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WINTER 2019 / VOL. 15 / NO. 3
DEPartments feature
6 EDITOR’S 12 game on
LETTER
Major cities score with
educational sports tours
8 News
& Notes
10 The
lounge
Danielle Savarese,
Beyond Times Square
11 Study
guide
5 tips for leading students
on the subway 16 24
GREAT LAKES NEW ENGLAND
16 5 Stops: Ottawa, Ontario 24 5 Stops: Hartford, Connecticut
18 Love to learn in Toledo, Ohio 26 Love to learn in Portsmouth,
19 The Historic Artcraft Theatre, Indiana New Hampshire
20 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Ohio 27 New England Aquarium,
22 Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Massachusetts
Center, Illinois 28 The John F. Kennedy Presidential
23 Skylight Music Theatre, Wisconsin Library and Museum, Massachusetts
29 Ballard Institute and Museum
of Puppetry, Connecticut
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worldview
62 australia
Eastern Australia guarantees
an educational adventure
30 46 56
MID-ATLANTIC SOUTHEAST WEST
30 5 Stops: The Adirondack Coast, 46 5 Stops: Gatlinburg, Tennessee 56 5 Stops: Phoenix, Arizona
New York 48 Love to learn in Louisville, Kentucky 58 Love to learn in Abilene, Texas
32 Love to learn in Wilmington, Delaware 50 Fulton, Missouri 59 Toy and Action Figure Museum,
33 Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad 52 Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage, Oklahoma
Visitor Center, Maryland Tennessee 60 Oregon Coast Aquarium, Oregon
34 Maryland Science Center, Maryland 53 Charlotte Motor Speedway, 61 Museum of Flying, California
36 International Spy Museum, North Carolina
Washington, D.C. 54 New Orleans Museum of Art, 67 Advertiser Index
37 Apollo Theater, New York Louisiana
38 The Andy Warhol Museum, 55 Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Show
Pennsylvania & Adventure Park, Tennessee
40 The Wall Street Experience, New York
42 Museum of the American Revolution,
Pennsylvania
44 Synetic Theater, Virginia
Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 5
Editor’s letter
Lasting rewards
“A trophy carries dust. Memories last forever.” — Mary Lou Retton
There’s no denying the benefits of youth sports, both for students’ mental and physical
health. And, when you add travel into the equation, that just enhances the experience.
I liked the above quote from Mary Lou Retton, a retired gymnast, because it speaks to the
true value of traveling as a group, regardless of a game’s outcome. Memories made on youth
sports trips last a lifetime.
This month’s cover story highlights major sports cities and what they offer for student
groups before or after their games. These cities feature behind-the-scenes tours at famed
baseball stadiums, sports museums that honor the greats and recreational activities that keep
students active. Page 12.
On page 62, contributor Michael McLaughlin reflects on a trip he and his students took
to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. McLaughlin is head of the middle school at
Austin Preparatory School in Reading, Massachusetts, where he oversees the student body’s
international travel opportunities.
In The Lounge (page 10), we sat down with Danielle Savarese, the director of sales for
Beyond Times Square, a destination management company that offers student programs in
New York, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and Boston. She shares her insight on tailor-made
student programs with authentic local experiences.
Beyond Times Square also provided some helpful tips for leading students on the subway
in major cities. Check out Study Guide on page 11.
As always, thank you for reading this issue of Student Group Tour magazine. I wish you all
a safe and enjoyable holiday season!
Until next time,
Courtney Birchmeier
courtney@grouptour.com
Twitter: @courtneygtm
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news & notes
Find ‘Fantastic Bug The Children’s Museum online resources, including more than
1,700-plus primary sources, historical
Encounters!’ at of Indianapolis builds front pages, lesson plans and videos. In
Field Museum new dino lab addition, NewseumED teachers are ready
On view until April 19, 2020, at the In September, The Children’s Museum to lead live, virtual classes with students
Field Museum in Chicago is “Fantastic of Indianapolis opened the new Jurassic on media literacy and First Amendment
Bug Encounters!” The exhibition gives Paleo Prep Lab within its “Dinosphere” topics. All classes are free of charge.
students a peek into the hidden world of exhibit. The museum-led Mission Jurassic newseumed.org
bugs. Through larger-than-life models and Project in Wyoming yielded more than
hands-on interactives, visitors discover 500 fossils weighing in at more than 15 Living Shores Aquarium
how bugs’ adaptations — from flight to tons in the summer of 2019. Paleontolo-
camouflage to performing “brain surgery” gists will clean and prep the fossils in the
opens in New Hampshire
Living Shores Aquarium in Glen, New
on prey — are changing the world. lab. Students are able to ask scientists
Hampshire, is New England’s newest
fieldmuseum.org/fantasticbugs questions about dinosaurs and actually
hands-on experience. Students learn about
touch the fossils.
wildlife conservation and life sciences at
317-334-4000, childrensmuseum.org
the aquarium, which features over 32,000
square feet of interactive tide pools, exhib-
Newseum Online its and activities. In the tropical rainforest
education continues aviary lorikeets soar from perch to perch,
While the Newseum is closing on Dec. while red-footed tortoises meander along
31 after 11 years on Pennsylvania Avenue the floor.
in Washington, D.C., the work of News- 603-383-4186, livingshores.com
Martin Baumgaertner eumED will continue in 2020. Educators
will still be able to access extensive
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Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 7
Lounge DANIELLE Beyond Times Square
director of sales
SAVARESE talks tours
Offering student programs in New
York, Washington D.C., Philadelphia
and Boston, Beyond Times Square is a
destination management company that
serves individual and group travelers.
