Field Trips & Outreach
Embark on an educational adventure with an engaging field trip to Catawba Science Center! Bring science to life for your students with hands-on, curriculum-aligned experiences at CSC, or let us come to you!
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Catawba Science Center offers dynamic field trip programs designed to complement your classroom curriculum. Tailored to different grade levels, our hands-on experiences in natural, physical, and earth sciences align with NC Common Core and Essential Standards and Goals. Designed to strengthen students' knowledge of scientific concepts, our programs offer interactive learning opportunities and include an exploration of the entire museum! Planetarium programs focus on celestial wonders, and groups can opt to book an additional digital theater show. Enhance your curriculum with a field trip to Catawba Science Center, where learning comes alive through immersive, educational fun!
Program Highlights
- Curriculum-aligned programs for K–12
- Hands-on, inquiry-based learning
- Trained science educators
- Planetarium shows available
- Outreach programs available
- Group Summer programs available
Exhibit Guide by Grade
Print a grade-specific exhibit guide that includes suggestions/questions for your students that are aligned with the NC Common Core and Essential Standards to make the most of your time in our exhibit areas.
Outreach Programs
Can't make it to CSC? We'll bring the science to you!
Our educators travel throughout Western NC, delivering the same high-quality, hands-on science programming right in your classroom. Please note that the field trip guide’s class description states whether the program is offered as an outreach. Please reference the Field Trip Guide for more info on which programs are offered as outreach and pricing.
We come to you
Available throughout the Western NC
Flexible
Morning, afternoon, or after-school sessions
Curriculum-aligned
Aligned to NC Common Core and Essential Standards
Multiple classes
We can visit multiple classrooms in one day
Pricing
All rates are per student. Chaperones are admitted free at a 1:10 ratio. Additional chaperones pay the discounted admission.
One Program
$15 + tax per student
Hands-on classroom program at CSC/park or planetarium program + exhibit access
Two Programs
$19.50 + tax per student
Combination of classroom, planetarium, and/or park programs for same group of students + exhibit access
Three Programs
$24.50 + tax per student
Combination of classroom, planetarium, and/or park programs for the same group of students + exhibit access.
Reference the Field Trip Guide for more info on pricing. Call us to check availability and get a quote for your group.
Parking & Arrival
Once your trip has been confirmed, you will receive a contract with an itinerary, map, and other important info about your trip. Please review all the information before your visit.
Group Guidelines
- Group visits must be coordinated with CSC's office at least two weeks prior to visiting.
- Lunch Space: Limited and must be reserved in advance. A flat fee of $30 is required to reserve.
- Membership, passes, or discounts do not apply to school field trips or group visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Begin Your Adventure?
Contact us for availability, discuss program options, and get a custom Field Trip for your group!