DESTINATIONS

FIELD TRIPS

Opens June 2022-Take a field trip to the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, formerly the Delaware Museum of Natural History. Groups will interact with the natural world through interactive, engaging activities. Explore the museum’s new galleries, featuring a variety of ecosystems near and far, and Cretaceous creatures, including dinosaurs. Experience hands-on science, interactive exhibits, and up-close encounters with live animals. We offer a variety of Discovery Tours for students in PreK through 8th grade.

supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science

topics covered:
Animals, Animal Adaptations, Animal Behavior, Bees, Birds, Classification, Climate, Climate Change, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Ecosystems, Fossils, Geology, Habitats, Insects, Marine Life, Plants, Pollination, Weather

contact info
Name: Matt McGraw
Phone: 302-658-9111, ext. 331
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies Registration: Email Cost: Fee

VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, formerly the Delaware Museum of Natural History, virtual programs are 20-30 minutes. Perfect for a classroom, camp group, daycare, or library, these programs make virtual learning exciting and fun with games and activities (and sometimes live animals) that keep everyone moving and engaged.

supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science

topics covered:
Animals, Animal Adaptations, Animal Behavior, Bees, Birds, Classification, Climate, Climate Change, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Ecosystems, Fossils, Geology, Habitats, Insects, Marine Life, Plants, Pollination, Weather

contact info
Name: Matt McGraw
Phone: 302-658-9111, ext. 331
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies Registration: Email Cost: Fee

OUTREACH PROGRAMS

Outreach programs from the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, formerly the Delaware Museum of Natural History, bring the fun of a field trip to you with exciting, hands-on programs for schools, daycares, community organizations, libraries, and more. Through engaging discussion, live animal presentations, relevant specimens, and props, our programs complement what you are teaching in the classroom.

supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science

topics covered:
Animals, Animal Adaptations, Animal Behavior, Bees, Birds, Classification, Climate, Climate Change, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Ecosystems, Fossils, Geology, Habitats, Insects, Marine Life, Plants, Pollination, Weather

contact info
Name: Matt McGraw
Phone: 302-658-9111, ext. 331
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies Registration: Email Cost: Fee

ABOUT

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science

Nature connects us all in surprising ways. At the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, you’ll be part of the story. Travel through Delaware and around the world to discover dynamic and diverse ecosystems. Go back in time to the Cretaceous and meet dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. Explore nature and science with hands-on activities and interactive experiences. Formerly the Delaware Museum of Natural History, the museum is reopening to the public on May 23. Visit our website for opening dates, hours and admission information.

contact info

Hrs: Vary

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Science Museum Lesson Plan

There are a wide variety of science museums out there. From archaeological artifacts to galactic adventures in museum planetarium domes, there’s something for just about everyone!

Many science museums offer interactive experiences for youth groups such as labs and simulated space missions. Find a science museum with offerings that align with your curriculum goals for a field trip that’ll be worth while.

Put on those lab coats and goggles! Students step into the shoes of scientists. Gear up for an exploration of science and all it has to offer.

View Lesson Plan>>

FIELD TRIPS

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science's on-site programs for Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts return in fall 2022.

supports scout badges in:
Environmental Science, Science.

topics covered:
Animals, Animal Adaptations, Animal Behavior, Bees, Birds, Classification, Climate, Climate Change, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Ecosystems, Fossils, Geology, Habitats, Insects, Marine Life, Plants, Pollination, Weather.

contact info
Name: Matt McGraw
Phone: 302-658-9111, ext. 331
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies Registration: Email Cost: Fee

OUTREACH PROGRAMS

We can come to you with selected outreach programs. Amazing Animals: Explore the unique features of ecosystems and the amazing ways animals have adapted to live there. Wild Water: Have a wild water experience and become a water advocate through this program. This program includes a visit from one of our animal ambassadors. Trail Time: Dig into Leave No Trace Principles to become more conscientious and safer hikers.

topics covered:
Animals, Animal Adaptations, Animal Behavior, Bees, Birds, Classification, Climate, Climate Change, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Ecosystems, Fossils, Geology, Habitats, Insects, Marine Life, Plants, Pollination, Weather.

contact info
Name: Matt McGraw
Phone: 302-658-9111, ext. 331
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies Registration: Email Cost: Fee

ABOUT

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science

Nature connects us all in surprising ways. At the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, you’ll be part of the story. Travel through Delaware and around the world to discover dynamic and diverse ecosystems. Go back in time to the Cretaceous and meet dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. Explore nature and science with hands-on activities and interactive experiences. Formerly the Delaware Museum of Natural History, the museum is reopening to the public on May 23. Visit our website for opening dates, hours and admission information.

contact info

Hrs: Vary

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com

Science Museum Lesson Plan

There are a wide variety of science museums out there. From archaeological artifacts to galactic adventures in museum planetarium domes, there’s something for just about everyone!

Many science museums offer interactive experiences for youth groups such as labs and simulated space missions. Find a science museum with offerings that align with your curriculum goals for a field trip that’ll be worth while.

Put on those lab coats and goggles! Students step into the shoes of scientists. Gear up for an exploration of science and all it has to offer.

View Lesson Plan>>

FIELD TRIPS

Camp directors and group leaders: looking for a wild experience for your camps or groups this summer? The newly renovated Delaware Museum of Nature & Science has something for everyone! Tours include Delaware and Beyond, a guided tour of the museum’s new galleries, featuring a variety of ecosystems near and far, or take a self-guided tour of the new exhibits and enjoy daily pop-up programming.

topics covered:
Animals, Animal Adaptations, Animal Behavior, Bees, Birds, Classification, Climate, Climate Change, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Ecosystems, Fossils, Geology, Habitats, Insects, Marine Life, Plants, Pollination, Weather

contact info
Name: Matt McGraw
Phone: 302-658-9111, ext. 331
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Overnight Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies Registration: Email Cost: Fee

OUTREACH PROGRAMS

Outreach Programs bring the fun of a field trip to you! We offer exciting, hands-on programs for camps, schools, daycares, community organizations, libraries, and more. Through engaging discussion, live animal presentations, relevant specimens, and props, our programs complement what you are teaching in the classroom.

topics covered:
Animals, Animal Adaptations, Animal Behavior, Bees, Birds, Classification, Climate, Climate Change, Dinosaurs, Ecology, Ecosystems, Fossils, Geology, Habitats, Insects, Marine Life, Plants, Pollination, Weather

contact info
Name: Matt McGraw
Phone: 302-658-9111, ext. 331
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School Group Size: Varies Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Activities Recomm. Length of Visit: Varies Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: VariesRecommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies Registration: Email Cost: Fee

ABOUT

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science

Nature connects us all in surprising ways. At the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science, you’ll be part of the story. Travel through Delaware and around the world to discover dynamic and diverse ecosystems. Go back in time to the Cretaceous and meet dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. Explore nature and science with hands-on activities and interactive experiences. Formerly the Delaware Museum of Natural History, the museum is reopening to the public on May 23. Visit our website for opening dates, hours and admission information.

contact info

Hrs: Vary