Danielle Savarese, director of
sales at Beyond Times Square, has
been working in the travel industry for
more than six years and has acquired
extensive knowledge in student group
travel. She shared her insight on tailor-
made student programs with authentic
local experience.
Q. What is your favorite group
experience in a major city?
A. One of my favorite experiences for
students in New York City is a dinner
cruise with a DJ. The combination of
the backdrop of the New York City
skyline, and the music and food for
students to enjoy, can be a fantastic
Q. What is your No. 1 tip for
experience. It’s also a wonderful re- educators who plan
ward for the students after a long day student travel?
of touring.
A. Work with your destination experts
to pinpoint important details unique
Q. What should an educator look to the group’s needs. We know our
for in a tour company? destination best and can get creative
to make things happen you may not
A. Nothing helps an educator more have thought possible.
than a personable, creative and We are flexible and attuned to your
flexible team. While working with a needs, delivering fully customized
team like that, an educator can give programs or only the services you
DANIELLE SAVARESE,
students a uniquely designed, stream- need. Beyond Times Square also DIRECTOR OF SALES, BEYOND TIMES SQUARE
lined travel experience with reliable specializes in themed programs such
customer support. Having experienced as art, music, STEM and history. We
tour guides who specialize in student look forward to creating a one-of-a-
travel also is important. kind, life-enriching travel experience
I can’t stress the importance for student groups. n
of student travel enough! Students
create memories they will remember Beyond Times Square
for a lifetime and the educational 212-564-1001
possibilities are endless. btsq.com
8 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.com From top: iStock, Beyond Times Square, iStock
STUDY GUIDE
5 tips for leading L eading a student tour in a
big city can be daunting,
especially when using public
transportation. Beyond Times
students on the subway Square shared some tips to take the
stress out of subway travel.
877-433-6190, btsq.com
1 Download 2 Distinguish 3 Listen to 4 Follow safety 5 Practice
subway maps different trains announcements precautions subway etiquette
Always have a map In major cities, Train conductors Subway systems in Step aside to let other
of the subway system everyone has made will often make major cities are mostly passengers exit the
handy. If you don’t the mistake of taking announcements on safe, but it’s always train before walking
want to carry the giant the wrong train. The the train, such as the helpful to exercise in. Same goes when
map that booth agents subway system can train is going express caution, especially you’re already on the
give to visitors for be confusing, even for after a certain station at night. If students train; if you’re right
free, download a PDF locals! To avoid this, or there’s traffic have backpacks, ask in front of the doors
version to store on learn to distinguish ahead of your train. them to hold all bags when the train stops
your phone. Don’t wait different trains. If But unfortunately, in front of them or at and you do not need
until the last minute you’re in Manhattan speakers don’t their sides. All bags to exit, step aside
to download the map and want to go north, always work. If you and purses should be and let your fellow
on the train; there take the uptown train, or the chaperones zipped closed. Don’t passengers get off the
may not be cellphone and if you want to didn’t hear or forget to protect any train. People in major
reception in the go south, take the understand what the personal electronics. cities live a fast-paced
subway. downtown train. An train conductor just At night, choose the life and don’t like to
express train means announced, don’t subway car with the waste time. When
the train will skip be shy; ask a fellow train conductor. You you’re on a subway
several stations. A passenger. also should round up station escalator,
local train will stop at the students to make stand only on the right
every station on the sure they are in the side. The left side is
line. On a subway same train car. for commuters who
map, a black dot prefer walking up the
marks a local stop, escalator steps.
and a white dot
means the train will
stop there, whether it
is express or local.
Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 9
news & notes
Mount Vernon names Exploratorium opens new
history teacher of the year permanent exhibit collection
George Washington’s Mount Vernon in The Exploratorium in San Francisco, Cali-
Virginia has named Antoinette Dempsey- fornia, has opened a new permanent exhibit
Waters, a history teacher at Wakefield High collection entitled “Cells to Self: Exploring
School in Arlington, Virginia, as its 2019 His- the Life Inside You.” Through new interac-
tory Teacher of the Year. Dempsey-Waters tive exhibit experiences, demonstrations
Six Flags Great Adventure will receive a $5,000 prize and an all- and works of art, the collection invites stu-
expense paid trip to George Washington’s dents to consider the nature and function
Jersey Devil Coaster opening Mount Vernon for up to 100 students and of cells, as well as how genetics and the
at Six Flags Great Adventure 10 chaperones. Now in its 12th year, the
award celebrates educators dedicated and
environment intermingle in the formation of
a complete self. Interactive exhibit experi-
Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson,
passionate about teaching history. ences were developed especially for the
New Jersey, has announced the Jersey
703-780-2000, mountvernon.org exhibition at the Exploratorium and help
Devil Coaster will make its debut in sum-
visitors experience the wonders of biology
mer 2020. The coaster will be the world’s
tallest, fastest and longest single rail New Hayden Planetarium in the human body.
415-528-4444, exploratorium.edu
coaster. Six Flags Great Adventure’s 14th Space Show premieres
roller coaster towers 13 stories and reaches In New York City, the American Museum
speeds of up to 58 mph. Riders will soar of Natural History’s new Hayden Planetari-
single file through the woods over 3,000 um Space Show, Worlds Beyond Earth, will
Bullock Texas State History Museum
feet of track. The cutting-edge coaster open Jan. 21, 2020, as part of the museum’s
features five intense elements including 150th anniversary celebration. Worlds
two inversions. Beyond Earth takes viewers on an exhilarat-
732-928-2000, ing journey that reveals the dynamic nature
sixflags.com/greatadventure of the worlds that orbit the sun and the
unique conditions that make life on earth
possible. The show features immersive visu-
alizations of distant worlds, groundbreaking
space missions and breathtaking scenes
depicting the evolution of the solar system.
