THEMUSEUM is a premier cultural destination dedicated to presenting fresh, inspired content from around the globe in unique and immersive ways designed to showcase art & technology at play. With diverse exhibitions and engaging programs, we are proud to offer an extensive range of museum experiences designed to support and enhance the lessons taught in your classrooms.
Program Guide
THEMUSEUM offers more than 20 educational programs covering S.T.E.A.M topics that align with provincial cirriculum. Discover the enriching variety of programs offered at THEMUSEUM and in the Underground Studio MakerSpace by checking out our Education Program Guide online.
2024 Education Program Highlights
Students are provided with a full day of immersive, interactive and hands-on programming.
Exhibition Programs
Wildlife Researchers
Gr. 1 – 4
Available Fall 2024 Only
Curriculum connections – Science & Technology: Life Systems
Step into the shoes of Dr. Anne Innis Dagg and become a wildlife researcher! Explore the African Savannah with your research camera and develop a field guide all about giraffes and their habitat.
GIRAFFE | A Heightened Experience Guided Tour
Gr. 1 – 12
Available Fall 2024 Only
Curriculum connections – Science & Technology: Life Systems
Explore the maginifcent world of giraffes through a guided tour of the exhibition by a member of our educational staff!
Peculiar Patterns
Gr. 4 – 8
Available Fall 2024 Only
Curriculum connections – The Arts: Visual Arts, Science & Technology
Did you know giraffe spot patterns are as unique as our fingerprints? Learn all about what makes giraffe patterns special and crate a class “giraffe tapestry” using screen printing.
Themed Weeks
Indigenous Intersections
Gr. 4 – 6
March 24 – March 28, 2025
Curriculum connections – Social Studies: Past & Present Societies
Students will have the unique opportunity to learn about the traditions and culture of Indigenous communities through a variety of interactive and engaging workshops.
Medieval Week
Gr. 4
May 5 – May 9, 2025
Curriculum connections – Social Studies: Past & Present Societies
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Students will travel back in time and experience the challenges, intrigue and excitement of living during medieval times.
Outreach Programs
Only available to locations within 40km of THEMUSEUM
Bring THEMUSEUM to you with our new Outreach Programs! We’ve adapted our most popular programs to travel to you and bring the fun and excitement directly to your students!
Conduction Junction
Gr. 1 – 8
Curriculum connections – Science and Technology
What is a circuit? How does it work? In this workshop, students will learn the answers to those questions by using conductive tape, LEDs, and a battery to create their own light-up card. Circuit types vary by grade and skill level.
Hello, Mr. Robot
Gr. 1 – 8
Curriculum connections – Science and Technology; Mathematics
In this workshop, students will learn about computer programming and coding using our Ozobots! Using markers, students will get their ‘bot to follow a specific track and entering the correct codes to get them from point A to point B.
3, 2, 1, Blast off!
Gr. 4 – 8
Curriculum connections – Science and Technology: Understanding Earth and Space Systems
3, 2, 1 blast-off into space as students explore the principles of rocket aerodynamics by working in teams to design, build and test launch their very own rockets!
StarLab
JK/SK – Gr. 8
Curriculum connections – Science and Technology: Earth and Space Systems
Explore the night sky and blast off into outer space in our portable StarLab planetarium. Discover planets, moons, stars, and satellites while uncovering the mysteries of our solar system!
Book an Education Program
Bookings for Fall 2024 school trips are now open! GIRAFFE | A Heightened Experience programs are only available for Fall and space is limited!
Education programs at THEMUSEUM are tax-exempt as THEMUSEUM is a not-for-profit organization. Teachers and faculty with a valid O.C.T or E.C.E membership are free of charge to chaperone the program.
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your booking with THEMUSEUM at any time by contacting education@themuseum.ca or by notifying your booking contact at THEMUSEUM.
THEMUSEUM will waive its cancellation fee if at least one of the following applies to your cancellation:
- Notice of cancellation is provided two (2) weeks or more in advance of your confirmed visit date.
- Your cancellation is due to regional transportation cancellations issued by your respective school board as a result of inclement or severe weather.
- Your cancellation is due to official union action from a recognized teachers’ federation, principal and supervisory officer group, or other member organization.
- You rebook your visit to another date in the current school year.
If none of the above are applicable to your cancellation, THEMUSEUM will apply its cancellation fee totaling 50% of your expected attendance numbers at the rate of your selected program as indicated in your class visit confirmation email.
Pricing
Self-Guided Exploration
Single Guided Education Program
Double Guided Education Programs
Underground Studio MakerSpace Program
MakerSpace Program + Education Program Combo
Themed Education Program
Education Outreach Program
Teachers (With Valid OCT Card)
Virtual French Program
Adult Supervisors (within assigned student ratio)
Additional Adult Supervisors
Frequently Asked Questions
I am an educator for an organization that does not require an O.C.T. or E.C.E. membership. Are our teachers free?
Yes, within a 1:4 ratio with your students, plus an additional two adults. To accommodate private, alternative, and homeschool education groups, THEMUSEUM provides its best free supervisor ratio regardless of student grade range.
Are chaperones and parent volunteers free?
Yes, within an established ratio with your students. All class visits are provided with a free supervisor ratio based on your students’ grade levels that can be found in your official class visit confirmation. Non-faculty chaperones exceeding your free supervisor ratio will be added to your final invoice at $10.00/adult.
Can additional volunteers pay for themselves at the gate?
No. To ensure the safety of visiting students, all parent volunteers must arrive with their school group and their cost included in the final invoice. We encourage additional parent volunteers to pay the $10.00 Additional Supervisor fee directly to the school in order to pay for themselves.
I am arriving with fewer students than expected. Will I be charged for students who are absent?
No. Upon arrival at THEMUSEUM, a member of our team will confirm your attendance numbers on the day of your visit and your invoice will reflect your actual attendance to a minimum of 50% of your expected attendance as noted in your confirmation email.
Can my students participate in THEMUSEUM's public programs and shows during our visit, such as the StarLab and Creation Station?
No. Due to limited capacity, public programming is reserved for General Admission ticketholders. Private StarLab shows are available as an option while planning your field trip to THEMUSEUM at an additional cost.
I have students who forgot to wear closed-toe shoes. Can they still participate in the makerspace activity?
No. This is an active workspace, and most activities utilize tools and equipment that require closed-toe shoes.
Can I book a class visit over the phone?
No. To allow our team the ability to follow up with requests in the order we receive them, we kindly ask all booking inquiries to be submitted through our online booking form. Submitted requests immediately join a queue allowing us to ensure all inquiries are answered in a timely and organized fashion. Once a member of our team follows up with your request, a phone call can be requested to plan the details of your visit to THEMUSEUM.
Teacher & ECE Memberships
Visit before your class arrives with our FREE Teacher & ECE Memberships! Teacher & ECE members receive free admission when visiting THEMUSEUM. In order to register for a teacher membership at THEMUSEUM, your OCT membership must be in good standing.