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Field Trip Reservation Form

At this time field trip reservations are at capacity from May 1st until June 8th. Between that time we have limited availability for small to medium groups of 15-60 for afternoon visits anytime after 1pm. If your group wants to visit this summer, we do have availability starting June 11th. We appreciate your interest in visiting the museum and hope to see you this summer or next year!

About Your School
To schedule your field trip, complete this form and submit it. For destination management companies please provide the visiting school information in the fields. Add the company contact information in the comments section at the end of this form.
About Your Group
Illinois students free. Out of state students $6 each.
Student Grade Level
Select all that apply
Illinois teachers free. Out of state teachers $7 each.
We require one adult for every ten students in grade 3 and above. For groups in pre-k-2 we require one adult per five children. Each adult exceeding these ratios will be charged $7. Out of state chaperones $7 each.
Name and E-mail of other teachers coming on this field trip:
Please identify any special needs your group might have:
Will your group be using worksheets?
Please have students bring clipboards and pencils if you are using worksheets.


Date and Time of Visit
We would like to give all groups their first choice, but it is not always possible. Groups are scheduled to enter the building every 15 minutes beginning at 9:30 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 12:00 noon on Sundays. If your requested entrance time is not available, you may be booked into the next 15-minute time slot.
1st Choice Date
Year / Month / Day
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2nd Choice Date
Year / Month / Day
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3rd Choice Date
Year / Month / Day
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Additional Options
Please select the options you want included in your visit.
Lunchroom Seating
Available for up to grade 8


Crazy for Trains Discovery Bags
Recommended for pre-K groups and kindergartners.


In Our Own Words Audio Tour
Recommended for grades 6 to 12. Max number of users is 60. $2/iPod; Payment is due upon arrival.


Please provide any additional details or questions regarding your requested visit.