212-769-5100, amnh.org
9/11 Memorial & Museum
‘Revealed: The Hunt for Bin Aviation engines
Laden’ on view at 9/11 displayed in Seattle
Memorial & Museum A new exhibit at The Museum of Flight
Bullock Museum unveils
The National September 11 Memorial in Seattle, Washington, demonstrates the renovated gallery
& Museum (9/11 Memorial & Museum) in evolution and impact of aviation engine de- A newly redesigned and expanded
New York City has opened a new special sign over the past 120 years. “This Way Up: gallery highlighting the past, present and
exhibition examining the greatest man- Aircraft Engine Design” also tells a story of future of the oil and natural gas industry
hunt in American history. “Revealed: The innovation driven by individuals, companies in Texas is now open at the Bullock Texas
Hunt for Bin Laden” details the more than and historical events. On display are 10 air- State History Museum in Austin. Texas Oil
decade-long search for the terrorist and his craft engines from the museum’s collection, and Gas explores how the industry impacts
network, from the near misses by pursuers interactive displays that demonstrate how the country, the world, and students’
before the 9/11 attacks to a tip leading to a different engines operate and a timeline everyday lives. Central to the exhibition is a
fortified Pakistan compound years later. The showing the progression and innovation large working pump jack, an iconic symbol
exhibition uses the accounts of those who of aviation engine design since the Wright of Texas oil production, with an accompa-
were on the frontlines and more than 60 Flyer took flight in 1903. The exhibit is on nying animation and informational graphic
artifacts, some of which were declassified view until May 25, 2020. demonstrating the process of extracting
for the installation. 206-764-5700, museumofflight.org crude oil from a well.
212-266-5200, 512-936-8746, thestoryoftexas.com
911memorial.org/museum
10 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.comnews & notes
National Constitution Walt Disney World Resort
Center to open
19th Amendment exhibit
The National Constitution Center in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, will open a new
19th Amendment exhibit in the summer of
2020. The exhibit will celebrate the centen-
nial of the amendment that guaranteed the
right of women to vote. The new exhibit
will explore the long fight for women’s
suffrage, beginning before the Civil War. It
will highlight the constitutional arguments
and historical context of the movement,
as well as spotlight the key advocates for
women’s rights and the methods they used Walt Disney World Resort helps out band program
to persuade the states and then the nation After a fire at East Ridge High School announced in September 2019 a $20,000
to recognize equal citizenship for women. in Clermont, Florida, that damaged band donation to East Ridge High School to help
215-409-6600, constitutioncenter.org equipment, rehearsal space and students’ its band march forward through the school
personal instruments, the central Florida year. The donation will contribute to new
community came together with an outpour- band equipment and instruments, helping
ing of support to help the students through make the students’ dreams of restoring
the unexpected challenge. To lend another their band program come true.
helping hand, Walt Disney World Resort disneyworld.disney.go.com
TOURING
THE HALL IS
A TEAM
SPORT
Take Your Students on a Legendary Field Trip
Planning a school trip to Atlanta? Make sure a visit to the Chick-fil-A
College Football Hall of Fame is in your game plan. With more than
50 state-of-the-art interactive experiences, historical exhibits and
FREE STEAM curriculum available, it’s like no other game in town.
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Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 11Game on
Major cities score with educational sports tours
By Cortney Erndt
To say students love sports is an
understatement. Many value after-school
sports as much as their classes — or even
more. Playing sports boosts students’
mental and physical health; empowers
life skills like confidence; and teaches
discipline, leadership and teamwork.
Watching sports allows young
people to identify with something
greater than themselves. Afterall, the
success of a team positively reflects on
its fans; the fans in New York, Chicago
and Atlanta know just that.
Stadiums in major cities offer
behind-the-scenes tours and educa-
tional programs that make each group
eager to work and play harder.
Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame, Atlanta
12 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.com Gene Phillips, ACVB, AtlantaPhotos.comMercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
SunTrust Park, Atlanta SunTrust Park, Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia vice president and chief sales officer at
Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau.
“The South is known for turning
college football into a religion, so sports
The 1996 Centennial Olympic “Sports fans in Atlanta have much to enthusiasts should explore Chick-fil-A
Games positioned Atlanta as a promi- enjoy with a multitude of major league College Football Hall of Fame with in-
nent host city for major sporting events. teams to see in action.” teractive exhibits and an indoor football
Since then, Atlanta continues its legacy Vaughan said he recommends field,” Vaughan said.
by welcoming some of the country’s student groups use Centennial Olympic At the Hall of Fame, student-friendly
most distinguished sporting events: four Park as a starting point for any sports- curriculum blends with football history
NCAA Men’s Final Four tournaments, related trip, because it was such a focal and interactive technology. Visitors take
the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, the 2003 point of activity during the 1996 Sum- away valuable lessons about the impor-
NBA All-Star Game, the 2018 College
mer Olympic Games. Thereafter, both tance of leadership and hard work.
