DESTINATIONS

Kenosha
Field Trips

Kenosha, Wisconsin today is what an early group of Native Americans originally named Kenozia. Kenosha County is located in the far southeast corner of the state and is comprised of the City of Kenosha, plus 11 villages and towns. 90 percent of our Lake Michigan shoreline is publicly accessible, with beaches, parks, biking and walking paths, a sculpture walk, lighthouses.

Civil War Museum

Civil War Museum focuses on the Civil War from the perspective of the people of the seven states of the upper middle west: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin through the use of personal stories and narratives.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
TEL - 262-653-4141

Concord Zoo

Established in 2005, the Concord Zoo has provided a sanctuary for animals from all different walks of life. Concord Zoo provides opportunities to reconnect with nature and animals. Animals include goats, sheep, miniature horses, donkeys, cows, pigs, poultry, alpacas and more.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
Oconomowoc
TEL - 262-593-5400

Dinosaur Discovery Museum

The Dinosaur Discovery Museum is dedicated to the exploration and explication of the relationship between modern birds and ancient carnivorous biped dinosaurs, the theropods, which include Carnotaurus, Tyrannosaurus rex, and Archaeopteryx.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
TEL - 262-653-4450

Frame Park Formal Garden

View the historic springs, picnic in the formal gardens or stay active at the playground. Frame Park is a Born Learning Trail that contains 10 interactive signs with activities to engage in with young children to turn an outdoor trip into a fun learning experience.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
Waukesha
TEL - 262-524-3737

Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary

Nature preserve with a 12-acre arboretum, woodlands, and historic buildings, plus trails and stargazing. Our immersive, place-based learning experiences invite students and youth groups to discover the wonders of the natural world through engaging outdoor exploration.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
TEL - 262-552-8196

Kenosha History Center

Kenosha History Center collects and preserves Kenosha County’s history from the 1850s to the late 20th century. The Southport Light Station Museum consists of the 1866 Southport lighthouse and the 1867 Lighthouse Keeper’s residence is part of the fourth gallery space of the Kenosha History

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
TEL - 262-654-5770

Kenosha Public Museum

The Kenosha Public Museum is a natural sciences and fine and decorative arts museum. Exhibitions feature mammoths, world cultures, Native Americans, zoology, geology, fossils, and fine and decorative arts. Visitors explore the fascinating intersections of art and science.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
TEL - 262-653-4140

Prizker Military Museum & Library

The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is to increase the public’s understanding of military history, military affairs, and national security thru stories of those who served, helping citizens to appreciate the relationship between the armed forces and the civilians whose freedoms they protect.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Kenosha
TEL - 262-800-7402

Rotary Botanical Gardens

Rotary Botanical Gardens is a 20-acre botanical garden. Explore the outdoors and engage in nature’s classroom at Rotary Botanical Gardens! We specialize in children’s horticulture education and can assist in planning your visit to the Gardens.

 

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family WISCONSIN
Janesville
Kenosha
TEL - 608-752-3885