Groups of 15 or more students from K-12 schools, preschools, daycares, head start programs, organized homeschools, and educational programs can enjoy discounted Field Trip rate pricing to the Exhibits by registering for their visit at least two weeks in advance. If your group does not fit these criteria, please visit the Group Visits page.
The Cook Museum of Natural Science offers interactive, hands-on activities about the observable natural world. Groups can enjoy a deep dive into animals of the Arctic/Desert, climb to the top of “Big Tree”, explore the life-like cave, and more! Visitors will learn about nature and animals in a way that will spark their love of learning for years to come.
To Qualify for Field Trip Rate Pricing:
- Book your Field Trip at least 2 weeks in advance. Groups wanting Education Classes must book and confirm class choice 6 weeks in advance.
- Have 15 or more students in your group.
- Group is a K-12 school, preschool, daycare, head start program, organized homeschool, or educational program.
- If applicable, provide a copy of your group’s state tax-exempt form to not be charged tax.
Field Trip Rate Pricing Per Person:
| Student Rate Exhibits Tour | $12 |
| Education Class | $14 |
| Student Exhibits Tour + Education Class | $24 |
| Mining Sluice Participant | $6 |
| Group Rate Adult Exhibits Ticket (with school group) | $17 |
| Group Rate Child Exhibits Ticket (with school group) | $13 |
| Student Box Lunch | $7 |
| Adult Box Lunch | $10.50 |
| Student Combo Ticket (Exhibits Tour + Box Lunch) | $19 |
| Student Combo Ticket (Exhibits Tour + Box Lunch + Education Class) | $31 |
Education Classes
Click here to see Class descriptions.
- Education classes are available as stand-alone options or may be purchased in combination with an Exhibits Tour. The price of a class is separate from the ticket to the Exhibits.
- Classes require a minimum of 15 students.
- Classroom maximums vary depending on the class topic and age-level, but is typically set at 25 or fewer students per classroom.
- For groups larger than 25, multiple sessions of the same class will be offered.
- Class choices must be selected and scheduled a minimum of 6 weeks in advance.
Mining Sluice:
- The Mining Sluice is an add-on option to Field Tip visits during the Exhibits Tour. Students will mine and learn about gemstones that they will get to take home!
- The add-on is outside and therefore weather dependent. In the case that the Mining Sluice is closed due to weather, you will only be charged if the students participate.
- Mining Sluice add-on must be scheduled a minimum of 2 weeks in advance.
Lunch:
Box Lunch options are available for both students and adults when ordered in advance. Bringing in sack lunches? No problem! Either way a designated area to eat lunch may be reserved when you book your group reservation.
See a Cook Museum Field Trip:
Ready to request your Field Trip?
Click here to fill out a Field Trip Inquiry form.
Please contact Group Sales at 256-898-6312 or fieldtrips@cookmuseum.org with further questions or for help booking your field trip to the Cook Museum.