Reservations are required
Call 941-746-4131 ext 27 or e-mail education@southfloridamuseum.org for information and to make reservations. All programs are referenced to the Sunshine State Standards.
One teacher or chaperone is required for every ten students, and will be admitted for free.
Pre-K
– One hour manatee-themed program includes a brief introduction to the Museum, manatee story time, a visit with Snooty™ the Manatee, and a chance to explore Discovery Place.
$5 per student
10 student minimum
Grades K-12 Guided Highlight Tour
– Two hour program includes a guided tour of the Museum’s most popular exhibits, exploration time in Discovery Place, a manatee presentation, and one planetarium show of your choice.
9:45 – noon
$7 per student
15 student minimum
Grades K-12 Self-Guided Tour
– Two hour visit includes a manatee presentation and one planetarium show of your choice, plus an hour to explore the museum on your own.
9:45 – noon
$6 per student
15 student minimum
Grades 4 and up*
– Two hour program includes one planetarium show, a manatee presentation, and your choice of a highlight tour of the museum or a focused exploration of paleontology, archeology, life & environmental science or Florida history.
9:45 - noon
$7 per student
15 student minimum
*Manatee County School District 2008-2009 Fourth Grade Field Trips are FREE. Includes teacher workshop, transportation, and admission to the Museum. Funding through the Manatee Education Foundation, Bright House, and Florida Power and Light.