SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS

Programs at the museum 

Prices include admission to permanent and changing exhibits, parking, selected programming, and themed scavenger hunts to enhance your visit. Spaces identified for families only are not included. Programs are approximately 45 minutes and begin on the hour.

Field trips require a minimum of 20 paying participants to qualify for group rates and programming. Should you have less than 20 participants and choose to subdivide your group (by grade for example) each subdivision must pay for 20 guests to receive separate programming. Cranbrook Institute of Science memberships, museum passes, discounted admission, and reciprocal membership discounts do not apply to field trip costs.

Lunch space is limited and reserved on a first-come, first-served basis after we receive your field trip deposit. Lunch and transportation are NOT provided, but you are welcome to bring your own food or pre-purchase meals for the group by calling the Reflections Café at 248.645.3201 at least THREE WEEKS prior to your visit. If you wish to pre-purchase, please indicate this in the ‘List Any Special Needs/Requests’ section of the registration form.

SCHOOL DAY FIELD TRIP RATES PER STUDENT
(Pricing is per person, per distinct program. Minimum of 20 PAID GUESTS PER DISTINCT PROGRAM).

  • 1 program: $15
  • 2 programs: $18
  • 3 programs: $20
  • 4 programs: $21

ADDITIONAL FEES PER PERSON (SCHOOL DAY)
Pre-K and Kindergarten groups are allowed one free chaperone for every three students. For groups, grades 1-12, one free chaperone is allowed for every five students. Additional adults beyond the free chaperones are $15 per person. Special needs groups may be eligible to receive additional chaperones for free. Please indicate and list any special needs when booking.

AFTER SCHOOL (2:00PM) FIELD TRIP RATES PER STUDENT

  • 1 program: $16
  • 2 programs: $19
  • 3 programs: $21
  • 4 programs: $22

ADDITIONAL FEES PER PERSON (AFTER SCHOOL)
Pre-K and Kindergarten groups are allowed one free chaperone for every three students. For groups, grades 1-12, one free chaperone is allowed for every five students. Additional adults beyond the free chaperones are $16 per person.

ADDITIONAL FEES PER HOUR 5:00PM AND ON
Beginning at 5:00pm, an hourly rental fee of $250 applies.

SCIENCE ON THE SCREEN!

Virtual programs at your location

Price Per Class Program: $200 
(MAX 30 Students) 

Venue is responsible for providing connection link to Cranbrook Institute of Science and participants (Zoom or Teams compatible).

SCIENCE ON THE GO!

Programs at your location

SINGLE CLASS PROGRAMS

  • Max 30 students per program:  $385
  • Each additional same day program: $225

MULTI-CLASS (SCIENCE ON THE STAGE) ASSEMBLY STYLE PROGRAMS

  • Max 150 students per program: $485
  • Each additional same day repeat program: $325

Email us for custom programming!

SCIENCE SAMPLER

School days or evenings at your location

PRICE INCLUDES: 14 school-selected activities (three options include make-and-takes) for up to two hours.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 14 tables
  • 14 chairs
  • 14 adult/high school volunteers (min.)
  • 1 power outlet
  • Access to water

High school students make great volunteers and require an adult chaperone, secured by the school, who provides onsite supervision throughout the entire program.

  • Max 300 Participants per program: $800
  • Additional consecutive time: $300/HOUR

Email us to customize your Science Sampler!

PHYSICS OF FLING!

Programs at your location

  • One program: $600
  • Additional Consecutive Programs: $300

REQUIREMENT

  • Minimum 250’ launch range (Max 30 students per program)

ACHESON MOBILE PLANETARIUM

Programs at your location

  • First Show: $485
  • Additional Shows Scheduled Same Day: $325

REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 14’ ceiling and 30’ diameter floor space on a first level of the venue.

    TRAVEL FEES (By County):

    • Macomb, Oakland, Wayne: $80
    • Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Washtenaw: $105
    • Ingham, Monroe, St. Clair, Saginaw, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Tuscola: $135
    • Bay, Clinton, Eaton, Jackson, Lenawee: $160
    • Calhoun, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Huron, Ionia, Midland: $175
    • Arenac, Barry, Branch, Clare, Isabella, Kalamazoo, Kent: $235

    For all other counties, please email us at cisreservations@cranbrook.edu.

    INTERESTED IN BOOKING A VISIT TO OCCUR WITHIN 45 CALENDAR DAYS?

    FULL PAYMENT is due at booking and the below cancellation policies apply. Please contact us for options.

    PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICIES

    A $100 non-refundable registration fee is required at time of booking to place a temporary hold on your requested date. This will be credited toward your reservation or forfeited if (at any time) the program is canceled by the school.

    No less than 45 calendar days before your program date, the remaining balance is due. Non-payment will result in cancellation of your reservation and loss of registration fee and any deposits.

    Final balance due is based on attendance reported 45 calendar days before the date of your reservation or the number of attendees on the day of the visit (for field trips), whichever is greater.

    Less than 45 days from the date of your reservation, balances will only be updated due to increased attendance (for field trips).

    If we receive a cancellation in writing more than 45 calendar days before the date of your reservation:

    • You may reschedule with no additional fees.
    • Your registration fee and payments will be credited towards a future reservation before May 28, 2027.

    If we receive a cancellation in writing 45 calendar days or less before the date of your reservation, your registration fee and payments are forfeited.