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Book Your Field Trip Today! Visit: HeritageMuseums.org/groups

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HERITAGE MUSEUMS & GARDENS OFFERS:• Hands-on programs and interactive workshops that meet

your curriculum needs, are convenient to schedule, and your students will love!

• Pre- and post-visit materials and activities to maximize teaching opportunities both during and after your visit.

• Free bus parking.

BOOK NOW!Online: Fill out a group reservation form at: heritagemuseums.org/groups

By phone: Call Group Sales at 508-888-3300, x130

By email: Write to groupsales@heritagemuseums.org

Memorable Field Trips that Meet Your Curriculum Needs

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WHY VISIT? Heritage offers a unique educational setting with programs and exhibits that highlight American culture, outdoor discovery, and environmental education.

• Professionally trained museum educators engage students in programs that connect to Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, Common Core Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and 21st Century Skills

• Highly engaging, hands-on learning experiences with museum collections

• Outdoor programs that promote curious learning and an appreciation for nature

We look forward to seeing you soon.

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WHAT’S NEW IN 2016?The Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens (ages 7 and up) offers new outdoor education experiences.

• Combine a climb with an Adventure Workshop in Ecology, Math, or Leadership • Or combine a climb with a tour of the museums and gardens, and spend a full day

at Heritage Full details on page 14.

PICK A PROGRAMSELF-GUIDED TOURS

• Groups are welcome to visit on their own; suggested visit length is 2 hours• Reservation Requirements: Self-guided groups must schedule their field trip at least one

week in advance

HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS GUIDED TOUR• A tour of Heritage’s collections and special exhibits with an experienced guide, plus a

ride on our antique carousel• Tour length: Approximately 90 minutes • Tours are tailored to the age level of the group

DISCOVERY WORKSHOPS • Follow your tour or self-guided visit with

in-depth programs focusing on one museum collection or topic

• Project-based, including hands-on elements designed to keep all learners engaged

• Program length: Approximately 60 minutes • Each program is tailored to the age level of

your group

Grades Pre-K–5 Workshops SOIL TO SEED TO PLANTPre-K–2nd Grade: Life cycles come alive in this hands-on study of plants, focusing on the importance of soil, seeds, and how plants survive. Students explore the life cycle of a plant and learn how plants, insects, and animals are interdependent. Each student will plant their own seed to take home.

3rd–5th Grade: Botanists are born in this hands-on exploration of the interdependent relationship between producers and decomposers. Students rotate through stations to learn about the pollination process, seed dispersal, and photosynthesis. Each student will plant their own seed to take home.

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ENGINEERING AUTOSPre-K–2nd Grade: Students explore the antique auto collection, identifying similarities and differences between cars today and those on display. After an introduction to simple machines and learning about Henry Ford’s assembly line, students work together to complete a Lego™ car-building challenge.

3rd-5th Grade: Jump back in time, and take a job in Henry Ford’s company. In a group challenge, student teams problem-solve ways to optimize their efficiency as they build Lego™ cars. Students will test multiple solutions, analyze their results, and report their findings to the rest of the group. Program includes a discussion of simple machines and a history of how Henry Ford’s assembly line changed the world.

Grades 6-8 WorkshopWORKINGS OF A WOODLANDUncover the inner workings of the forest ecosystem, and discover the interdependence of the organisms that live there. Working together, students will identify the layers of the forest, discuss the life cycle of trees, and describe the interactions that occur among producers, consumers, and decomposers in a forest ecosystem during the process of energy transfer. In small groups, students will gather data to determine the current state of Heritage’s forest succession and share their observations while considering the human impact on the ecosystem.

GROUP RATES (minimum of 10 students or more):

• Self-Guided Tours - $7/Student• Heritage Highlights Tour - $10/Student• Discovery Workshop - $12/Student

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• One adult per every 10 students is admitted for free Important: One adult chaperone is required for every 10 students/youth, plus district-mandated

one-to-one aides Additional adults included in the group visit payment (adult group rate)* - $15.00 Additional adults not included in the group visit payment (general admission) - $18.00 *Individual MTA discounts and library passes are not valid for use by group visitors See reservation requirements on p. 14.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AT THE ADVENTURE PARK AT HERITAGE

The Forest Walk Interpretive Trail, a quarter-mile loop beneath the aerial trails, is available for those who opt not to climb.

