Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
Mailing: 310 Golden Shore, Ste. 300
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-951-1630
/ Self-led visits and educator-led programs. Standard based classes include connections to ecology, animal adaptations, habitats and ocean stewardship. Visit our website for more grade specific resources and options. / Prices start at $6.00 per student.
Grades K-12
One adult free with every 10 paid students
Credit Card or purchase order # required for reservations
AutryNationalCenter
(of the American West)
Janet Jung, School Tours
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA90027
323-667-2000
Please visit our website for online lesson plans, in-class Community Stories kit rentals, and downloads. All of our tours and programs meet state-mandated curricula standards, and for your convenience we clearly list on our website the links between state standards and Autry programs.
/ The Autry is an intercultural history center dedicated to exploring and sharing the stories, experiences, and perceptions of the diverse peoples of the American West.
The Education Dept. at the Autry provides a number of unique and engaging programs. Our tours and classes bring the stories and lessons of history to life through engagement with our talented museum education staff and docents, hands-on learning opportunities, and museum gallery tours. Topics include Native American culture, California gold rush history, and westward expansion. Students also get a broad overview of the museum and its exceptional collection of historical artifacts and Western art (from nineteenth-century landscape paintings to movie and TV Westerns). / Grades: K - 12
$2.00 per student, chaperone, and teacher for most programs.
Program Tours: Tues –Fri
at 10:00 am, 11:15 am and 1:00 pm
Nice grass area for picnic adjacent to museum.
Banning ResidenceMuseum
401 E. M Street
Wilmington, CA90744
(310) 548-7777
10:00 am to 12:15 pm
Tuesday and Thursday morning.
Make every effort to be there at the appointed hour as the program must end ad 12:15 pm, so that it doesn’t conflict with the scheduled public tours.
/ Tour of the Museum conducted by an interpreter specially trained to lead children’s tours. 1880’s school house experience in the Banning Residence Museums one-room schoolhouse. Turn of the century games. Tour of the coaching barn with its collection of horse drawn vehicles. Photo Gallery – Life in Los Angeles and California in the later half of the 19th Century. Part of Southern California’s Pioneer history. / Grades 4 & 5
One adult per 10 students.
Adults $5.00.
12 and under $1.00.
Reservations should be made on September 1st or shortly after as it fills quickly. If your plans change and you will not be able to meet tour commitment, call the Museum immediately as we have an extensive waiting list.
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
Bob Baker Marionette Theater
1345 West First Street
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 250-9995
/ Children will sit on the floor for performance. Caution them to sit quietly, not to touch puppets and strings, do not scoot forward and obstruct performance of marionette. Some marionettes are 3-4 feet tall, manipulated by puppeteers. Children are as interested in the puppeteers as the puppets. Children can see and hear puppeteers talking for the puppet as well as “work” the puppet strings. / Grades K-6
Reservations as soon as possible, at least 3-4 weeks.
Tuesday – Friday.
$10.00 per student.
Room will hold up to 180 – 200. Arrive at 10:00am for seating, PERFORMANCE 10:30 –11:30. Snack lunch in the Party Room 11:30-12:15-12:30. During lunch the puppeteers are available for questions and answers.
Bolsa Chica Wetland
Amigos de Bolsa Chica
714-840-1575
(email)
(website)
(Pacific Coast Highway between Seapoint and Warner in Huntington Beach directly across from the entrance to Bolsa Chica State Beach / See the endangered Savannah sparrow. See migrating shorebirds and waterfowl.
This beautiful area is home to an incredible variety of animal and plant life, and your students will have a unique opportunity to discover, observe and learn about its wildlife while focusing on topics such as: Birds, and their adaptations, plants of the estuary, salt marsh ecology, aquatic animals, wetlands conservation, endangered species, and history. / Grades 1 – 12
Call for reservations 1 month in advance
$1.00 per person
Deposit of $25.00
1¼ to 2 hours
1 adult per 10 students
60 people per tour
They may be able to assist with the cost of bussing.
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
3720 Stephen M. White Drive
San Pedro, CA. 90731
Tel: (310) 548-7562
Fax:(310 548-2649
TDD (310) 548-2052
Email:
/ Programs dedicated to promoting appreciation, knowledge and conservation of the rich marine life of Southern California; and offer students the opportunity to explore the wonders of neighboring ocean.
Educational Programs ( guided and unguided Aquarium tours):
- Aquatic Nursery – Science Hatchery
Length: 50 minutes
- Exploration Center
Length: 50 minutes
- Guided Exhibit Hall and Outdoor Tours
Public Programs And More
Call (310) 548-8396 or visit website for more information. / To Make Reservations:
- For Free Guided Exhibit Hall Tours, Spring Outdoor Program, Exploration Center or Aquatic Nursery, use the reservation form. Mail or fax the completed form.
