Bring your Classroom Lessons to Life
The Science Museum of Virginia is the perfect place to do just that! From animal encounters to seeing the solar system and from super cool liquid nitrogen demos to maker activities, we’ve got your group covered.
The Science Museum offers interactive exhibits, hands-on labs, an innovative makerspace and live science programming suited for all ages. With discounted group rates, your squad has the opportunity to schedule exclusive live science demos and workshops, and view featured astronomy shows and giant screen films in The Dome.
New for 2024-2025: MathAlive! Make your field trip count September 28, 2024 – January 12, 2025, with the interactive and immersive touring exhibition that conceptualizes the age-old question, "Will I ever use all this math I'm learning." Help students discover the fascinating ways math shapes music, sports, movies, games and more!
Don't miss other Upcoming Exhibitions as you plan out the rest of the year!
Did you know homeschool groups can take advantage of group programming as well? As long as you have 10 or more guests in your group, you're in!
Group Programming Options
Participants watch and engage with a Science Museum educator who demonstrates amazing scientific experiments to the audience.
Group workshops provide students with an opportunity to investigate a scientific phenomenon facilitated by a Science Museum educator.
Students work together to investigate scientific phenomena and plan, create, test and improve on solutions to design challenges.
Visit The Dome to embark on amazing adventures from the bottom of the sea to the clouds and everything in between.
Head to The Dome to explore the Moon, stars and beyond in an astronomy show that's out of this world!
If you're looking for a digital field trip, we've got you covered. Bring the Science Museum to you with an engaging virtual experience.
Students explore the Earth, weather, our solar system, volcanoes and more as never before on this room-sized animated display.
Get the details on pricing, lunches, chaperones, bus parking and more. Details are the secret to a great field trip!
Field Trip Guide