ECOADVENTURE WORKSHOP – GRADES 6–8Uncover the inner workings of the forest ecosystem, and discover the interdependence of the organisms that live there. Working together, students will identify the layers of the forest, discuss the life cycle of trees, and describe the interactions that occur within the forest ecosystem. Small groups will gather data to determine the current state of Heritage’s forest succession and share their observations while considering the human impact on the ecosystem.

MATH ADVENTURE WORKSHOP – GRADES 6-9Explore techniques used by professional foresters to identify, measure, and calculate the height, circumference, diameter, age, and growth rate of trees. Working together in small groups, students will practice math skills by using various methods and tools to compare their results and evaluate the accuracy of each method. Groups will chart and share their findings.

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LEADERSHIP ADVENTURE WORKSHOP – GRADES 8–12Students will identify their primary leadership “direction.” They will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of their style, reflect on how they can improve their skills, and discuss how their methods complement other leadership styles.

HERITAGE ADVENTURE TOUR & CLIMB COMBO – GRADES 2–12 Two unique experiences. One easy ticket. Available Monday–Friday.

In the morning: • Climb through the trees while learning about forest ecosystems and physics.

After lunch: • Tour the Heritage collections and special exhibits, both indoors and out, with an

experienced guide, and ride our antique carousel.• See American and Native American art and artifacts.• View our nationally significant collection of antique American automobiles. • Learn about Cape Cod trees, plants, and shrubs.

Heritage Adventure Combo Hours:Spring and Fall Hours: Group reservations available Monday-Friday for groups of 25 or more and Saturday-Sunday for groups of 10 or more (with an advance reservation of three weeks or more). Summer Hours: Group reservations available seven days a week for groups of 10 or more (with an advance reservation of three weeks or more).

Take Your Students To New Heights!CLIMB ONLY: AGES 7 AND UPGroup Rates (minimum of 10): Weekdays: 75+ participants: $21, 50-74 participants: $23, 25-49 participants: $25, 10-24 participants: $28

COMBO PROGRAMS:Adventure Workshops & Climb Combo:75+ participants: $32, 50-74 participants: $34, 25-49 participants: $36, 10-24 participants: $39

Heritage Adventure Tour & Climb Group Rates: 75+ participants: $30; 50-74 participants: $32; 25-49 participants: $34; 10-24 participants: $37

Heritage Self-Guided Tour & Climb Combo: 75+ participants: $28; 50-74 participants: $30; 25-49 participants: $32; 10-24 participants: $35

See reservation requirements on p. 14.

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JUST FOR EDUCATORS

Field Trip Planning GuideRECOMMENDED VISIT TIMES AND LENGTHS: Suggested arrival times for school/youth programs are between 9am and 10:30am to ensure enough time for your program and exploration. Please note: if you are booking a combination program and climb, earlier arrivals are recommended.

Self-Guided Tour - Allow at least 2 hours for your visit.

Heritage Highlights - Allow 3 ½ hours for your visit.

Discovery Workshop - Allow 4 hours for your visit.

Combination Adventure - Allow 6+ hours for your visit.*

*Larger groups will require more time at The Adventure Park.

Need Help Getting Here?Heritage Museums & Gardens representatives are happy to attend Open Houses, and PTA meetings, and to speak directly with decision makers to answer any questions and provide information about the value of a Heritage Museums & Gardens experience.

Grant FundingBig Yellow School Bus Grants through the Massachusetts Cultural Council can help you get to Heritage. www.massculturalcouncil.org/programs/bigyellow Educator Event – Save the Date!Join your colleagues on April 21, 2016, 4:00pm-6:00pm to see the new exhibits and programs that support classroom curricula. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, hands-on demonstrations, and opportunities to network with colleagues and museum staff. Check heritagemuseums.org for details.