Football Playoff National Champion-
Mercedes-Benz Stadium and SunTrust
ship, the 2018 MLS All-Star Game, the Park offer behind-the-scenes tours of Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau
annual Celebration Bowl and three the state-of-the-art facilities. 404-521-6567
Super Bowl matchups. Another must-see in Atlanta is the atlanta.net
“Atlanta continues its momentum as Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of
a legendary sports destination by host- Fame, where students turn textbooks
Chick-fil-A College Football
ing the 2020 Men’s Basketball Final Four into playbooks as they explore the world
Hall of Fame
Tournament and the 2021 MLB All-Star 404-880-4800
of college football. cfbhall.com/groups/field-trips
Game,” said Mark Vaughan, executive
Continued on page 14
Clockwise from top left: ACVB Marketing; Gene Phillips, ACVB, AtlantaPhotos.com; ACVB Marketing (2) Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 13Continued from page 13
Wrigley Field, Chicago
Wrigley Field, Chicago
Chicago, Illinois to Mackinac, the oldest annual freshwa-
ter distance race in the world.
With 18 championships, Chicago is “Chicago offers many great student
Wrigley Field, Chicago
a tried-and-true sports city, especially as experiences for visitors in relation to
home to eight major sporting franchises our sports teams,” Hattori said. “Both
— the Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, Black- Wrigley Field and Soldier Field offer
hawks, Bears, Fire, Sky and Red Stars. behind-the-scenes tours.”
The city encompasses nearly 600 Hattori said Wrigley Field is a must-
parks and 26 miles of lakefront, making see, as it’s one of the nation’s oldest base-
it a playground for recreational sports ball stadiums. While students are there,
activities. Groups can take on the lake do not forget to check out the 2016 MLB
and rent a kayak or stand-up paddle- World Series trophy on display.
board, or explore the city’s lakefront trail As students will likely explore the
by bike with the beautiful skyline as a Magnificent Mile during a visit, sched-
backdrop. ule time at Chicago Sports Museum
“The variety of sports available in for an interesting lunch and interactive
Chicago speaks to how we are a sports learning experience. Soldier Field, Chicago
town,” said Naomi Hattori, director of “The museum allows students —
global development at Choose Chicago. and their chaperones — to participate
“During football season, groups will in challenges and high-tech simulated
know there is a Bears game in town experiences,” Hattori said. “A favorite
when you see the city filled with fans experience is attempting the iconic Mi-
in Bears’ jerseys. On a home baseball
chael Jordan free-throw dunk and seeing
game day, you’ll see the Red Line either
‘how high can you jump?’”
packed with Cubs or Sox fans going to
their respective stadiums.” Choose Chicago
While the city is home to many 312-567-8500
major teams, Chicago also hosts other choosechicago.com
major sporting events, including one of
the top five marathons in the world — Wrigley Field
Bank of America Chicago Marathon — 773-388-8270
and the annual Chicago Yacht Club Race mlb.com/cubs/ballpark/tours Soldier Field, Chicago
14 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.com Clockwise from top left: City of Chicago/Choose Chicago (2), iStock (2), City of Chicago/Choose ChicagoYankee Stadium, New York City Monument Park, Yankee Stadium, New York City
New York City,
New York
New York City offers famous sports
attractions around every corner, and it’s
home to more major professional sports
teams than any other city in the United
States.
“Despite the many choices a sports fan
may have in NYC, the Yankees’ incredible
history of 27 championships is unrivaled,
and taking a behind-the-scenes tour of
Yankee Stadium makes for an everlasting
memory,” said Brett Searson, director of
Stadium Tours at Yankee Stadium.
Yankee Stadium Tours provide
students with exclusive insight into the
history, tradition and iconic home of
baseball’s most storied franchise — the
New York Yankees.
“Led by our knowledgeable tour
guides who share inside secrets and
fascinating facts, Yankee Stadium Tours
visit Monument Park, where the team’s Yankee Stadium, New York City
most storied players, managers, coaches
and executives are honored with plaques In addition to touring the stadium, legends are created. Students can see
and monuments,” Searson said. “The students may enjoy lunch at the Hard behind-the-scenes areas related to the
New York Yankees Museum presented Rock Cafe located inside Yankee Sta- New York Knicks and the NHL Rangers.
by Bank of America celebrates Yankees dium. They also may visit the Yankees Learn about the Garden’s 150-year his-
teams, players and milestone achieve- Team Store, located at the stadium. tory from an expert tour guide. n
ments through rotating exhibits.” Upon request and pending availability,
Students also may experience the Searson said, a member of the Yankees’ NYC & Company
players’ perspective from the dugout or front office staff may be made available 212-484-1200
enjoy a panoramic view from the press for a question-and-answer session. nycgo.com
box. Stadium events extending beyond In addition to Yankee Stadium,
Yankee Stadium Tours
baseball — including soccer, football students shouldn’t leave the city without 646-977-8687
and concerts — are discussed as well. visiting Madison Square Garden, where mlb.com/yankees/ballpark/tours
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Stops
Ottawa
O n t a r i o
FUN FACTS
More student groups visit Ottawa Ottawa Tourism. “For tour operators,
each year than any other Canadian the capital is an experienced host city,
city. Canada’s capital offers a wealth with accommodations, hospitality and
of national historic sites, museums and services on the ground directly geared
monuments that immerse students in to student groups.”
the story of Canada’s past, present and Educators can match a visit to the
future — with many concentrated in the curriculum. “If you’re teaching students •In winter, take a group skate on
city’s safe and walkable downtown core. about government and democracy, you the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World
“For students, Ottawa offers a can take them behind the scenes at Heritage Site that is transformed into
diverse range of ways to blow off a the Parliament Buildings and Supreme the world’s largest skateway.
little steam — from cycling on our Court of Canada,” Dean said.
vast network of paved pathways, to National museums cover nearly every •Small windows on the sides of the
adventure experiences and skating on facet of Canada’s human, technological Canadian War Museum’s central
the world’s largest rink, to festivals, and natural history. Art teachers include copper roof are actually a message
sports and entertainment,” said Kelly the National Gallery of Canada on their in Morse code.
