Self-guided field trips have been developed to give students hands-on, authentic experiences with natural history concepts that support the Utah Science Core Curriculum including specific content standards and the Intended Learning Outcomes. NHMU's new self-guided field trips are based on national and state standards and designed for grades K-12. 

Self-guided Field Trips in our new building, the Rio Tinto Center, will run for the 2012-2013 school year from July 1, 2012 through June 28, 2013.

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School Group Pricing

With advanced reservations, Utah Public and Charter Schools can qualify for sponsored Self-guided Field Trips through generous support from the Utah State Office of Education.  This is available for 30,000 students per school year.

*Sponsored field trips for the 2012-2013 school year will fill up quickly.  Please place your requests soon.

Private and independent schools, schools from outside the state of Utah, and all Utah Public and Charter School groups after the 30,000 students are served in a school year qualify for the School Group Pricing with advanced reservations.

School Group Pricing:

• $7.00 Adults
• $5.00 Youth & Seniors
• $4.00 Child 3 – 12

School Group Frequently Asked Questions:

Is the Museum free for school groups?  Through generous support from the Utah State Office of Education, the Museum is able to offer free admission to 30,000 Utah Public and Charter School students for the 2011-2012 school year plus their required adult chaperones.  This free admission is available on a first-come first-served basis.

What if there are not any free admissions available when I make my reservation?  Your school visit will qualify for the School Group Pricing, which offers a $2.00 discount to everyone in your group.  This discount is available for K-12 school groups with advanced reservations and valid only during regular school hours.

What if my school is not a Utah Public or Charter School?  Your school will qualify for School Group Pricing, which offers a $2.00 discount to everyone in your groups. 

What if my school is younger than grades K-12? Preschools and other groups can make a group reservation with NHMU visitor services.  More About Group Reservations

How does the School Group Pricing discount work?

• The discount is available for K-12 school groups with advanced reservations and valid only during regular school hours.
• The discount cannot be combined with any other offers or coupons.
• School groups who arrive at the Museum without advanced reservations are not eligible for any discounted pricing.

How do I request a self-guided fieldtrip reservation for my school group?  Request a Self-Guided Fieldtrip Reservation Online Now

Additional Questions? Email us at fieldtrips@nhmu.utah.edu