Unleash Creativity and Curiosity
Huntersville STEM Field Trips
Embark on a thrilling adventure with Discovery Place Kids field trips and classes for children from Pre-K through Grade 2. We’ve crafted our Early Childhood Classes with your little explorers in mind. Through inquiry-based learning, we spark their curiosity and build foundational STEM literacy skills. We dive into topics like the magic of sound, the wonders of weather and the forces that shape our world.
Field Trip Curriculum
Our field trip curriculum is aligned with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards. This means we’re not just providing great field trips for young kids—we’re ensuring your students are getting a top-notch education.
Active Learning
Our Huntersville Children’s Museum team believes in the power of ‘learning by doing.’ We encourage your students to explore their world, test new ideas and develop both fine and large motor skills. This hands-on approach to field trip curriculum not only deepens their understanding of the world but also boosts their self-confidence.
Field Trip Admission
Students
- Title I (All Year): $8.00
- Fall: (8/19/24-12/31/24): $9.00
- Spring: (1/1/25 – 5/31/25): $11.00
- Summer: (6/1/25 – 8/15/25): $11.00
- Classes: $7.00
Teachers/Chaperones
- Title I (All Year): FREE
- Fall: (8/19/24-12/31/24): FREE
- Spring: (1/1/25 – 5/31/25): FREE
- Summer: (6/1/25 – 8/15/25): FREE
- Classes: FREE
Extra Chaperones
- Title I (All Year): $8.00
- Fall: (8/19/24-12/31/24): $9.00
- Spring: (1/1/25 – 5/31/25): $11.00
- Summer: (6/1/25 – 8/15/25): $11.00
- Classes: FREE
State-certified schools from Pre-K through Grade 12, with a minimum of 15 students, are eligible for Field Trip discounts. Bookings should be made and paid in full two weeks before the visit to avail these discounts. The total amount may include applicable sales and use taxes. Please note, due to space constraints, extra chaperones might not be permitted to join class programs.
Every 5 students requires one adult chaperone, who gets free Museum entry. Extra chaperones incur charges as per the above chart. For student safety, chaperones must accompany their group at all times. Please note, space constraints may limit additional chaperones’ participation in class programs.
Field Trip Admission
Students
- Title I (All Year): $8.00
- Fall: (8/19/24-12/31/24): $9.00
- Spring: (1/1/25 – 5/31/25): $11.00
- Summer: (6/1/25 – 8/15/25): $11.00
- Classes: $7.00
Teachers/Chaperones
- Title I (All Year): FREE
- Fall: (8/19/24-12/31/24): FREE
- Spring: (1/1/25 – 5/31/25): FREE
- Summer: (6/1/25 – 8/15/25): FREE
- Classes: FREE
Extra Chaperones
- Title I (All Year): $8.00
- Fall: (8/19/24-12/31/24): $9.00
- Spring: (1/1/25 – 5/31/25): $11.00
- Summer: (6/1/25 – 8/15/25): $11.00
- Classes: FREE
State-certified schools from Pre-K through Grade 12, with a minimum of 15 students, are eligible for Field Trip discounts. Bookings should be made and paid in full two weeks before the visit to avail these discounts. The total amount may include applicable sales and use taxes. Please note, due to space constraints, extra chaperones might not be permitted to join class programs.
Every 10 students requires one adult chaperone, who gets free Museum entry. Extra chaperones incur charges as per the above chart. For student safety, chaperones must accompany their group at all times. Please note, space constraints may limit additional chaperones’ participation in class programs.
Add a Class to Your Field Trip
Take curiosity to a new level with field trip classes taught by experienced educators. Discover a world where learning leaps off the page and screen and into the hearts and minds of young students.
NEW: Going Green
NC: CD-15, K.G.2. 1.G.2, 2.G.2, OA.6.1, 1.L.1.1, 1.L.1.3, SC: 2-LS2-1
Investigate the 5 Rs of sustainability and learn new skills through interactive stations and stories. Students will unveil the secrets of environmental stewardship as they partake in recycling adventures, eliminate litter from a simulated “lake,” and discover the crucial role worms play in maintaining soil health.