Dean, travel trade sales manager for itineraries.
16 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.com Ottawa TourismCanadian Museum Canadian Museum National Gallery
of History of Nature of Canada
Discover the events, experiences, Visit Canada’s natural history Located in the ByWard Market,
people and objects that have shaped museum, located in a beautiful castle the National Gallery of Canada is an
Canada’s history. Marvel at the world’s in downtown Ottawa. Five floors of architectural gem. Any visit is sure to
largest indoor collection of totem poles. galleries include giant dinosaurs, a be memorable, with one of the world’s
The Canadian History Hall, the signature blue whale skeleton, dazzling minerals, largest sculptures, a spider, greeting
exhibition, lets students discover the Canadian birds and live insects. Get an students. Maman by Louise Bourgeois
events, personalities and historical in-depth look at the Arctic and touch real is part of the National Collection, which
currents of Canada — from time ice. Take the popular Gallery Highlights tells the remarkable stories that have
immemorial to the present. A wide range Tour or compare the characteristics of shaped Canada. Tours and hands-on
of school programs encourage students grizzlies and polar bears in the new workshops, uniquely offered to student
to pursue a deeper understanding of Hands-On Polar Bear Tour. The museum groups, give a new perspective. In-
Canada’s history. offers curriculum-based workshops and gallery drawing is a favorite student
live animal shows. program.
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Ottawa, Ontario
GO
Canadian Museum of History
800-555-5621
historymuseum.ca/visit/groups
Canadian Museum of Nature
800-263-4433
nature.ca
Omega Park Canadian War Museum
Canadian War Museum
Omega Park is where students Students immerse themselves in a 800 555-5621
discover Canada’s nature, fauna, history dynamic, hands-on experience sure to warmuseum.ca
and culture in a unique way. Open expand their knowledge of the conflicts
year-round, the park offers several that shaped Canada, Canadians and the National Gallery of Canada
613-990-1985
activities for all ages, such as a wolves’ world. Canada’s rich military history is gallery.ca/visit/schools
presentation, animations and walking showcased through artifacts, personal
trails. In addition, accommodations such stories, artwork, photos and interactive Omega Park
as tipis, a log cabin and a wolf cabin are presentations. Tour the extensive 819-423-5487
available to extend the stay and sleep permanent and special exhibitions. Rest parcomega.ca/en/school-group
near wolves and bears. A brand-new and reflect in Memorial Hall. Chat with
illuminated walking trail — to discover a veteran to let history come alive. Also
nature in a night version — is open from available are gallery activity sheets, ASK
spring to early fall. workshops, guided tours, free group Ottawa Tourism
orientation programs in May/June and 613-237-5150, ext. 1133
group menus at the cafeteria. ottawatourism.ca/travel-trade
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Toledo
ART
The Toledo Museum
of Art is dedicated to
working with educators
Ohio and students to provide a
variety of learning experiences. Visual
language education is a priority at the
museum, which uses its world-renowned
collection as a teaching resource.
Experiences can be tailored to the
specific needs of each class. Learn
how different cultures throughout history
have made and used glass, explore the
galleries in the Glass Pavilion and see a
glassblowing demonstration.
STEM
Toledo Museum of Art Imagination Station
provides science
enrichment by serving as
an educational partner
for teachers, schools and parents.
With a blend of exhibits, experiences,
education and excitement, the science
center inspires students to pursue
science, technology, engineering and
math careers.
BIOLOGY
The new ProMedica
Museum of Natural
Toledo Zoo & Aquarium History at the Toledo
Zoo & Aquarium opened
earlier this year. The museum focuses
on biodiversity, or the variety of life in
the world. The first floor begins with
prehistoric Ohio and then becomes
a walking tour of the various habitats
found along Lake Erie following the
Ice Age. The second floor ties Ohio to
species and habitats around the world
through venom and arthropods. In
addition to student visits, the zoo offers
lunch options, scavenger hunts, Critter
Encounters and Wildlife Walks.
Toledo Zoo & Aquarium
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18 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.comGREAT LAKES
The Historic Artcraft Theatre enchants students
Students experience history first-
hand at The Historic Artcraft Theatre in
Franklin, Indiana.
History talks, movies and tours for
school groups can be arranged at the
1922 art deco movie house.
“Our goal is twofold,” said Jaime
Shilts, programming and events coordi-
nator. “First, we want to expose children
to the Artcraft experience, which is the
same as what their parents and grand-
parents would have experienced. And
two, to offer an affordable, fun field trip
for all ages.”
The 15-minute history talk presents
an overview of the 625-seat theater’s past.
