Missouri History Museum

All school visits must be arranged in advance, whether guided or self-guided.  Groups without advance reservations cannot be assured that their preferred galleries or times will be available.  Don't miss out--call our reservations hotline at (314) 361-9017 today!

Download the full 2010-2011 School Programs Brochure here.

At the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park, we believe that a field trip should inspire and engage students across a spectrum of abilities and interests.  That's why we create K-12 programs that draw on everything from dance to science to create educational experiences that succeed on many levels.

As one visiting teacher enthused, "The idea to combine action and knowledge is a simple and yet powerful recipe for learning, and that is what took place on our field trip."  Another teacher said, "When I taught geometry in my class all my students remembered what they learned at the History Museum!"

This winning formula can be found in all our offerings for the 2010-2011 school year:

• Numbers and Noise invites elementary school students to explore St. Louis' rhythmic roots while engaging in hands-on experiments to find musical connections to fractions, geometry, multiplication, and more.  Designed for grades K-5, with mathematics instruction differentiated according to grade level.  September 13-October 31.
• Choices at the Crossroads beats a path through the temporary exhibit Home Lands: How Women Made the West.  Discover a new way of thinking about Westward Expansion by traveling through four distinctive Western environments, from ancient pueblos to modern suburbs.  Designed for the full K-12 range with targeted approaches for each grade level.  October 17-December 17.
• Movement in Black and White pairs a civil rights gallery tour with a dramatic movement workshop. Students will learn about key moments in the history of race relations in St. Louis, embody their own understanding, and realize the power of individuals to change their communities.  Designed for grades 6-12. January 17-March 31.
• Whose New Deal is a joint field trip between the Missouri History Museum and the Saint Louis Art Museum.  Students will critically engage concepts in economics while reflecting on the power of art to portray the Great Depression.  Designed for grades 7-12. October 10-December 17
• Plus, don't miss our engaging Thematic Tours, innovative Gallery + Theatre experiences, and popular returning programs such as Celebrating Missouri and A Town of Many Tongues!  Check out the 2010-2011 School Programs Brochure for all the details.

As always, our programs are free with reservations, aligned with Missouri State Standards, and sure to book up fast!  Guarantee your students' experiences by calling (314) 361-9017 today!

Questions about our school programs?  Call Education Coordinator Lisa Gilbert at (314) 454-3116 for all the answers.

We hope to welcome you to the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park this fall!