Social Studies Field Trips

Maryland Science Center

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC

NAME: Maryland Science Center
STREET: 601 Light St.
CITY: Baltimore	STATE: MD	ZIP: 21230	COUNTY: Baltimore City
PHONE: 410-685-2370		FEES: Adults, $9. Children (4-17), military, seniors, $7. During January, teachers and their families admitted free. IMAX, $4.00.
HOURS AND DAYS: Sept. - Memorial Day: Monday - Friday, 10 am - 5 pm. Sat - Sun., 10 am - 6 pm.

GRADES: 4	UNITS: MD Today
CONTACT: Group Reservation Office	PHONE: 410-685-2370
TYPE: Science center	FEES: Sept - March: free for in state schools. IMAX theatre, $2, adults $4. Planetarium, $2. April - June: $3.50 per student for exhibits only. IMAX theatre, $2. Planetarium, $3. Call to confirm fees.
DAYS: M T W Th F	HOURS: 10 am - 5 pm by appointment only
LUNCH: Picnic area (Friendly's will take reservations)
GROUP SIZE: Unlimited; 2 adults per 10 children
HANDICAPPED ACCESS: Yes
LENGTH OF TOUR: Self guided.

DESCRIPTION: Class is met by volunteer who explains the rules. There is a self-guided tour. Extra programs include: Planetarium, $2.00, 45 min.; Classroom program, $2.00, 30 min.; Chesapeake Bay. Reserve well in advance; next to Harbor Place, Federal Hill, USS Constellation, and Top of the World Trade Center. Students will have the opportunity to become familiar with plants and animals of the Chesapeake Bay through hands-on activities.

RESOURCES

• Teacher programs and brochure

• Electronic School Bus Videotape for this field trip site.

  Field Trip Planning Tools

  • MCPS Field Trip Checklist
  • Items to Bring on the Trip
  • Field Trip Tips
  • Tips for Primary Grades

  Internet Sites

  • Maryland Science Center