“We’ll talk about the early beginnings
of the theater,” Shilts said. “We talk
about what a silent movie is and what
vaudeville was and about the orchestra
pit and how it was used. We also tell
them about our 35 mm projectors and
how they differ from what other theaters
use. We always talk about the restora-
tion of the theater and why saving it The Historic Artcraft Theatre
is important. And we like to mention
our volunteers and what volunteering
means. We have over 280 volunteers, are used to. longest running preservation groups.”
and they keep us in business.” “The Artcraft is a wonderful place Franklin is located about 25 minutes
Smaller groups are able to take tours to bring students, and we can hold a lot south of Indianapolis, just west of Inter-
of the theater. Tours include the stage, of them,” Shilts said. “Our volunteers state 65’s exit 90. Motorcoaches drop off
adjacent green room and original pro- help run the field trips and they make students in front of the theater. Drivers
jection booth. it pretty easy for the teachers. We love are directed to local parking lots. n
A classic movie viewing includes a to talk about the history of the theater
small drink and popcorn. Students love and also why recycling and preservation The Historic Artcraft Theatre
the popcorn, as it is locally grown and is important. We’re actually owned by 317-739-0458
tastes different than the popcorn they Franklin Heritage, Inc., one of Indiana’s historicartcrafttheatre.org
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Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 19GREAT LAKES
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame connects past with present
Students experience the history of
rock and roll music through iconic
artifacts and rare historical video at the
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland,
Ohio. The hall’s interactive Garage al-
lows first-time learners or experienced
musicians to pick up a real instrument
and rock out.
Induction footage in the Power of Rock
theater, where the seats shake and smoke
fills the room, makes audience members
feel like they’re at a Rock Hall induction
ceremony. Listening stations in the Hall
of Fame floor allow fans to revisit favorite
tunes or dive deeper into an inductee’s
music.
Students who participate in a Rockin’
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
the Schools program investigate the in-
novation, influence and impact of rock
and roll music on culture and history. “The Rock Hall is a truly memorable history, play an instrument and explore
The K–12 classes are interdisciplinary trip where we make music history come why rock and roll lives on.”
and connect to a broad range of cur- alive every day,” said Deanna Nebel, ed- Nebel said students who come to the
riculum. ucation instructor. “Come walk through Rock Hall enjoy connecting the past and
A Circle
A SQUARE.
A Learning
Experience.
Witness world-class
arts and culture in
University Circle and
Playhouse Square.
Contact Cleveland’s
Group Tour Team:
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What’s more, students can see how
costumes have changed over time to
suit the needs of different rock and roll
styles, or the variety of instruments that
contribute to rock and roll.
“In our classes, we often delve into
connections to today’s popular music
or explain its origins,” Nebel said. “We The Maltz Museum
validate the students’ current music of Jewish Heritage
introduces visitors
while honoring the past, such as when to the beauty and
we compare today’s hip-hop music to diversity of Jewish
history and culture
some of the first hip-hop songs.” in the context of the
Teachers can extend their visit both American experience.
The Museum builds
before and after by using the Rock Hall bridges of inquiry and
EDU platform: edu.rockhall.com. The appreciation between
people of diverse back-
website contains lesson plans, writing grounds, serving as an
prompts, playlists, essays, interviews educational resource
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for Northeast Ohio.
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Start planning a rock star experience for your students today
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Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 21GREAT LAKES
Learning and adventure coexist
at Irons Oaks Environmental Center
Irons Oaks Environmental Center “We are a pocket of peace, relaxation
is a 38-acre nature site situated next and fresh air among the busy hustle and
to a suburban development south of bustle,” said Cheryl Vargo, the center’s
Chicago. Visiting students are immersed manager. “For many students, this is
in nature while learning about their sur- their first time in a forest. We offer op-
roundings and themselves. portunities for nature exploration and
adventure programming.”
Nature classes include topics like in-
sects, forest, water, biodiversity, senses,
nature hikes, stories and observations.
Adventure programming includes team
development and climbing programs.
The center offers a climbing tower and a
Irons Oaks Environmental Learning Center
high ropes course. Irons Oaks also offers
a weeklong Nature Camp for students
during the summer. “The students we teach now are the
Students who come to Irons Oaks decision-makers of the future,” Vargo
enjoy walking into an urban forest and said. “Early exposure to the natural
just taking a deep breath of relaxation, environment is shown to have life-long
Vargo said. value. Irons Oaks has a long history of
“Most visitors take a deep breath and providing quality outdoor program-
begin to relax and unwind while they ming led by amazing and dedicated staff.
STAY AT OTTAWA’S get ready to absorb the surroundings,” Our staff members truly love what they
LARGEST SUMMER she said. “Students enjoy the hands-on do and understand the importance of
HOTEL! aspect of learning that occurs at Irons providing an experience students could
Oaks. For example, they flip a log and not have in the classroom.”
hunt for insects. They work as a team to Irons Oaks Environmental Learning
ROOMS STARTING AT solve a challenge, and they use nets and Center is a joint project of the Home-
JUST $38 A NIGHT! dip out of the pond. They like getting wood-Flossmoor Park District and the
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classmates and their teachers in a less-
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Skylight Music Theatre gives warm
welcome to student groups
Education is a key part of the mission school groups on tours himself through
at Skylight Music Theatre in Milwaukee, the Broadway Theatre Center, and the
Wisconsin. Skylight’s education program personal approach by Ray and our entire
uses workshops, residencies, touring staff help the students take in and enjoy
performances and field trip opportuni- the experience.”
ties to serve students from kindergarten Students who participate in a resi-
GregFrewinTheatre.com
through grade 12. dency use material from the musical
“I hope students feel welcome and they see at the matinee. Marquardt has
entertained,” said Amanda Marquardt, noticed residency students are more
education manager. “I want their minds deeply engaged with the matinee perfor-
to be stimulated and inspired by the mance and the experience overall.
material presented.”
