All school and youth groups must make a reservation in advance. Group size limits vary. Teachers interested in planning a field trip may stop by the Connecticut Museum to preview our exhibitions free of charge with a school ID card.

To schedule a program, please email [email protected] or call (860) 236-5621 x232. Please see the check list below of information to have ready when you schedule.

Fees:

• Costs vary with the type of program and are listed with the individual program descriptions.
• Fee reductions are available for all Priority School Districts and Title I Schools. Please inquire at the time of booking.
• Please note the following special discounts:
  • Fee reductions are available for any school booking an American Revolution program.
  • Fee reductions and bus support are available for any K-5 group booking the following civics programs: What Makes a Community?, The Legend of the Charter Oak, The Three Branches of Government, and Me and My Community. Please visit the Civics Education for Connecticut Students project for more information.
  • Fee reductions are made possible by generous support from the Charles D. Fleischman Charitable Trust, the Society of the Cincinnati in the State of Connecticut, and the U.S. Department of Education.

Lunch Facilities:

• Lunch space must be reserved in advance. The Museum has an indoor lunch space and outdoor picnic tables. There is no charge for lunch facilities.

Chaperones:

• We require 1 adult chaperone for every 10 students. Due to space limitations, a maximum of 1 adult for every 5 students is permitted. Chaperones are admitted free of charge.

Museum Store Cart:

• Our museum store cart is available with prior arrangement for students to purchase souvenirs ranging from 25¢-$10. We offer a selection of kid-friendly items that make perfect souvenirs of the trip!
• We do not allow students in the regular museum store due to space and time constraints.
• Students may shop at the store cart during lunch, or add an extra 15-20 minutes at the end of your visit.

Homeschool Groups:

• Visit our Homeschool page for information on Homeschool Days at the Connecticut Museum.

Confirmation:

• A written confirmation will be sent prior to your scheduled program via email. In the event that you must cancel a tour or program, please contact us at least one week in advance.
  

When you are ready to schedule your program, please have ready:

• Choice of program(s) and add-ons
• Requested date (Please have 1-2 alternatives in mind)
• Requested start time
• Number of students
• Grade level
• Number of classes in the group
• Names and emails of teachers participating in the program
• Specific needs for students in your group
• Any specific teacher goals for program
• Lunch and/or gallery visit reservation