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The Children’s Museum of Richmond’s educational programs are designed especially for students in preschool through Grade 3. All programs are hands-on, interactive and include multiple subject areas (math, science, history, social studies, English, art). Minimum of 10 children to qualify for group rate. One adult chaperone is required for every 6 children and is admitted free (there is a charge if more than the required number of adult chaperones attend). Call (804) 474 7016.
Fun and educational programs vary according to the time of the year. Call (804) 227 3601.
Fun and educational programs vary according to the time of the year. (804) 739-9056 or (804) 739-3380.
A library tour can be set up for school-aged children to learn more about the library. Call your local librarian to set this up. Henrico County Libraries have storytimes and craft times on a regular basis. Free.
Many homeschool support groups hold field trips in Richmond, including:
Hanover Homeschoolers, LAFH, REACH, Richmond Area Homeschoolers, Richmond Preschool Homeschoolers
and SHARE.
If you are looking for a field trip in the Richmond area, or a group activity for your homeschool group - take a look at the following list of possibilities. Some activities are free, while others cost money and have a minimum group size.
If you know of any other field trips or educational programs please contact Ellissa.
They have several programs geared to school children for different age groups. .Field trips can be arranged to visit a fire station where a program can be conducted. Call Joy Chapman 748-1993.
Offer presentations that include stories, beautiful slides and possibly a furry critter or two. Their educators can teach how to co-exist with the animals in your area, understand animal behavior and history and share trivia about the wildlife found in your yard. All proceeds of this program go to the medical attention and feeding of wildlife in their care. Call their Education Coordinator Colleen Harlow (804)-639-7719.
About Town Moms takes you on historical neighborhood walks, private museum tours and cultural adventures with your child. Their tours will educate you, bring variety to your week and introduce you to a great group of moms. Most tours are designed for mothers with children who still enjoy riding in a stroller.
Call (804) 218-6265 or e-mail.
Organic ranch located just outside of Richmond at 854 Dover Road, Manakin-Sabot. They can arrange field trips to see chickens, cows and goats, a wagon ride, and a tour of an old farm barn.
For more information, call (804) 784 3131.
Free tours of the airport terminal building, observation deck, pilot's lounge, flightplanning room, tarmack, (if available) MedFlight air evac helicopter and talk with pilot.
For more information, call (804) 743-0771.
They have field trips designed for all audiences and include a visit to the County Museum, 6813 Mimms Loop Rd (Chesterfield) and Magnolia Grange. The Old Jail is currently closed for renovations and expected to open in Fall of 2008. Groups can be up to 50 at one time, and the cost per student is $2.00 with children under 6 free. Parents and chaperones are free with a school visit. Hours of operation are Tuesday-Friday, 10am-4pm and Saturday, 10am-2pm. (Closed Sunday and Monday). Example of programs: "Past and Present: Settling a New Land
(Grades K-2), Explorers, Citizens & Soldiers: Life in the New World (Grades 3-4), General Museum Tour.
For more information and to schedule a tour call (804) 777-9663.