Generally speaking, each show has
one or sometimes two student matinees.
On the day of the student matinee, school
groups have the option of coming early
to tour the Broadway Theatre Center or
to have a pre-show technical discussion
with someone from the production staff.
Kate Hennig. Photo by Peter Andrew Lusztyk.
Skylight also offers pre-show work-
shops at the participating school to prep Skylight Music Theatre
students on the themes, characters and
artistic relevance in each show. “During one of the Hairspray student
After the matinee, the students are matinees, the students that participated
invited to stay for a 20-minute talkback in the Hairspray residency at one of our
with the cast. Most school groups, as well partner schools were nearly dancing
as most of the cast, stay to participate. out of their seats,” she said. “It was quite
“Skylight’s artistic director, Ray Jivoff, wonderful to witness their heightened 2020 SEASON
is passionate about making all of the engagement and appreciation for the 13 plays including Gypsy,
students feel warmly welcomed into show in real time.” Sherlock Holmes and The
Skylight’s stunning Cabot Theatre, a The 2019–2020 season marks Sky- Raven’s Curse, Charley’s
replication of an 18th-century European light’s 60th anniversary. n Aunt and Me and My Girl.
opera house,” Marquardt said. “Walk-
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Hartford
C o n n e c t i c u t
FUN FACTS
As one of America’s oldest and places where history was made.”
most historic cities, Hartford offers many A variety of adventures are available
options for student groups. for all interests in the River Valley/
“The Connecticut colony was founded Greater Hartford region. Students can
in 1636, and centuries later is known explore dinosaur prints at Dinosaur
for its rich history and diverse cultural State Park in Rocky Hill, take a scenic
heritage,” said Robert Murdock, president riverboat or steam train ride along the • Abolitionist Harriet Beecher
of the Connecticut Convention & Sports Connecticut River or even discover Stowe, who wrote the anti-slavery
Bureau (CTCSB), who also is a national hidden secrets in East Haddam’s Gillette novel Uncle Tom’s Cabin, moved
salesperson for the CTCSB. “Hartford is Castle, the former home of the eccentric to Hartford in 1873 and remained
our state capital and many of the region’s actor who played Sherlock Holmes. there until her death. Her home is a
attractions are historic buildings and Literary and history buffs can tour the National Historic Landmark.
architectural gems that showcase unique homes of famous authors. Depending
collections. Student groups can discover on the season, visitors also can enjoy • Founded prior to American
hundreds of years of events, people and downhill skiing, challenging hiking and independence, The Hartford
stories in a hands-on way, in the very beach activities along the coast. Courant is the country’s oldest
newspaper in continuous
publication.
24 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.comConnecticut’s Old Connecticut Mark Twain House
State House Science Center & Museum
Connecticut’s Old State House is one Overlooking the majestic Connecticut Students can explore the American
of the most notable historical landmarks River, the science center is a dazzling, High Gothic-style mansion where author
in the state. Completed in 1796, this soaring space on multiple floors that Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) and
National Historic Landmark is located opened in 2009. With more than 165 his family lived from 1874 to 1891. It’s
in walkable downtown Hartford. The hands-on exhibits, a state-of-the-art the site where he wrote Adventures of
Senate Chamber was the site of the 3D digital theater, four educational Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures
Amistad Trial of the Mendi Tribesmen. labs, plus daily programs and events, of Tom Sawyer, among others. The
Visitors can tour its historic rooms, the Connecticut Science Center offers 25-room National Historic Landmark
Seward’s Museum of Curiosities and endless exploration for students and features a dramatic grand hall, a lush
enjoy its impressive lawn. It also is the adults. From physics to forensics, glass conservatory, grand library and
site of Hartford’s new official Information geology to astronomy, visitors have the handsome Billiards room where Twain
& Welcome Center, as well as a new gift sciences at their fingertips. penned his books. Docent-guided tours
shop with Connecticut-themed items. are available.
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Hartford, Connecticut
GO
Connecticut’s Old State House
860-522-6766
cga.ct.gov/osh
Connecticut Science Center
860-520-2150
ctsciencecenter.org
Wadsworth Atheneum New England Mark Twain House & Museum
Museum of Art Air Museum 860-247-0998, option 5
Founded in 1842 and opened in New England Air Museum’s marktwainhouse.org
1844, Wadsworth Atheneum is the collection contains more than 100
New England Air Museum
oldest continually operating public aircraft ranging from early flying 860-623-3305
art museum in the U.S. Located in machines to supersonic jets. Over 55 neam.org
downtown Hartford in a castle-like aircraft are on display in three large
building, the museum houses collections exhibit hangars and in an outdoor Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
of European baroque art, ancient display area. The museum, located 860-838-4046
thewadsworth.org
Egyptian and classical bronzes, French in Windsor Locks, is dedicated to
and American impressionist paintings, preserving and presenting historically
Hudson River School landscapes significant aircraft, aircraft engines and ASK
and contemporary works including aviation artifacts. Group rates include Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau
those by Andy Warhol. Student tours, museum admission, a scavenger 860-882-1103
studio programs, and art and literature hunt and the opportunity to utilize the ctvisit.com
programs are available. museum’s dining facilities.
Clockwise from top left: John Groo, Courtesy CTCSB, Frank Grace, CTCSB (2) Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 25 LOVE TO LEARN IN...
portsmouth
SCIENCE
Engage in fun, hands-on
discovery at Seacoast
Science Center, located
new hampshire within Odiorne Point State
Park in Rye. At the center, students
learn about whales and other marine
mammals of the Gulf of Maine, and
what’s being done to protect them.
