Field Trips Opportunities Perfect for Summer

Field trips allow students to explore new topics in fun and immersive settings. These three field trip ideas offer great opportunities for students to learn more about science, civics, and economics. Students can delve into new information or reinforce existing learning in an applied setting. 

 

Check out Explorable Places for more engaging, educational field trip options or contact our team at [email protected] or schedule a consultation.

mONEY MUSEUM AT THE FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF KANSAS CITY

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City calls their Money Museum a “billion-dollar experience!” Students can see how the bank processes millions of dollars each day, view the historic Truman coin collection, lift an actual gold bar, and learn about the U.S. economy in a variety of fun, interactive exhibits. 

SCIENCE CITY AT UNION STATION

Science City is a place of wonder where students of all ages can learn about science topics through the numerous fun and interactive exhibits. There are no quizzes and no right or wrong answers, only opportunities for curiosity and exploration. Science City can help foster a lifelong long for science, learning, and discovery.

Kansas city zoo

As a 200-acre nature sanctuary, the Kansas City Zoo encourages students to learn about the diverse animals, cultures, and habitats of the natural world. A visit to the zoo will spark student’s interest in science, nature, and conservation. The Kansas City Zoo provides a journey around the world through an immersive, educational experience. 

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR THE HUNT TODAY!

Come join us on Saturday, March 30 for our annual signature event – a photo scavenger hunt in downtown KC. All funds help provide grants for our experiential learning programs.

Field Trips Opportunities Perfect for Summer Consultation

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