Providence Children's Museum - Museum Adventure Reservation Information

Fees

Museum Adventure Field Trip Fees

  • $4.25 per child for regular weekday visits
  • $8.50 per child for weekends and select holidays and school vacations
  • No charge for a proportionate number of chaperones (Click here to review the chaperone policy and ratios.)
  • Minimum of 10 children (over 12 months of age) required to receive the group rate and free chaperones

Museum Adventure Class Fees

Museum Adventure field trip fee plus:

  • $35.00 for up to 30 students
  • $1.50 per additional student

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Scheduling Your Visit

Please contact ProvCM@ChildrenMuseum.org or (401) 273-5437 ext. 234. Have the following information ready:

  • A few possible dates and times for your visit
  • Number and grades of your students (10 children minimum for group rate)
  • Number of chaperones
  • Name of specific class you want to book, if applicable
  • Contact name, address and phone number
  • Whether your class plans to visit the Gift Shop or eat lunch at the Museum
  • Any other needs

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Chaperone Policy

  • To ensure an enjoyable experience for all visitors, the Museum requires adult chaperones (at least 18 years of age) for every group in addition to the teacher/group leader. The group leader should be free to circulate among students.
  • Grades K - 5 must have a group leader plus one chaperone for every 8 students.
  • Ages 3 - 5 must have a group leader plus one chaperone for every 4 students.
  • Groups who do not bring the required number of chaperones will be charged regular admission ($8.50) for each extra child.
  • Groups who bring more chaperones than children will be charged regular admission ($8.50) for each extra chaperone.

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Payment Policy

  • You must have a minimum of 10 children (over 12 months of age) to receive the group rate.
  • There is no charge for a proportionate number of chaperones or teachers. (See full chaperone policy and ratios above.)
  • A non-refundable deposit of $42.50 is due 3 weeks before your visit.
  • The balance is due on the day of your visit.
  • The Museum accepts cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and purchase orders. Passes, discount coupons and membership cards will not be accepted as payment for group visits.

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You'll Receive...

  • A confirmation letter prior to your visit, including directions to the Museum
  • A resource packet with information for chaperones, pre- and post-visit activities, and teacher resources to extend the experience into the classroom
  • On the day of your visit, students will receive free Museum passes for future visits with their families.

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We're Free For Teachers!

Take a sneak peek! We recommend that you preview the exhibits before your field trip. The Museum offers free admission to preschool and elementary educators. Just present your school ID and sign in at the Admissions Desk. Museum education staff are also happy to discuss ways to connect the Museum to your curriculum.

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Accessibility

  • The Museum is fully wheelchair accessible.
  • Signage is in both English and Spanish.
  • We will work with you to meet your group's specific needs.

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Lunch

The Museum does not have food service on site. During the school year, groups of 45 students or fewer can bring lunches or snacks to eat in one of the Museum's activity rooms at a scheduled time, if reserved in advance.

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Gift Shop

The Museum Gift Shop offers sturdy, imaginative toys and souvenirs, including many items under $1.00.