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The first step in developing a sound educational curriculum for our Museum has been to identify the Missouri Learning Standards that are most relevant to the museum. Providing learning experiences based on these standards, the National Museum of Transportation takes its rightful place alongside the St. Louis Science Center, and the St. Louis Zoo, as a first-rate location for learning.


WHO DO I CALL? 

Adult Groups, Summer Camps call 314.289.3508 ext. 2

School Sanctioned Facilitated Field Trips During the School Year call 314.821.1193


 

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EDUCATIONAL GROUP OFFERINGS
Elementary Field Trips

FACILITATED FIELD TRIPS

Field trips are offered March – May and September – November.

During a facilitated field trip, your elementary class will experience a “hands-on” field trip led by a museum educator.  It’s the perfect way to kick off or culminate a themed unit in your classroom!

Field trips are approximately two, to two and a half hours long.  Each field trip offers an exclusive lesson with a hands-on activity, and a private educational tour.

  • $6.00 all attendees for pre-payment
  • We recommend one chapersone per every five students
  • K–5th grade, 15-25 students per class
  • We can host up to 4 classes per visit
  • Available Monday – Friday
  • 9:00AM is our first available field trip time
  • The Wm. F. Ross Special Miniature Train rides included during seasonal operation, weather permitting
  • Outdoor picnic tables are available for groups staying for lunch.  We do not have indoor eating facilities for school groups
  • Refunds are not given for absent students
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • No other discounts apply, including National Museum of Transportation memberships, to field trip prices.

 

Middle School Tours

Private tours are available for middle school students March – May and September – November.  The students will be guided on an hour tour through transportation history.

Tours include passenger rail cars that are not open to the general public, the automobile building, and The Wm. F. Ross Special Miniature Train ride (during seasonal operation).

  • $6.00 all attendees for pre-payment
  • Allow 90 minutes if riding the train and participating in the scavenger hunt
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Please see Making Reservations for detailed program information
  • Refunds are not given for absent students
  • No other discounts apply, including National Museum of Transportation memberships, to field trip prices.

Call 314-821-1193 to schedule your visit.

Making Reservations

MAKING RESERVATIONS FOR YOUR SCHOOL GROUP
To make a reservation for a preschool, elementary or middle school field trip, please call The National Museum of Transportation Education Department at 314-821-1193 Monday through Friday. Read below for special notes.

Please have the following information ready when you call:

  • School name, phone number and contact person and cell number
  • Visit date, arrival and departure times
  • Number of classes.
  • Number of students per class
SCOUT GROUP OFFERINGS
Boy Scouts

The National Museum of Transportation is committed to S.T.E.a.M. Learning. Plans are currently underway for new and exciting S.T.E.a.M. based Scout programs in 2024.

Eagle Scout Projects

Do you have an interest in completing an Eagle Scout Project at the National Museum of Transportation? Please email us at [email protected].

Girl Scouts

The National Museum of Transportation is committed to S.T.E.a.M. Learning. Plans are currently underway for new and exciting S.T.E.a.M. based Scout programs.

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY DOWNLOADS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Transportation Timeline
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