- For all other programs, please call (310) 548-7562 between 8 am and 5pm Monday through Friday and ask forReservations.
California Science Center
Exposition Park
700 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037
323-sci-ence
Find out more about our programs, links
to standards or download a reservation form.
3 restaurants
Gift shop for souvenirs
If bringing a sack lunch, they have a place to store lunches. / Self guided Field Trip through the Science Center.
Big Lab interactive program is $8.00 per student
Theater programs $4.75 per student and adult.
Body Works Exhibit is not approved for student participation due to the sensitive nature of the exhibit. / Grades K-12
Free to Science Center
$10.00 bus parking –
cash only.
$20.00 first time handling fee. Reservations 30 days before visit.
Reservations by phone 213-744-2019 weekdays 8:00am-5:00pm. Pay fees with CC# over phone.
By Fax: 213-744-2650 Fax form and pay by CC or PO
By Mail: Mail a completed reservation form and a deposit.
Email a request for a reservation to . Include dates, times, and programs you would like to attend.
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
Centennial Farm
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-708-1618 General Information
/ On field trips, students will see farm animals, pet baby chicks, see crops of fruit and vegetables, and plant their own seeds.
Able to handle large groups.
For public hours and information visit the website. / Free
Grades: preschool – 3rd
Reservations are required and are made through the website. Book early, spaces fill quickly!
CSULB Art Museum
Length: 30 + minutes
(depends on the guide)
Grades: K – 12 / Scheduled tours are available of special exhibitions M-F 8:00-5:00 except Tues. mornings. In addition, CSULB offers…
- ART TO THE SCHOOLS for Gr. K-6. This program’s three components are a classroom preparation visit,
follow-up.
2. CLASSROOM PREPARATION FOR MUSEUM VISIT- 20 minutes, during which vocabulary, concepts, and media relevant are introduced to understand what students will see during the museum visit.
3. ART ON SITE- tour with hands on workshop. / Brian Trimbell
UAM Curator of Education
University Art Museum
1280 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90840
(562) 985-7601
email:btrimbell@csulb,edu
Fee: FREE
Descanso Gardens
Lisa Aguilar
School Program Coordinator
1418 Descanso Drive
La Canada, CA 91011
(818) 949-0120
/ Students will view the gardens which contain more than 100,000 camellias from foreign countries. The gardens also contain roses, azaleas, orchids, rhododendrons, begonias, fuchsias, and many other plants and trees in abundance. / Arrive at 9:30
90 minutes / 60 students for docent let tour.
1 adult per 8 students.
Free – Reservations as early in advance as possible.
Grades 1 thru 8
Discovery Science Center
Main Number: 714-542-CUBEFax: 714-542-2828
Address:2500 North Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92705 / Explore more than 100 hands-on exhibits,
participate in live science experiments and more!
See website:
Discoverycube.org / General Admission
Children (ages 3 - 17)$9.95
Adults $12.95
Children 2 and under Free*
Parking is $3.00.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. everyday
Discovery Science Center is open daily except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
El Dorado Park/Nature Center
Naturalist or Self Guided WalkNancy Maass
562-570-1745
7550 E. Spring St
Long Beach, CA 90815
Target: Pre-k to 5th grade / Spark a love of nature and explore the outdoors at El Dorado Nature Center. Naturalist led discovery tours are correlated to California Academic Standards per grade level. Self-guided tours help students connect with nature in our unique 100-acre habitat. / Guided Tours:
$5.00 per person
Tuesday thru Friday
Self-guided tours: Free
Reservations required,please call for information.
Griffith Observatory and Planetarium
School Show Coordinator
2800 E. Observatory Rd.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Reservation Hotline 213-473-0891
/ Students will learn about: Astronomical law and order, relationships among heavenly bodies, how the telescope operates, beauty of space, solar system and laws of the universe, phases of physics, geology, mineralogy, and astronomy. / Free.
Reservations six weeks in advance.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
10:00 am-12:00 pm
2 ½ hour presentation
Any size group, but 1 adult per 10 students
Hollywood Bowl Museum
Carol Merrill-Mirsky, Museum Director
2301 N. Highland Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90068
323-850-2058
/ Grades 3 & Up
Lesson on Latin Music and Dance plus a walking tour of Hollywood Bowl.
One adult per 10 students.
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Tuesday-Friday
Two hours is needed for this walking tour.
Picnic area / Free
Tours available:
September thru May.
70 students maximum.
The Huntington Library
Art Collection and Botanical Gardens
Education office
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
626-405-2127 / 626-405-2100
Dee Durden / There are many programs to choose from:
Please see the web site at
Click on Education, then Teachers / Docent-led tours are offered at no cost. See website for admission for self-guided tours.
