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Review traveling program pricing and policies below, then book your program online or by phone!

All programs are aligned to Academic Content Standards and most include preliminary and post-visit activities.

Submit a traveling program inquiry below or call 937.275.7431, ext. 125 to begin scheduling your visit today!
E-mail Education@BoonshoftMuseum.org or contact the Boonshoft Museum Education Department 937–275–7431, ext. 125 to speak directly to our friendly staff.

Our 2024 Booking Schedule:

Spring (January-May) – scheduling starts November 1

Summer (June-August) – scheduling starts January 1

Fall (September-December) – scheduling starts March 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Fees & Payment

How much does it cost to bring Boonshoft to my school or facility?

Our travelling programs vary depending on the format. STEM to You and Universe to You programs cost $200/session, while Museum in Motion programs start at $1,200.

A $2/mile fee is added for programs at locations located more than 25 miles from the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery.

How do we pay for the program? Can we pay in advance?

We accept checks, all major credit cards, and purchase orders (POs). Please make checks payable to the Dayton Society of Natural History. Advance payments are welcome and appreciated, but if you would prefer to receive an invoice after our visit, we can do that too!

Is there any financial assistance available?

We have scholarships available to help offset program costs for qualifying schools and organizations in Clark, Miami, Montgomery, and Greene counties! Please contact us to verify if your group will qualify to receive this assistance!

Activities

What's the difference between STEM to You and Museum in Motion?

STEM to You and Universe to You programs are designed to suit individual classes or small groups of around 25 students per session. Each session lasts about 30-45 minutes.

Museum in Motion is a school-wide event that runs for the whole day! This program starts with a 45-minute assembly followed by hands-on station activities that cover various STEM topics. Museum in Motion brings experiential learning to up to 400 students at a time!

What is Universe to You?

Universe to You brings our planetarium to your location! Students can explore Earth’s seasons, the life of stars, constellations, planets, and even black holes inside our portable, inflatable planetarium dome.

Do you bring animals to schools?

Yes! Our “Meet the Animals” STEM to You program includes 3-4 animal ambassadors from our Discovery Zoo to teach about native and non-native species, adaptations, and conservation.

The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery reserves the right to cancel or reschedule animal programs due to the inclement for the safety and wellbeing of the animals. This can include extreme temperatures and other weather conditions. 

“Meet the Animals” programs are limited to locations within 25 miles of Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, per AZA regulations, and are only available April-October. (If you would like to Meet our Animals at another time of the year, consider scheduling a field trip to our location!)

Can you bring the sloth/otters/other favorite animals?

Our animal ambassadors are specially trained to interact with large groups of people. Zoo residents like Patience the sloth or our North American river otters do not travel on programs, so you will have to come see them on your next visit to Boonshoft!

Group Accommodations

I want to bring Boonshoft to a festival/open house/conference. How can we set that up?

Our educators love to bring their favorite science activities to large events! We can operate an activity table during your event at an hourly rate of $200/hour. Stage shows for large audiences start at $250/performance.

Animal ambassadors are available for large events within 25 miles of Boonshoft Museum of Discovery! Please be advised that there is a two (2) hour maximum reservation time for the animals.

The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery reserves the right to cancel or reschedule animal programs due to the inclement for the safety and wellbeing of the animals. This can include extreme temperatures and other weather conditions. 

Do we have to provide supplies for traveling programs?

No, our educators take care of everything! We just ask that you provide a space that has at least one (1) table for the educator and easy access to cleaning supplies.

How do your programs accommodate learners with different ability levels?

Our team will work with you to accommodate the needs of your students. We cannot personalize our lessons to every student, but we will do our best to make our content accessible for everyone!

How do your programs accommodate learners of different ages?

Most of our programs can be adapted to suit varied audiences. Please contact us to learn more about our Toddler (0-3 y.o.) and Early Childhood (PreK & K) programs!

Ready to Book?

To schedule a Traveling Program, please call 937.275.7431, ext. 125 or submit an inquiry below.