Group Visits and Field Trips
Inspire discovery and hands-on learning with an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re planning a school field trip, homeschool adventure, scout outing, or youth group visit, your students will engage with dynamic exhibits designed to spark curiosity. Book your field trip today and watch your group discover, experiment, and explore!
I am a Science Olympiad coach and we brought our 7th and 8th grade students here. It was an amazing stop! Each one of the 14 students showed me a different interactive exhibit that they thought was AWESOME! — Megan Ricks
Planning Your Group Visit
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- Length: A gallery field trip or group visit is 2 hours in length.
- Hours: Gallery hours for field trips are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 10 am to 5 pm (CDT).
- Size: Groups of 10 or more are eligible for group rates.
- Cost: $7 per person. Teacher and paraprofessional(s) for a school group are admitted free with current school/district ID or letter of intent to homeschool.
- Deadline: Using the form below, submit a request at least 14 days in advance to qualify for the group rate.
Applying Memberships
Memberships apply to group visits for household members only. Family Plus benefits of 6 additional guests do not apply to group visits.
The following information must be listed in the form provided in our confirmation email and provided at least one week in advance:
- Name of organization and date of visit
- Cardholder’s first and last name
- Child/children name(s)
- Member number, located under the QR code (ex. GTS-00000)
Add-on Workshops
Hands-on STEM Workshops include a 30-45 minute activity in addition to gallery time. Check out the workshop choices:
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- Subject to availability; minimum of 10 participants required
- Cost: $5.00 per participant (member discounts not applicable)
Add-on Lunch Space
Space for a group lunch is $25, based on availability.
Adult/Child Ratios
NDGTS staff does not provide direct supervision. To ensure each student gets the best hands-on experience, please follow the recommended guidelines for supervision ratios:
- Grades preK-2: one adult per four children.
- Grades 3-5: one adult per six children.
Payment and Arrival
- Admissions: A group leader must come to the admissions desk to pay before the group is allowed into the gallery.
- Invoices: If your group requires an invoice for payment, please make sure to note that in your request so arrangements are made in advance.
- Acceptable forms of payment: cash, credit card, and checks for the exact amount (please collect prior to visit).
Expectations
Review, share, and follow all Group & Field Trip Expectations to ensure a safe, fun, and educational experience for everyone.
Changes and Cancellations
- If your group size changes (±5 people) after you make your reservation, please notify us by 3 pm the day before your visit with current numbers.
- Any other changes or updates to your group visit reservation, please contact us before your visit. Please email groupvisits@gscience.org or call 701-258-1975.
- If a cancellation becomes necessary, please notify North Dakota’s Gateway to Science as soon as possible. We will work with you to reschedule the group visit.
- There is a $25 charge for group visits canceled less than 24 hours in advance.
| Item | Price/Details |
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| Group Admission | $7/person |
| Teachers/Paras | Free with valid ID |
| Membership | Applicable to admission (Plus benefits do not apply) |
| Add-on Workshop | $5/participant |
| Add-on Lunch Space | $25 |
| Cancellation Fee | $25 < 24 hours |
Questions?
Email groupvisits@gscience.org or call us at 701-258-1975.
Field Trip Request
Please complete the form below to request your group visit. Your request will be handled on a first come, first served basis. A North Dakota's Gateway to Science staff member will contact you to confirm details for your requested party. YOUR VISIT IS SCHEDULED WHEN YOU RECEIVE OUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL.
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