The “H2O Today” exhibit examines
the diversity and challenges of our
global water sources and promotes
conversation, creativity and innovation
through art, science and technology.
Student programs are available.
HISTORY
At Strawbery Banke
Seacoast Science Center
Museum, students explore
10 acres of living history.
The museum interprets
history from 1695 to 1954 with historic
houses, heirloom gardens, traditional
crafts and costumed role-players who
portray the families of the Puddle
Dock neighborhood over the past 300
years. The historic houses are open
May 1 through Oct. 31. Self-guided
tours, guided tours and Time Travel
Workshops are available for students.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Strawbery Banke Museum Strawbery Banke Museum
Take an interactive,
educational cruise
with Isles of Shoals
Steamship Company,
located on the Piscataqua River
Basin. The vessel, the M/V Thomas
Laighton, has three decks and is
certified to carry up to 340 passengers.
Field trip experiences explore a
variety of curriculum topics, including
commerce, culture, seamanship, marine
environments, history and lore.
Go Portsmouth and the Chamber
Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth
603-610-5510
Isles of Shoals Steamship goportsmouthnh.com
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Isles of Shoals Steamship Company
26 Winter 2019 • studentgrouptour.comNEW ENGLAND
New England Aquarium shares blue planet
The New England Aquarium in harbor seals occur throughout the day are self-guided, and Smith recommends
Boston, Massachusetts, links engaging and are popular as well. Both activities groups spend two hours at the aquarium.
educational experiences with its mission are included in general admission. “We hope that students take away
of marine conservation. “We are celebrating our 50th anni- a greater appreciation for the world’s
“Our mission focuses primarily on versary this year and have had almost 60 oceans and a better understanding of
conserving the environment and promot- million potential ocean stewards walk how to protect them moving forward,”
ing the importance of protecting the blue through our doors,” Smith said. “The Smith said. n
planet through innovative exhibits and ed- ‘Indo-Pacific Coral Reef ’ exhibit recent-
ucational programs,” said Victoria Smith, ly opened and is a spectacular example New England Aquarium
manager of group sales and reservations. of biodiversity while housing tomato 617-973-5200
School programs for grades 6–12 clownfish, a longnose butterfly fish and neaq.org
support life science, Earth science, even an orangespine unicornfish.”
mathematics, technology and engineer- Student group visits to the aquarium From left: S. Cheng, New England Aquarium (2)
ing, and social science and history skills.
These Explorer classes are available to
book (subject to availability): Squid ce l e brate 2 5 ye ars o f k e ith lo ckhart
Anatomy (grades 6–12), Intertidal Ecol-
ogy (grades 6–12), and Engineering and
Erosion (Grades 3–8).
Any small groups looking for more Bring your groups to historic
in-depth experiences can take one of the
aquarium’s Behind the Scenes Tours.
Symphony Hall
The New England Aquarium is the
first “modern day” aquarium in the
country focusing on immersive exhibits
and authentic habitats for its marine life.
“Our exhibits, including bustling
penguin colonies and the Giant Ocean
Tank, are absolutely breathtaking,”
Smith said. “We engage our visitors
through immersive educational pro-
gramming while showcasing our com-
mitment to improving ocean health and The only way to
reducing single-use plastics.”
Smith said students love dipping
hear Boston!
their hands into the Trust Family Foun-
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gently stroke cownose rays, Atlantic rays
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Dec • Jan • Feb • Mar 27NEW ENGLAND
Celebrate a president’s legacy in Boston
Situated on a 10-acre park in Boston, between middle and high school groups, participate in the exhibits.
Massachusetts, The John F. Kennedy with a variety of activities for each age “There is something for everyone
Presidential Library and Museum is an group including Report Card for the here at the John F. Kennedy Presidential
institution dedicated to the memory of President for middle schoolers, and Ap- Library,” Sheperd said.
the nation’s 35th president. proaching a DBQ: An Introduction for In addition to the structured pro-
The museum implements numerous AP Students for high schoolers. These grams, there are supplemental exhibits
programs that allow students to explore activities are meant for students to use and displays students enjoy, such as the
the administration, life and legacy of their critical thinking skills and actively secret recordings taken by President
President John F. Kennedy through Kennedy during the Cuban Missile Cri-
interactive activities. sis, the fashion of First Lady Jacqueline
“Though over 50 years have passed Kennedy and an exploration of the life
since President Kennedy’s administra- of Ernest Hemingway.
tion, the ideas he espoused live on to- “We hope all of our visitors walk
day,” said Ian Sheperd, visitor operations away with a deeper understanding of
manager at the JFK Presidential Library President Kennedy’s life, administra-
and Museum. tion and commitment to public service,
During the school year, the library’s as well as an inspiration to learn more,”
Department of Education and Public Sheperd said.
Programs offers various programs ca- Student group visits are held on
tered to students of different age groups. weekday mornings. Guided pro-
With the use of interactive displays grams accommodate approximately
and high-resolution, large-screen pro- 60 students and supervisors, whereas
jections, students can explore an array of self-guided programs allow up to 135
artifacts, documents and video footage students and 15 supervisors. n
pertaining to President Kennedy’s poli-
cies. Students gain an understanding of The John F. Kennedy
the historical and cultural background Presidential Library and Museum
that influenced his administration. 617-524-1589
The guided programs are divided jfklibrary.org
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
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