Age groups vary depending on tour you select.
Library tours: 4th–12th
Garden tours: K-12th
Art tours: K-12th
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
J. Paul Getty Museum
1200 Getty Center Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 440-7158
(310) 440-7750 FAX
/ Guided Visits – Taught by professional Museum educators, lessons are available for grades
1-12.120 students or more
Self-Guided Visits – Teachers of grades K-12 can independently lead students through galleries after attending a orientation workshop.
Docent lead – Site Tours of gardens and architecture of the Getty Center for groups up to 60. / Limited number of free buses available to YR Title 1 Schools.
Visit
Japanese Gardens at CSULB
1250 Bellflower Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90840
562-985-8420
Alison / Interpretive tours of the Japanese Garden provide learning opportunities in the areas of culture, art, science, and horticulture. Docent guides introduce students to the major features of the garden including an impressive Koi pond, tea house, and Zen garden. Emphasis is placed on the principles of Asian aesthetics and philosophy. / All grades, several tours available for all ages
Reservations 2 weeks in advance.
Free
Tuesday thru Friday mornings from 8:00-3:30
Limited to 30 people
Approx. 1 hour
Knotts Berry Farm
Independence Hall
Educational Tour
8039 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620
714-220-5244
Group Sales – School Groups – Adventures in Education / Students will learn about our independence from Great Britain, meet patriots, and relive the moment as the Declaration of Independence is signed. Sight and sound presentation of the debate over the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Early American Heritage Tour
(2 hours) / Grades 3 and up
Reservations 6 weeks in advance
Monday thru Friday
7:30 - 3:00
120 students maximum
$8.75 per student, 4 adults comp. per tour group.
Parking $8.00 per bus, $6.00 per car
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
L.A. County Dept. of Arboreta & Botanic Gardens
301 N. Baldwin Avenue
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 821-3222
/ Please read the General Guidelines on the website prior to scheduling. / Self-guided tours are offered Monday-Friday for grades pre-k – 12.
No charge for school groups
Open for tours at 9:00 am
Reservations are suggested.
L.A. County Museum of Art
The Docent Council Office
323-857-6108 / Grades 1-12
Information on Website LACMA.org / Free
Download school tours application form from
LBCC Pacific Coast Campus
Aeronautics Dept.
Dan Perkins, Dept. Head
1305 E. Pacific Coast Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90806
562-938-3069 / Students will view different aspects of aircraft maintenance, and view the internal structure of jets and other types of engines. / Grades 5-12
Reservations 2 weeks in advance
Mon-Fri 9:00-2:00
60-90 minutes needed
group size 1 class, 3 adults per class
Long Beach Unified School District-Central Kitchen Food Services Branch
David Zito-Production Center Mgr.
Central Kitchen
3333 Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
562-424-6484 / Students will learn about warehousing, moving and handling large quantities of food, and the importance of food safety and preparation of food, and the use of large equipment. / Grades 2-6
Free
Reservations 2 weeks in advance
8:00-9:00 am
Approx. 40 minutes
20 students maximum
Long Beach Airport
Contact: Stephanie Montuya-Morisky
4100 Donald Douglas Dr.
Long Beach, CA 90808
562-570-2674
email:
/ The tour will include passing or walking through the following points of interest: Airport terminal, baggage claim, and general aviation. Aircraft arrival and departure and the control tower are viewed from the observation deck. If time permits, airport fire and crash equipment can be viewed.
Aviation history in Long Beach covered extensively. / Free: Grades 1-12
Must be at least 7 yrs. old.
30 people total. 1 adult for every 5 minor (under 18) students.
Reservations 30 days in advance
60-90 minutes to tour
Rain and extreme heat or cold will cancel event at 8:00 am that day
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
Long Beach Animal Shelter
P.D. Pitchford Companion Animal Village
7700 E. Spring St.
Long Beach, CA 90815
Lt. David Linn
562-570-3073 / The students will learn about the following topics:
Housing and caring of animals at the shelter. Importance of cleanliness of the shelter.
Various occupations at the shelter. Safety rules pertaining to the animals. Procedures for obtaining pets from the shelter. Care of pets, and the importance of kindness. / Free: Grades K-6
Reservations 2 weeks in advance.
Wednesday-Friday
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
45 minutes needed for tour.
35 students maximum
Long Beach City Civic Center/City Hall Tour
Katrina Reynolds
Mayor’s office
333 W. Ocean Blvd, LB 90802
562-570-6801
or contact your District Councilperson / The students will learn about the functions of the city government, the size of the city government in Long Beach, and the role of individual citizens in city government. They will also learn about the various departments, community development and urban affairs. / Grade 3 and up
Student Councils
M-F
45-60 minute guided tour
The tour includes the mayor’s office, council chambers, Legislative Departments, and 911 Emergency Center
Long Beach City Fire Department
Javier Ramirez
562-570-2519
/ Students will learn about how a fire station functions.
