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Field Trips

Bring educational fun to your students this school year and book a field trip to the Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum!

Educational Programs

All programs align with Nevada Academic Content Standards and Next Generation Science Standards.

Dinosaurs & Fossils

NGSS: K-ESS3-1, 2-LS4-1, 3-LS4-1

​Journey back in time to explore prehistoric life. Students will examine real fossils, learn about extinction, and understand how paleontologists study the past.

Activities Include: ​

• Fossil handling station

• Dinosaur detective activity

• Create fossil rubbings

Ocean Ecosystems

NGSS: 2-LS4-1, 3-LS4-3, MS-LS2-4

Dive into marine biology with our live shark tank and preserved specimens. Students explore ocean zones, food chains, and conservation.

Activities Include: ​

• Shark feeding observation

• Touch tank experience

• Marine adaptations lab

Nevada Geology

NGSS: 4-ESS1-1, MS-ESS2-2, HS-ESS2-1

Discover the geological forces that shaped Nevada. Students examine minerals, learn about plate tectonics, and explore local geological features.

Activities Include: ​

• Mineral identification

• Rock cycle demonstration

• Create sedimentary layers

Ancient Egypt

Social Studies Standards

Experience ancient Egyptian culture through our authentic artifacts and King Tut tomb replica. Students learn about mummification, hieroglyphics, and daily life.

Activities Include: ​

• Hieroglyphics workshop

• Mummy wrap activity

• Artifact investigation

African Wildlife

NGSS: K-LS1-1, 1-LS1-2, 3-LS4-3

Explore African ecosystems and wildlife conservation. Students learn about habitats, adaptations, and the importance of biodiversity.

Activities Include: ​

• Animal tracking

• Habitat mapping

• Conservation challenge

Ready to Book?

Our education team is here to help plan the perfect field trip for your students.

Or email us at education@lvnhm.org

Send Us A Field Trip Request 

Grade Level(s) Attending
Please select one if your organization is a Title I School or Homeschool.
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