HOME SCHOOL

A wide variety of program choices are available to help meet your educational goals. Come as a family, or come as a group with other families. We welcome mixed-age groups and are happy to customize a program to meet your needs.

PLAN 1: On your Own
There is plenty to learn on your own. Self tour the Exhibit Hall, explore the hands-on Discovery Den, check out the Urban Wildlife Observation Center, learn about geology, and observe over 20 live animals! Ask for an alphabet scavenger hunt at the front desk to add a challenge to your visit.

Discounted group admission: $5/student (min. 15 students)

One adult per family is free; additional adults $5

PLAN 2: Guided Tour & Animal Presentation
Home school families are encouraged to plan a field trip together to take advantage of the group rate (15+ students). Your museum visit will include a guided tour of the museum's collection of 100 mounted animals with an emphasis on your chosen area of study, and a live animal presentation. Your fee covers all-day admission, so, feel free to explore on your own before or after. Program is 1 hour.

Cost: $6/student (min. 15 students)

One adult per family is free; additional adults $5

PLAN 3: Guided Tour, Animal Presentation, & Classroom
Classroom programs designed to meet State of Illinois educational goals are available to enhance your Plan 2 field trip experience. Groups can add a classroom experience to dig in deeper to their subject. Classroom typically involves hands-on projects, group activities, and group discussion. Your fee covers all-day admission, so, feel free to explore on your own before or after. Program is 2 hours.

Cost:

15-20 students: $7/student

20+ students: $6/student

One adult per family is free; additional adults $5

At MMNH learn about:
Animals of North America
Animals of Africa

Animal families
Aquatic resources of Illinois
Birds of Illinois

Bones & Anatomy

Bugs
Diversity of plant and animal life in Illinois

Endangered species

Food Chains and Webs
Fossils
Geology
Hibernation
Illinois mammals
Illinois state symbols

Live Animal Care (this program requires small groups and pricing varies)
Plants
Reptiles and amphibians
Wildlife conservation

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