Field Trips to the ADKX

With 20+ exhibition spaces, there is plenty for your students and chaperones to experience and explore!

FIELD TRIPS

Field trips from June through September are free of charge for any K-12 school in any county that is part of the Adirondack Park; Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Lewis, Oneida, Saratoga, St. Lawrence, Warren, and Washington. Reservations at least two weeks in advance are required. During the museum’s closed season, field trips requests are subject to staff availability. Contact the School Programs Department

HOMESCHOOL DAY

Home School Day is the fourth Wednesday of September: September 23, 2026

Homeschool families with at least one school-aged child (5-17 years old) are free of charge for admission on that date. In addition to our wide variety of exhibition spaces, there will be presentations and take away lessons.

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YOUTH & SCOUT GROUPS and SUMMER SCHOOLS

Youth and Scout groups and Summer schools please contact the School Programs Department to ask about discounted pricing for your self-guided visits. Please book at least two weeks in advance. Invoicing is available if scheduled and contracted at least three weeks in advance.

COLLEGE GROUPS

College groups of five or more (students and instructor) also receive a special rate. Pre-book at least two weeks in advance by writing education@theadkx.org. Invoicing is available if scheduled and contracted at least three weeks in advance.

Contact School Programs Department

FIELD TRIP EXPERIENCE

Your self-guided experience will take you through more than 20 buildings. Students will learn the history and traditions of the people and places that made the Adirondacks world famous. There are numerous interactive exhibits to engage students’ attention and further their understanding of this region.

Exhibits not to miss:

Life in the Adirondacks – our 19,000 square foot, fully immersive exhibition
Feeding the Trout – 12:30 pm daily at the Marion River Carry Pavilion
The Reising Schoolhouse & Kid’s Cabin – a favorite with visitors of all ages!
Games on center campus – A wide assortment of lawn games for visitors to enjoy.

Educator-Guided Programs

Self-Guided Programs

ADKX-PLORATION

To alleviate overcrowding at popular exhibits we have designed some pathways for large groups. Break down into smaller groups and use these pathways to explore the museum at your own pace.