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Before scheduling a field trip, please read all of the following information. To make a field trip reservation, please call the Director of Informal Learning at (501)767-3461 ext. 13, or send her an email today. If you are scheduling a field trip during April or May, please be aware that this is our busy season. Mornings and Fridays fill quickly therefore it is suggested that you schedule well in advance for better selection.
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The per person rates below are available for groups of 15 or more who make a reservation at least 2 weeks in advance of their visit. You will receive a confirmation letter and pre-visit information in the mail after your reservation has been processed.
| Exhibits Only |
$6.00 + tax each |
FREE |
$6.00 + tax each |
| Exhibits & Simulator |
$9.00 + tax each |
FREE |
$9.00 + tax each |
| Exhibits & Laser Show |
$8.00 + tax each |
FREE |
$8.00 + tax each |
Combination
(Exhibits, Laser Show, & Simulator) |
$10.00 + tax each |
FREE |
$10.00 + tax each |
Chaperones are essential to a successful field trip. Mid-America Science Museum requires a ratio of at least 1 adult for every 10 students. These adults are expected to stay with and interact with the students to which they are assigned and help make their experience a fun and educational one. Chaperones are responsible for ensuring that students abide by all rules and regulations of the Mid-America Science Museum. Disruptive or unsafe behavior will not be permitted and may result in the group being asked to leave. Please select chaperones that will guide by example and have them assigned to a group of 10 students prior to your arrival. Due to the important role chaperones play during the field trip, all required chaperones are free of charge. Bus drivers are also free of charge. Prices are subject to change. Register early to guarantee prices.
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Full payment is expected upon arrival.
No refunds are given to groups, students or individuals not attending on their scheduled date unless reservations were changed or cancelled at least two weeks in advance. Due to popular demand, Laser Theater seating must be reserved well in advance. Additional tickets can be purchased upon arrival, subject to availability.
FORMS OF PAYMENT: Check or Credit Card. Purchase orders are accepted if check or credit cards are not feasible. Invoices are generated based on the reservation number listed on the purchase order. The purchase order, once submitted, cannot be changed.
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Cancellations must be made at least two weeks in advance. An invoice will be mailed to all school groups that did not cancel reservations two weeks before their reserved time. Every effort will be made to reschedule school groups, subject to availability. Telephone cancellations should be confirmed immediately in writing by mail or fax.
School groups may reschedule when school closings occur due to inclement weather—subject to availability.
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To get the most out of your time at the Mid-America Science Museum, please arrive on time for your field trip. If your group arrives late, we will do our best to accommodate you. Late entry into the Laser Theater is not permitted.
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Pre-order Value-Meal
A Value meal consisting of a hotdog, bag of chips, and a drink are available for $2.50 per meal. There is an additional charge for extra hot dogs, nachos and/or to replace your chips with cookies. There are no taxes on the value meals. Please mention that you would like to pre order value meals when making your reservation. You will also need to call with actual number of required meals at least 2 days prior to your field trip.
Brown Bag
As space and weather permits, students can enjoy their lunch “picnic style” at the Museum. Groups are welcome to dine outdoors on the deck or out front near the parking lot. Please label each child’s lunch and pack all lunches in a large box (provided by you) with the school’s name and classroom number clearly written on each box. Upon your arrival, you will receive specific storage information from a staff member. Chaperones are responsible for making sure your group leaves the eating area clean. Food, gum, drinks and/or candy are only allowed in the outside picnic areas or in the Snack Bar area. Please mention that you will be brown bagging your lunch when making your reservation.
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Be sure to plan time during your field trip to visit the Mid-America Science Museum Store. The Museum Store is full of educational toys, souvenirs and more. Grab bags filled with items from the Museum Store are available for $3 + tax per bag. Please mention that you would like grab bags when making your reservation.
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Situated on more than 21 acres of beautiful rolling woodlands, Mid-America Science Museum is approximately 6.5 miles west of historic downtown Hot Springs. The Museum is located
at 500 Mid-America Blvd., just past National Park Community
College. Map your ideal route today!
In Hot Springs, you can also ride the Intercity Transit (IT) Mid-America Line, which offers a convenient stop
at the front bridge of the Museum.
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Buses
There is ample, free bus parking in front of the museum.
Cars and Other Vehicles
All vehicles park free and should enter through one of the
first two gates. Vehicles are not permitted in the employee
driveway unless they are for physically handicapped visitors.
These individuals should be dropped off at the side entrance
and the vehicles parked in the regular parking lot. Call
501.767.3461 for more information.
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