CURRICULUM FRAMEWORKS GUIDE

Heritage Highlights Guided Tour: All LevelsEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasEnglish & Language Arts: Language: Vocabulary Acquisition and UseScience: Life Science: Heredity History & Social Sciences: US History (adapted by grade)

Discovery Workshops: SOIL TO SEED TO PLANT – PRE-K–2ND GRADEScience: Life Science: Characteristics of Living Things

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Science: Life Science: Living Things and Their EnvironmentMath: Measurements and Data: Classify objects and count the number of objects in

each categoryMath: Geometry: Reason with shapes and their attributesEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and Collaboration

SOIL TO SEED TO PLANT – 3RD–5TH GRADEScience: Life Science: Structures and FunctionsScience: Life Science: Adaptations of Living ThingsScience: Life Science: Energy and Living ThingsEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

ENGINEERING AUTOS - PRE-K–2ND GRADEScience: Technology/Engineering: Engineering DesignScience: Physical Science: Position and Motion of ObjectsMath: Measurements and Data: Describe and compare measurable attributesMath: Measurements and Data: TimeEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationHistory & Social Sciences: United States History

ENGINEERING AUTOS - 3RD–5TH GRADEScience: Technology/Engineering: Engineering DesignScience: Technology/Engineering: Materials and ToolsMath: Geometry: Reason with shapes and their attributesMath: Measurements and Data: Solve problems involving measurement and estimation

of intervals: Represent and Interpret Data

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Math: Operations and Algebraic Thinking: Generate and analyze patternsEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasHistory & Social Sciences: United States History

Grades 6 - 8 Workshop

WORKINGS OF A WOODLAND – GRADES: 6–8Science: Life Science: Classification of OrganismsScience: Life Science: Living Things and Their EnvironmentScience: Life Science: Energy and Living ThingsScience: Life Science: Changes in Ecosystems Over TimeMath: Expressions and Equations: Solve real-life mathematical problems Math: Statistics and Probability: Use random sampling to draw inferences about a

population English & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasEnglish & Language Arts: Language: Vocabulary Acquisition and UseHistory & Social Sciences: United States History

ECOADVENTURE WORKSHOP – GRADES: 6–8Science: Life Science: Classification of OrganismsScience: Life Science: Living Things and Their EnvironmentScience: Life Science: Energy and Living ThingsScience: Life Science: Changes in Ecosystems over TimeMath: Expressions and Equations: Solve real-life mathematical problems Math: Statistics and Probability: Random sampling and inferences about a population English & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge English & Language Arts: Language: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

“Our guide asked good questions to promote discovery and thinking skills.”

– The Family School, 4-6 year olds

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MATH ADVENTURE WORKSHOP – GRADES 6-9

Science: Life Science: Living Things and Their Environment

Math: Ratios and Proportions: Analyze relationships and solve real-world math problems

Math: Expressions and Equations: Solving real-life, multiple-step equations with algebra

Math: Geometry: Pythagorean Theorem: Solve problems involving angles, circumference, and area

Math: Statistics and Probability: Frequency Tables

Math: Functions: Linear RelationshipsEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking

& Listening: Comprehension and Collaboration

English & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

English & Language Arts: Language: Vocabulary Acquisition and UseHistory & Social Sciences: United States History

LEADERSHIP ADVENTURE WORKSHOP – GRADES 8-12English & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas21st Century Skills: Life and Career Skills: Leadership & Responsibility21st Century Skills: Learning and Innovation: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Heritage Adventure Combo English & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Comprehension and CollaborationEnglish & Language Arts: Speaking & Listening: Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasEnglish & Language Arts: Language: Vocabulary Acquisition and UseScience: Life Science: Heredity Science: Life Science: Energy and Living ThingsScience: Life Science: Changes in Ecosystems over TimeHistory & Social Sciences: United States History (adapted by grade)21st Century Skills: Learning and Innovation: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Heritage Museums & Gardens Operating Hours 2016: Saturday, April 16-Monday, October 10. Hours: 9am –5pm

Educator Resources • The ‘Learn’ menu option at HeritageMuseums.org provides excellent resources for

educators and group leaders as well as field trip pre- and post-visit materials and program information

• For additional information about student programs, contact the Manager of Interpretive Programs at 508-888-3300, x160

Self-Guided Tour Reservations • Reserve one week in advance • Full payment is due on arrival based on your final group count • Checks, credit cards and cash are accepted

Guided Tour and Discovery Program Reservations • Reserve three weeks in advance• A 30% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking

(Purchase orders cannot be accepted as a form of deposit)• Final payment is due on arrival based on your final group count unless other

arrangements have been made in advance• Checks, credit cards and cash are accepted

