Our Education Mission

For more than 55 years, the Museum of Arts and Sciences has provided a wide offering of programs for school groups, homeschoolers, college students, adults, and families. Guided school programs, family days, hands-on activities, toddler programs, classes, lectures, trips, camps, and exhibitions provide opportunities for discovery and lifelong learning. Whether as an individual or with a group, the Museum can provide an unparalleled educational experience.

Groups

A class visit to the Museum of Arts and Sciences brings a unique opportunity for a field trip. Go zooming through outer space in the Mark Smith Planetarium, discover the ecosystems that surround us, and be amazed by artistic feats all in a one-day field trip. Using the Georgia Performance Standards, the Museum provides relevant guided tours of exhibits, programs, and classrooms. The Museum can also assist college classes with organized group visits or required visits for undergraduate and graduate students. Special group pricing, unique resources including exhibitions, the planetarium, animal programs, and staff-led programs can be provided to coordinate with your class needs. Call 478.477.3232 ext. 314 for more information.

It's not just a field trip- it's a MAS field trip!

How to Book a Field Trip

• Fill out the field trip interest form and our Group Tour Coordinator will contact you about your field trip.

• Book early for March, April, and May visits as those months are our highest demand time.

• Accurate group numbers are required prior to the visit. A minimum of 10 students is required to book a field trip.

• The number of parents participating MUST be included in advance. Otherwise, we cannot guarantee parents' participation in all programming.

• If your group is unable to make the field trip, please call ahead of time to cancel. There is a $50 no-show fee for failure to show without canceling.

• Please note that there are no group rates for special events.

• Programming can be adjusted for adult-age groups. Please fill out the form and specify "adult learners" under the "grade/age" box on the form.

• To learn more about MAS field trips, view the Educator's Guide.

Group Rates

• Base Rates

• $9 per Student

• $10 per Parent/Chaperone

• Free admission for teachers, bus drivers, and designated chaperones (1 chaperone/teacher required for every 10 students).

• If your group is unable to make the field trip, please call ahead of time to cancel. There is a $50 no-show fee for failure to show without canceling.

• Homeschool groups receive one free adult per family, and run $10 per additional adult.

• For a smooth check-in, please have money collected in advance. Please note that memberships and discounts do NOT apply to group visits.

Contact Us to Find Out More About Field Trips

  • Please note that this is NOT a confirmation of your reservation. Museum staff will follow up with you to confirm available dates.

Program Choices

View programming opportunities below:

2023-2024 Educator's Guide

Each program lasts 30-40 minutes, and groups should organize groups of 25 students in advance for hands-on activities.
For more than 55 years, the Museum of Arts and Sciences has provided a wide offering of programs for school groups, homeschoolers, college students, adults, and families. The excitement, fun, and education of the Museum can come to you!

How to Book a Museum Visit to Your Location

• Contact the Museum at (478) 477-3232 or fill out the outreach interest form.

• Travel mileage fee applies for ALL programs outside of Bibb County. Other charges may apply for long distance travel.

• Book early to ensure you get your preferred reservation date.

Outreach Programs and Rates

Take a look at our Outreach Programs and see which one works best for you and your group!

Contact Us to Find Out More About Outreach Programs

  • Please note that this is NOT a confirmation of your reservation. Museum staff will follow up with you to confirm available dates.