CDM Outreach - Museum in Motion

The Museum in Motion Outreach program brings engaging hands-on activities and programs to you. Check out the list below to decide which option works best for your class, school or community event.

Option #1 – Learning Labs

Learning Labs are perfect for your classroom. A variety of topics are available for your K – 5th grade class. Each program lasts approximately one hour and is led by a museum educator.

Price for Option #1 - $3 per student plus a $25 program/transportation fee per visit in Bloomington/Normal. Outside B/N program fee is $50.

Option #2 – Six Station Science Experience

The Six Station Science Experience option is great for an after school program or school event. Choose from seven fun and sure to excite science topics.

Price for Option #2 - Pricing for Option #2 depends on YOU.

Pricing: School Provided Volunteers - Six volunteers provided by the school - Six hands-on activity stations and materials - Two CDM Staff Cost: $100 per hour up to 50 kids; $150 per hour up to 75 kids plus a program fee of $25 in B/N; $50 outside B/N Deposit: $50 non-refundable deposit applied toward the fee

Pricing: Museum-Provided Volunteers - Two CDM staff and six CDM volunteers - Six hands-on activity stations and materials Cost: $150 per hour up to 50 kids; $200 per hour up to 75 kids plus a program fee of $25 in B/N; $50 outside B/N Deposit: $50 non-refundable deposit applied toward the fee

 

Option #3 – Design an Experience

We know that not everyone needs the Six Station Science Experience, so Design an Experience lets you pick and choose one or more of the activities that are found in the six station science experience. This option is great if you would like a taste of the Museum for your community event, school carnival or just to add some hands-on fun to any occasion. Schools, contact the Museum at 309-433-3455 or 309-433-3449 and community events planners, call 309-433-3454 to custom design your own hands-on experience.

Examples of possible Design Your Own Experience Stations:
Dino Dig
Sharpie Pen Science
Garden in a Glove
Nutrition Bracelets
Float My Boat

Pricing for Option #3 - $50 per hour for the first activity and $25 for each additional activity selected plus a transportation fee of $25 in B/N; $50 outside B/N. (If more than one activity is selected, the school or organization may be required to provide volunteers.)