Forecasting the Weather
NC: K.E.1, SC: K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-2 NGSS: K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-2
Watch them transform into pint-sized meteorologists as they dive into the captivating world of weather. Unleashing their inner scientists, children will use tools to examine weather patterns, scrutinize data and hone their skills to forecast upcoming weather changes.
Passport To Play
NC: K.C&G.1, K.C.1, SC: K.H.1, NGSS: K-PS2-1
How do kids around the world play? Students gain valuable insights into diverse cultures by playing and comparing games from other countries. They can discover how children everywhere have fun with just a little imagination.
The Science of Senses
NC: CD-1, SC: 2-PS1-1, . NGSS: 2-PS1-1*
Witness our budding scientists delve into the world of sensory perception. Using the scientific method, authentic instruments, and keen observations, they’ll unravel the mysteries of how our senses interconnect. Children will formulate hypotheses, put their predictions to the test and derive conclusions as the five senses lead them on a journey of scientific discovery.
*NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
NEW: Out of This World
NCES.K.P2.1;NCES1.E.2.1.;NCES 1.E.2.2.;NCES 2.E.2.2.1.; SC: 1-ESS1-1,
Blast off with us on an exhilarating lunar adventure! Our tiny astronauts will explore the Moon, delving into its mysterious phases and astounding crater formations. As they uncover the secrets of the day and night sky, students will unravel the wonders of gravity and force by propelling rockets into the cosmos and stepping into space as astronauts.
International Explorers
NES: 1.C.1, SC: 2.G.1
Climb on board to explore countries and cultures all over the world! Through the lens of traditions, cuisine, music and art, students will delve into the essence of what makes a culture unique. This eye-opening experience will reveal the striking similarities that connect us all, despite the vast distances separating our lands. Take advantage of this chance to expand their horizons and unite the world within the minds of our future leaders!
NEW: Rocks Rock
NCES1.E.1.1.;NCES2.E.1.1, SC: 2-PS1-1
Students will explore the origins and formation of rocks and minerals. They will crack geodes, seek treasures through rock panning and observe the hidden properties of newfound specimens. Strength, magnetism and buoyancy – all will be revealed in this geological discovery.
NEW: Radiant Reactions
NCES.2.P.2:NECS.K.P.2.1;NCES.K.P.2.2, SC: 2-PS1-4
Explore the states of matter and gain new science skills through interactive stations, chemical reaction experiments and stories. Watch as young minds discover the world of chemistry through sorting, ice melt experiments and observing similarities and differences among the density of solids, liquids and gases.
*NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Add a Class to Your Field Trip
Take curiosity to a new level with field trip classes taught by experienced educators. Discover a world where learning leaps off the page and screen and into the hearts and minds of young students.
NEW: Going Green
NC: CD-15, K.G.2. 1.G.2, 2.G.2, OA.6.1, 1.L.1.1, 1.L.1.3, SC: 2-LS2-1
Investigate the 5 Rs of sustainability and learn new skills through interactive stations and stories. Students will unveil the secrets of environmental stewardship as they partake in recycling adventures, eliminate litter from a simulated “lake,” and discover the crucial role worms play in maintaining soil health.
Forecasting the Weather
NC: K.E.1, SC: K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-2 NGSS: K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-2
Watch them transform into pint-sized meteorologists as they dive into the captivating world of weather. Unleashing their inner scientists, children will use tools to examine weather patterns, scrutinize data and hone their skills to forecast upcoming weather changes.
Passport To Play
NC: K.C&G.1, K.C.1, SC: K.H.1, NGSS: K-PS2-1
How do kids around the world play? Students gain valuable insights into diverse cultures by playing and comparing games from other countries. They can discover how children everywhere have fun with just a little imagination.
The Science of Senses
NC: CD-1, SC: 2-PS1-1, . NGSS: 2-PS1-1*
Witness our budding scientists delve into the world of sensory perception. Using the scientific method, authentic instruments, and keen observations, they’ll unravel the mysteries of how our senses interconnect. Children will formulate hypotheses, put their predictions to the test and derive conclusions as the five senses lead them on a journey of scientific discovery.
*NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
NEW: Out of This World
NCES.K.P2.1;NCES1.E.2.1.;NCES 1.E.2.2.;NCES 2.E.2.2.1.; SC: 1-ESS1-1,
Blast off with us on an exhilarating lunar adventure! Our tiny astronauts will explore the Moon, delving into its mysterious phases and astounding crater formations. As they uncover the secrets of the day and night sky, students will unravel the wonders of gravity and force by propelling rockets into the cosmos and stepping into space as astronauts.
International Explorers
NES: 1.C.1, SC: 2.G.1
Climb on board to explore countries and cultures all over the world! Through the lens of traditions, cuisine, music and art, students will delve into the essence of what makes a culture unique. This eye-opening experience will reveal the striking similarities that connect us all, despite the vast distances separating our lands. Take advantage of this chance to expand their horizons and unite the world within the minds of our future leaders!
NEW: Rocks Rock
NCES1.E.1.1.;NCES2.E.1.1, SC: 2-PS1-1
Students will explore the origins and formation of rocks and minerals. They will crack geodes, seek treasures through rock panning and observe the hidden properties of newfound specimens. Strength, magnetism and buoyancy – all will be revealed in this geological discovery.
NEW: Radiant Reactions
NCES.2.P.2:NECS.K.P.2.1;NCES.K.P.2.2, SC: 2-PS1-4
Explore the states of matter and gain new science skills through interactive stations, chemical reaction experiments and stories. Watch as young minds discover the world of chemistry through sorting, ice melt experiments and observing similarities and differences among the density of solids, liquids and gases.
*NC FOUNDATIONS CD-1, South Carolina: Science and Engineering Practices as they refer to obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information, analyzing and interpreting data, and engaging in argument from evidence.
Programs are designed to meet the interests and educational requirements of your group by aligning the curriculum with both North and South Carolina state standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Field Trip Lunch Options
Enjoy the Perfect Picnic
Although the Museum doesn’t have any dining options, you can enjoy a delightful picnic at the covered shelters located at the nearby North Mecklenburg Park or Huntersville Athletic Park. To ensure a spot, we recommend making a reservation.
Simply reach out to Huntersville Parks & Recreation at 704.766.2220 to check the availability or book a shelter for your field trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
To qualify for our subsidized field trip pricing, you must be in a state-certified Pre-K thru 12 school with a minimum of 15 students.
Buses should enter via Old Statesville Rd and unload students by the Learning Garden. After your field trip, buses will pick up students at the rear of the Museum and exit via Gilead Rd. Due to height restrictions, parking is unavailable on-site in our parking deck.However, buses can park for free at Veterans Park or North Mecklenburg Park.
One adult chaperone is required for every 5 students and admitted to the Museum for free. Additional chaperones will be charged the fees notated in the chart above. To ensure the safety of all students, chaperones must stay with their group at all times.
Due to space limitations, extra chaperones may be unable to attend class programs. In order to provide a safe environment, we will be forced to turn away groups who do not have the required chaperone-to-student ratio.
Buses should enter from the Old Statesville Road entrance and pull into the loading zone area adjacent to the building to unload students.
Buses can park, for free, at North Mecklenburg Park or Veterans Park (any lot, any space and only a 5-minute drive from the Museum).
Cars and other standard-size vehicles can park, for free, in the Huntersville Parking Deck (located directly behind the Museum, also accessible from either Gilead Rd. or Old Statesville Rd.)
Cancellation notice of three weeks is required for a full refund. Cancellations with less than three weeks’ notice are non-refundable but may be rescheduled for a visit within a 12-month period. There is no fee for rescheduling as long as the class or visit is rescheduled within one week of the cancellation date and the visit is completed within the 12 months of the originally scheduled date.
Changes to the number of attendees must be made three days prior to the program or visit to receive a refund.
No refunds will be issued the day of the visit, and no refunds will be issued for amounts of $10.00 or less.
Click here to fill out our Reservation Request Form and a Museum representative will contact you.
Register by phone at 704.396.4352 x300 from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Payment is required 3 weeks prior to program or visit date.
American Express, Discover, MasterCard and VISA are accepted. A check with your PO number written in the memo section is also accepted.
