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Did you know that Museum of the Rockies provides FREE ADMISSION and PARTIAL BUS REIMBURSEMENT to all Montana Schools?

School groups from across the state of Montana are admitted free of charge to Museum of the Rockies thanks to generous donations to the Opening Doors for Montana Schoolchildren Fund.

Museum of the Rockies is proud to host, on average, 12,000 school children each year. To be sure all students and teachers have an equal opportunity to engage with our unique exhibits, we require a minimum of three weeks advance notice to create an individualized itinerary that caters to your groups learning outcomes.

Request your field trip date today by using the VIEW FORM link at the bottom of this page.

2018/2019 GUIDED TOURS

Changing Exhibit Guided Tours:

Permanent Exhibit Guided Tours:  Offered through June 5, 2019

IMPORTANT:

Guided tours will NOT be available prior to 12:30 p.m. on the following dates:

  • May 6, 9, 13, 20, & 27

No reservations will be available on the following dates:

  • March 18 - 22
  • March 27
  • March 29
  • April 22

OTHER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

  • Taylor Planetarium: Schedule a Planetarium show that augments your curriculum! An extensive list of offerings can be found on pages 8 - 11 of the School Programs Catalog. Most shows are 25 - 30 minutes long.
  • Explore Yellowstone Children’s Discovery Center: Designed for children up to 8 years of age, this educational hands-on exhibit introduces children to the science and wonders of Yellowstone National Park. Schedule time in the Children’s Discovery Center as part of your educational adventure.
  • Self-Guided Tours: Self-guided tours give you the opportunity to lead your students through MOR’s exhibits. Allow time for your students to explore interactive exhibits independently or in small groups. Let us know which exhibits you wish to include during your visit.
  • Living History Farm: Open May 25 – September 8, 2019. Relocated to Museum of the Rockies, the Tinsley House and Living History Farm recreate the history of Montana’s homesteading era. Arrange to visit the 1890s homestead during your visit.

For more information about school visits, educator resources, and additional programs may be found in our school catalog, located HERE.
To request a field trip, please complete the VIEW FORM below.
To contact the Education office, email visitmor@montana.edu or call at 406.994.5257

View Form

School Field Trip Request

Please complete the following form to request a school field trip to Museum of the Rockies.

Please be aware that completing a request form does not confirm your reservation. Your preferred dates and times may need to be modified based on MOR availability.

Using the information provided, MOR staff will outline a detailed schedule for groups to follow based on your educational goals, and MOR capacity limits and safety procedures. Please be as detailed as possible when completing this form.

Please contact Museum of the Rockies with any questions or concerns:

visitmor@montana.edu
406-994-5257

Thank you for including MOR in your educational adventure!
CONTACT INFORMATION

 
FIELD TRIP REQUEST BASICS

Museum of the Rockies requires three weeks advanced notice for school group reservations.

STUDENT INFORMATION

*We require one adult for every eight students, and are happy to admit them free of charge. Please remember that chaperones are responsible for students at all times. Additional information can be found under the "Education" tab of our website. Click "Field Trips" to access resources.

 
FIELD TRIP ACTIVITIES

For a more detailed description of available activities, check out our School Catalog - located on our website.

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To best build a schedule that supports your educational goals, please select what exhibit(s) you would like to self tour in addition to your Guided Tour selection. Changing Exhibit information can be found at www.museumoftherockies.org

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Thank you for taking the time to complete the Field Trip Request Form.

IMPORTANT:

You will be contacted within 2 business days of your submission. It is possible however, that your request was not delivered. Please email visitMOR@montana.edu if you do not hear from us.

Montana school children are admitted free of charge with advanced reservations. 1 teacher and/or chaperone will be admitted free of charge for every 8 students. Additional adults will be admitted at a discounted rate. Please be sure to let us know if your group requires additional adults in advance.

A reservation is required to visit the Children's Discovery Center and the Planetarium.

Groups arriving late may require activities to cancelled.

A well organized trip will enhance your student's learning experience. Please be sure to carefully read the information that will be sent to you leading up to your trip and to thoughtfully inform you chaperones of their responsibilities. It is essential that groups follow the itinerary outlined for them.

Thank you! We look forward to working with you to plan an exceptional experience!

 
 
Explore Yellowstone Children's Discovery Center
Explore Yellowstone Children’s Discovery Center Educator’s Guides
Children's Discovery Center - AnimalsChildren's Discovery Center - GeologyChildren's Discovery Center - PlantsChildren's Discovery Center - Sensory AwarenessChildren's Discovery Center - Water
Changing Exhibits
Childhood Classics Exhibit Information
List of Illustrations in Childhood Classics
Mindbender Mansion Exhibit Info & Guides
Mindbender Mansion Teacher's GuideMindbender Mansion Hints & AnswersMindbender Mansion Staff Guide
Living History Farm
Living History Farm Educator’s Guides
Living History Farm Teacher's Guide
Montana History
History Hall Student Worksheets
History Hall Scavenger Hunt (Student Version)History Hall Scavenger Hunt (Teacher Version)
History Hall Educator’s Guide
Paugh Family History Hall - Teacher Talking Points
Enduring Peoples
Crow Language Consortium
Crow Language Dictionary
Office of Public Instruction Resources
Montana Tribes WebsiteIndian Education for All Website
Dinosaurs under the Big Sky
Dinosaurs under the Big Sky Exhibit Information
Self Guided Tour Guide for Dinosaurs Under the Big Sky
Dinosaurs under the Big Sky Educator’s Guide
Dinosaurs under the Big Sky Educator's Exhibit Guide (Full)Activity 1 - Making a FossilActivity 2 - Practices of PaleontologyActivity 3 - A Changing LandscapeActivity 4 - Once Upon a TimeActivity 5 - Dinosaur or Not?Activity 6 - Sort-A-SaurusActivity 7 - How Big?Activity 8 - What's for Dinner?Activity 9 - MaiasauraActivity 10 - Triceratops GrowthActivity 11 - Real vs. Absolute DatingActivity 12 - Fossils in Your BackyardActivity 13 - HistologyActivity 14 - People of Paleontology
Taylor Planetarium
Planetarium Show Trailers
Back to the Moon for Good- Full ShowBlack Holes: The Other Side of Infinity Chasing the Ghost ParticleCosmic Castaways Cosmic ColorsDynamic EarthExperience the AuroraFlight AdventuresFrom Earth to the Universe - Full ShowIBEX: Search for the Edge of the Solar SystemOne World, One Sky: Big Bird's AdventureSolar QuestSupervolcanoesThe Little Star That CouldTwo Small Pieces of GlassViolent UniverseWonders of the Universe
Planetarium Educator Guides
Cosmic Colors - Teacher's GuideDynamic Earth - Teacher's GuideExperience the Aurora - Teacher's GuideIBEX ActivitiesStar Signs - Educator GuideOne World, One Guide - Teacher's GuideOne World, One Guide - Teacher's GuideTwo Small Pieces of Glass - Teacher's GuideViolent Universe - Teacher's Guide

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