Field Trips

Earth and Spirit Center
Located in Louisville near Bellarmine University, the Earth & Spirit Center’s 27 acres of woods, trails, wetlands, creeks and more create a rich outdoor classroom where we welcome students of all ages for half- or full-day field trips. Our Environmental Educators work with you to incorporate hands-on experiences that connect to educational standards and your curriculum.

Louisville Zoo
The Louisville Zoo serves as a living classroom, helping students of all ages develop an appreciation for and sense of responsibility toward the treasure of animal and plant life on our earth. With our new online registration, it’s easy to schedule your field trip to the Louisville Zoo.

SkyTalk
The MacAdam Student Observatory staff are pleased to welcome the public to our facility. We present a program of public outreach on the second Thursday of every month.

The Lexington Arboretum
The Arboretum is the official State Botanical Garden of Kentucky. Located in Lexington on the University of Kentucky campus, The Arboretum boasts one of the most unique plant collections in the country. Guided field trips allow students to explore the relationship between plants, animals, and their environment in a beautiful, natural setting.

Newport Aquarium
The Newport Aquarium is open 365 days a year, with extended summer and holiday hours to maximize visitor enjoyment.

Mammoth Cave National Park
This is the world's longest cave system, with more than 365 miles explored.

Land Between the Lakes
The Golden Pond Planetarium and the 1850 Homeplace at Land Between the Lakes

Kentucky Science Center
Fulfill your class’ Kentucky Academic Standards with a fun-filled day and a field trip designed to meet your educational needs.

Kentucky Down Under
Welcome to Kentucky Down Under where we specialize in Interactive and Educational Family Fun! At Kentucky Down Under, you'll discover a hands-on family adventure!

Hummel Planetarium
The Arnim D. Hummel Planetarium is an institution that provides both formal and informal science education.

Falls of the Ohio
The 386-million-year-old fossil beds are among the largest naturally exposed Devonian fossil beds in the world. The park features a spectacular interpretive center overlooking the fossil beds containing an exhibit gallery and video presentation.

Explorium of Lexington
Located in the heart of the Horse Capital of the World, Explorium of Lexington offers adventures in fun and learning. With nine discovery zones filled with interactive exhibits designed to inspire imagination and curiosity, kids of all ages have experiences that can last a lifetime.

East Kentucky Science Center
The East Kentucky Science Center is a private, non-profit education organization devoted to providing science learning opportunities to students, teachers, and the East Kentucky community.

Dinosaur World
Dinosaur World welcomes groups of all shapes and sizes, from summer camps and after school programs, to bus tours and college classes. With thousands of artifacts, specimens and unique items on display, the theme park is sure to fascinate everyone in your group!

Challenger Learning Center of Paducah
Train for your mission...then blast into space! A visit to the Challenger Learning Center is not just a field trip. Our school mission programs are based around a comprehensive curriculum, which is aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards and Kentucky Core Academic Standards. Missions and activities also include 21st century skills such as problem solving, communication, decision making and creative thinking.

Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary

The Clyde E. Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary-Trust and Audubon Center is nestled among the rolling Bluegrass Hills, approximately 60 miles east of Louisville, 20 miles west of Lexington, and 10 miles from south of Frankfort and 10 miles northwest of Versailles.

Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest
Within Bernheim's 14,000 acres you will find a nationally-recognized arboretum, beautiful gardens, tranquil lakes, a nature center, large expanses of scenic natural area, 30 miles of hiking trails and a 12,000-acre research forest.

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