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Take a field trip to the New Jersey State Museum and explore exhibits that tell the story of New Jersey and beyond. Students can check out fossil preparation in the Paleo Lab, discover a timeline for the development of life on Earth, see works of art from the fine arts collection, explore the lives of native peoples and more. Available guided experiences include Digging Dinosaurs, Earthquakes, Lenape, and more. School groups can also see a Planetarium show.

supports classroom learning in:
Earth Sciences, Astronomy, Delaware Lenape Peoples

topics covered:
Weather, Solar System, Geology, Fossils, Lenape Artistic Traditions

contact info
Name: Garland Hearn
Phone: 609-292-1382
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Min. 15, max. 30. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Indoor & outdoor seating. Cost: Fee, Free

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New Jersey State Museum

Since 1895, the New Jersey State Museum has been a destination for field trips and families to explore exciting exhibitions that tell the story of New Jersey and beyond - archaeology, the cultural history of NJ, American art, and natural history. Travel to outer space in a Planetarium show. Guided programs, workshops, and shows are available to groups of 15 or more. Museum admission always free, small fee for Planetarium shows and workshops.

contact info

Hrs: Tues.-Sun. 9AM-4:45PM.

HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)

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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.

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FIELD TRIPS

Scout groups can work on Geology, Astronomy, Archaeology, Indian Lore, and Art badges at the New Jersey State Museum. Scouts will take on the role of a young paleontologist while reconstructing a model dinosaur, excavating fossils, and more. Art activities include making Lenape crafts, and painting a story in the Fine Art Gallery. Scout groups can also see a Planetarium show.

supports scout badges in:
Geology, Archaeology, Astronomy, Art

topics covered:
Geology, Paleontology, Archaeology, Astronomy, Art

contact info
Name: Garland Hearn
Phone: 609-292-1382
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Indoor & outdoor seating. Cost: Fee, Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

New Jersey State Museum

Since 1895, the New Jersey State Museum has been a destination for field trips and families to explore exciting exhibitions that tell the story of New Jersey and beyond - archaeology, the cultural history of NJ, American art, and natural history. Travel to outer space in a Planetarium show. Guided programs, workshops, and shows are available to groups of 15 or more. Museum admission always free, small fee for Planetarium shows and workshops.

contact info

Hrs: Tues.-Sun. 9AM-4:45PM.

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 groups can explore science, art, and history at the New Jersey State Museum. The Museum’s hands-on educational programs are a fun and engaging addition to summer camp programs. Choose programs in earth science, archaeology, NJ history, and more. Camp groups can also reserve space to see a Planetarium show.

topics covered:
Weather, Solar System, Geology, Fossils, Lenape Artistic Traditions

contact info
Name: Garland Hearn
Phone: 609-292-1382
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Min. 15, Max. 30 Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Performances, Shows Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hrs. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: 10:1 Registration: Email, Phone Food Options: Indoor and Outdoor Seating Cost: Fee, Free Accessible To: PD

ABOUT

New Jersey State Museum

Since 1895, the New Jersey State Museum has been a destination for field trips and families to explore exciting exhibitions that tell the story of New Jersey and beyond - archaeology, the cultural history of NJ, American art, and natural history. Travel to outer space in a Planetarium show. Guided programs, workshops, and shows are available to groups of 15 or more. Museum admission always free, small fee for Planetarium shows and workshops.

contact info

Hrs: Tues.-Sun. 9AM-4:45PM

FIELD TRIPS

Homeschool groups can explore science, art, and history at the New Jersey State Museum. The museum’s hands-on educational programs are a great supplement to homeschool curriculums focusing on earth science, outer space, archaeology, NJ history. Homeschool groups can also see a Planetarium show.

supports classroom learning in:
Earth Sciences, Astronomy, Delaware Lenape Peoples

topics covered:
Weather, Solar System, Geology, Fossils, Lenape Artistic Traditions

contact info
Name: Garland Hearn
Phone: 609-292-1382
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Group Size: Varies. Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Performances. Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hours. Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies.Recommended Ratio of Youth to Chaperones: Varies. Registration: Phone, Email. Food Options: Indoor & outdoor seating. Cost: Fee, Free Accessible To: PD.

ABOUT

New Jersey State Museum

Since 1895, the New Jersey State Museum has been a destination for field trips and families to explore exciting exhibitions that tell the story of New Jersey and beyond - archaeology, the cultural history of NJ, American art, and natural history. Travel to outer space in a Planetarium show. Guided programs, workshops, and shows are available to groups of 15 or more. Museum admission always free, small fee for Planetarium shows and workshops.

contact info

Hrs: Tues.-Sun. 9AM-4:45PM.

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>>

FAMILY OUTINGS

Explore science, history and art at the New Jersey State Museum. See life-size casts of dinosaurs, travel to outer space in the Planetarium, discover New Jersey’s original inhabitants, and introduce children to art. Families with small children will enjoy a stop in the Discovery Den, where pre-school visitors can play, color, read a book and more. Several of the exhibitions also have hands-on interactives for children.

topics covered:
Weather, Solar System, Geology, Fossils, Lenape Artistic Traditions

contact info
Name: Garland Hearn
Phone: 609-292-6464
Email: [email protected]

INFO

Grade Level: All Grades Program Type: Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Performances, Shows Recomm. Length of Visit: 2-4 hrs. Food Options: Inside or outside seating Cost: Fee Accessible To: PD

ABOUT

New Jersey State Museum

Since 1895, the New Jersey State Museum has been a destination for field trips and families to explore exciting exhibitions that tell the story of New Jersey and beyond - archaeology, the cultural history of NJ, American art, and natural history. Travel to outer space in a Planetarium show. Guided programs, workshops, and shows are available to groups of 15 or more. Museum admission always free, small fee for Planetarium shows and workshops.

contact info

Hrs: Tues.-Sun. 9AM-4:45PM