Group Counts and Payment Requirements • Your expected group count, contact information for the lead teacher for the day of

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your visit, and a credit card number are required 14 days prior your visit date• To qualify your group for Direct Billing, a purchase order is required when booking

Refunds• Heritage cannot provide refunds to groups arriving with fewer visitors than provided

in the final count • Additional student/youth visitors and chaperones may be added upon arrival • All sales are final

Arrival/Check-In • Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled program start time • All programs begin as scheduled, and Heritage cannot guarantee programming for

groups arriving 30 minutes late or more • Upon arrival, a member of the Heritage staff will greet you to provide instructions

and admission materials and complete the check-in/payment procedure • Chaperones, please stay with your group at all times

Cancellations• Self-Guided Tours: To cancel or reschedule a self-guided tour, please contact us at least

one week prior to your expected arrival date. Cancellation requests received less than one week prior to the expected date of arrival are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.

• Guided Tours and Discovery Workshops: You may apply your deposit to a new visit scheduled within 30 days from your cancellation date.

• If your new visit is not scheduled within 30 days, a new deposit will be required.

WeatherHeritage Museums & Gardens programs take place rain or shine.• Student/youth group visitors should

come prepared with appropriate attire. In the rare event of severe weather, we will work with you to reschedule your visit.

LunchMain outdoor picnic facility (uncovered):Main outdoor picnic area is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No indoor facilities are available for lunches.

“ Your staff was fabulous, and our children really enjoyed the field trip immensely. I am hoping we can add this to our regular list of annual field trips.”

– West Villages Elementary School,

2nd Grade

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Lunch storage:Bins for lunch storage are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Magnolia Café:Simplify your visit. Purchase lunch à la carte or pre-order boxed lunches through The Casual Gourmet: 508-775-4946.

THE ADVENTURE PARK AT HERITAGE MUSEUMS & GARDENS

Book Now!Call 508-866-0199 to book Adventure Park Climbs, Adventure Workshops, and Heritage Tour & Climb Packages.

Operating Hours:Spring Schedule (April 16-May 30): Fridays, 2:00-7:00pm, and Saturday & Sundays, 8:00am-7:00pmSummer Schedule (May 31 - September 5): open 7 days a week, 8:00am-8:00pmFall Schedule (September 9 - November 13):

Sept. 9-25: Fridays, 2:00-6:30pm, and Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00am-6:30pm Sept. 30-Oct. 30: Fridays, 2:00-5:30pm, and Saturdays and Sundays, 8:00am-5:30pm November 4-13: Fridays, 2:00-4:30pm, and Saturdays & Sundays, 8:00am-4:30pm

Reservation Requirements• Please book a minimum of three weeks in advance to receive a group rate. All group

reservations require a $150 non-refundable deposit. • Final climber count and final payment are due three weeks before the date of the

climb or harnesses will not be guaranteed.• Same-day add-ons cannot be guaranteed and will be charged general regular

admission rates only if harnesses are available.

“It was very informative, engaging and structured. The children had a great time!”

– Freetown Elementary School,

2nd Grade

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Arrival/Check-In • Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled climb start time for check in: - For Climb/Adventure Workshop Combo, and Heritage Tour and Climb Package,

check in at the Heritage main entrance.- For The Adventure Park Climb only, check in at The Adventure Park entrance. • All climbs begin as scheduled, and The Adventure Park cannot guarantee

programming or full climbs for groups arriving 15 minutes late or more.

Weather The park is open rain or shine. If the park is unable to open or forced to close early during your visit due to severe weather, you have the option to reschedule your outing or to receive a refund (excluding the deposit) of the paid amount.

Clothing Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes that are suitable for climbing and ziplining. Always wear weather-appropriate attire.

Waiver Forms All climbers will need to fill out an electronic waiver form prior to climbing. Waivers will be emailed to group leaders upon booking. Paper forms are not available.

Adventure Park Cancellations • Cancellations made 10 or more days in advance of your reservation will be refunded

the reservation fee, excluding the $150 non-refundable deposit.• Cancellations made less than 10 days in advance of your reservation are not eligible

for a refund, but full payment can be applied to a rescheduled visit to the park.• Groups that are a “no-show” for their reservation on the reserved day/time are not

eligible to be refunded or rescheduled.

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