Educational Opportunities

Tours

The Museum has hosted groups from numerous local and regional events and is a primary attraction and educational site in Historic St. Charles, Missouri. The Museum welcomes bus tours, elder hostels, and private groups. An orientation program is available for all visiting adult groups. Group rates for 15 or more participants are available. Contact 636-947-3199 or [email protected] to schedule.

Classes

Each year, over 200 classes from area school districts visit the exhibits depicting the many discoveries made during the expedition. Classes and activities are tailored to school curriculum and field trips are available for all ages.

The classroom seats approximately 50 students. Group rates are available for 15 or more students. Classes can be scheduled Monday-Friday during the school year by contacting 636-947-3199 or [email protected]. Reservations for field trips and classes are required.

Programs

We have a variety of resources available for educators and Home School programs for history education and instruction. The Museum grounds have over 30 varieties of native plants in the wetland. Our “Outdoor Classroom” features habitats, gardens and flowers indigenous to Missouri and found during the Expedition. Our Museum’s professional instructors can develop historic, nature or environmental programs based on the diverse needs and interests of our educators.