Alternatively, schools can request a rig or apparatus to be brought to the school for a demonstration or assembly. / 6-8 weeks advance notice
Must send written request
Attn: Javier Ramirez
Have a selection of dates ready
Grades k-12
Long Beach Police Department
2 weeks notice in advance
Contact: Lt. Liz Griffin @ the Patrol Bureau @ 562-570-5817 for all sub stations / Long Beach Police Department Visits to substations North, East, and West Ages K-12 / West 570-3410
North 570-9823
East 570-5879
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
Long Beach Public Libraries / Set up visit ahead of time with children’s librarian at each branch.
Free: 30-60 minutes
An excursion to the public library helps to develop an interest in books and reading which my carry over after pupils leave the influence of the school library. One visit per semester per class is encouraged. Children may apply for and receive library cards as part of visit. / Main Branch 570-7500
Alamitos 570-1037
Bach 570-1038
Bay Shore 570-1039
Brewitt 570-1040
Burnett 570-1041
Dana 570-1042
El Dorado 570-3136
Harte 570-1044
Los Altos 570-1045
North L.B. 570-1047
Twain 570-1046
Los Angeles Zoo
5333 Zoo Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-644-4211
/ All tours are one hour. Make reservations @ 323-644-4211 (visitors services)
Fall and Winter months are beautiful at the zoo. Please consider booking these months to avoid very crowded Spring months. / $1.00 per student
One adult ticket/10students free - $3.00 each additional adult.
Guided and Unguided tours.
All In-Zoo tours must be booked 2 weeks in advance.
Mission San Gabriel
428 S. Mission Drive
San Gabriel, CA 91776
626-457-3048
/ Story of San Gabriel Bells, Moorish Architecture, Work and life in the mission, importance of the Missions in the settlement of California, Beauty of the Mission and early California history.
Length is 1-2 hours (guided) / Fee:
Students 6-17 $3.00
Adults $5.00
Open M-F- guided tour at 9:00, 9:30, or 10:00 am.
Reservations for your group are necessary.
Mission San Juan Capistrano
26801 Ortega Hwy
San Juan Capistrano, CA. 92675
949-234-1300
/ Mission San Juan Capistrano has been the center of the growing Orange County community since its founding by Padre Junipero Serra on November 1, 1776.
It stands as one of California’s most important historical, cultural, educational and religious centers today.
Guided tour is 1 ½ hour long. Both guided and unguided include a Mission Passport Explorer Badge. / Fee:
$7.00 per person unguided
$9.00 per person, guided
Grades: K-12
Open: 9-5 M-F
Advance reservations and deposit for unguided tour. Includes Mission Map & Guide to help the group self guide.
Field Trips
Group / Program / Cost
Museum of Latin American Art
MOLAA
628 Alamitos Avenue
Long Beach, Ca. 90802
562-437-1689
/ Self-guided tours, guided tours and hands-on art workshops. Modern and Contemporary Latin American Art, Latin American Culture.
Visit the website for tour information and reservations. / Self-guided/guided tour only: $6.00/visitor.
Tour & Workshop combination: $8.00/visitor.
Chaperones Free
Tours available Wed – Sat, 10a.m. – 5p.m.
Scholarships available
Music Center of Los Angeles County
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
135 N. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-972-7211
/ Tour of lobby areas, auditorium, if not in use, founders room.
Guide service – No fee
Tour lasts one hour 15 min. One adult to 15 students. / Grades: K – 12
Free
Schedule ahead 2 weeks to two months.
Call for times and days.
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
School Visits Office
900 Exposition Blvd.Los Angeles, CA. 90007
Tel: (213) 763-3529
Fax: (213) 763-3550 / The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is a perfect venue to support classroom lessons about nature, culture and history.
Special exhibits include:
- Docent Enhanced Visits = 30 minutes in length presentations.
- Discovery Center and Insect Zoo = 0ne (1) hour presentations
- Pavilion of Wings = 30 minutes presentations and there is a cost of this program which is $1.00 per person.
- Spider Pavilion = 30 minutes presentations and there is a cost of this program which is $1.00 per person.
Pre-K to 12th graders are welcome to visit the Museum throughout the year.
To truly appreciate and explore the Museum’s halls and special exhibits, you are encouraged to arrange your visit early in the school year (October through March) when the Museum is less crowded.
Reservations are required; book at least four (4) weeks in advance (subject to availability).
LBUSD Representative must make the reservation for you.
LBUSD representative:
Gail McCullough
Special Projects Services
Tel. (562) 997-8325
Tel. (562) 997-8322
Fax (562) 997-8302
Email:
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