebrations might be a helpful focus. MONTHLY: Keep America Beautiful. National Gardens. National Humor. National Poetry. Stress Awareness. DAILY: Apr. 2: International Children’s Book Day. Apr. 3: National Geologists Day. Apr. 4: School Librarians’ Day. Apr. 5: Read a Road May Day. Apr. 7: World Health Day. Apr. 8: Draw a Picture of a Bird Day. Zoo Lovers Day. Apr. 10: National Farm Animals Day. Apr. 18: National Scrabble Day. Apr. 15: World Art Day. Apr. 22: Earth Day. Apr. 25: World Penguin 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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For the Kids, By George Children's Museum

The For the Kids, by George Children’s Museum is a hands-on experience designed to put children in touch with their heritage and learn more about young George Washington and the rich railroad history of the area.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
MartinsburgTEL - 304-264-9977

Fort Edwards

Fort Edwards is a historic site is surrounded by fields, forests and mountains much as it was in the 1750’s when France and England were in their final showdown for possession of the North American continent.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
Capon BridgeTEL - 304-856-2336

Gallery Eleven

Peruse a collection of fine art created by talented West Virginians at Gallery Eleven. Located in downtown Charleston, the gallery showcases paintings, ornaments, pottery, blown glass, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
CharlestonTEL - 304-342-0083

General Adam Stephen House

Built of native limestone in the late 1770s to early 1780s, the General Adam Stephen House is a fine example of colonial stone architecture. Adam Stephen, stirring speech influenced the Virginia delegates to ratify the United States Constitution.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
MartinsburgTEL - 304-267-4434

Grave Creek Mound

The Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex is the site of one of the largest Adena burial mounds in the world and includes the Delf Norona Museum. The museum portrays what is known about the cultural life of this prehistoric people.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
MoundsvilleTEL - 304-843-4128

Green Bank Observatory

The Green Bank Observatory is a place to learn about the invisible universe. Learn about the Green Bank Telescope on a guided tour.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool VIRTUAL
WEST VIRGINIA
Green BankTEL - 304-456-2150

Greenbrier Valley Theatre

The Greenbrier Valley Theatre creates live, professional quality theatre in West Virginia. Programming includes an opera series, community poetry, live music, and more.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
LewisburgTEL - 304-645-3838

Gritt's Farm

At Gritt’s Farm groups can solve corn mazes, ride down Slide Mountain, shoot apple cannons and slingshots, and race in giant hamster wheels.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
BuffaloTEL - 304-553-2951

Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory

Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory sits high atop Peters Mountain on the Eastern Continental Divide. From this vantage point, visitors have a 360 degree view of the surrounding areas and an eye-level view of migrating raptors.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
UnionTEL - 540-552-4641

Harpers Ferry

A visit to this quaint, historic community at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is like stepping into the past. Stroll the picturesque streets, visit exhibits and museums, or hike the trails and battlefields.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
Harpers FerryTEL - 304-535-6029

Heritage Farm

Heritage Farm is a 19th-Century Appalachian village and series of museums. Nuzzle up with a llama, try dove-tailing with a woodworker, and make your dream creation at the MakerSpace!

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
HuntingtonTEL - 304-522-1244

Heritage Towers Museum and Culture Center

Heritage Towers Museum and Culture Center is a vital component of the culture of West Virginia. The exhibits reveal historical perspectives of African Americans in West Virginia.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool WEST VIRGINIA
CharlestonTEL - 304-343-3250

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