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Hey, Homeschoolers!
Visit NHM on a day just for you!
With four Homeschool Days a year, you can have free admission to do all the great things NHM has to offer without sharing the Museum with traditional school groups. Click below to see more information about each day!
Upcoming Homeschool Days:
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Exploding from a world once dominated by dinosaurs, mammals have taken the world by storm - becoming one of the most iconic critters on teh globe. This Homeschool Day, explore what it means to be a mammal, and how we have come to be such a dynamic forlce.
Coming? Download Homeschool Day Information to know where to park and check-in for the day!
Past Homeschool Days
These Homeschool Days are over for the year, but don't worry - bugs, fossils, plants and more will be back next year!
Bugs & Botany - Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Fossil Fanatics - Thursday, January 10, 2013
Astounding Adaptations - Monday, April 15, 2013
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Qualifies?
Any student recieving academic instruction at home for grades PreK (2 years old) through Grade 12, and their educators, is welcome to attend. You do not need to bring proof of homeschooling.
Do I need to pre-register?
Nope! Just show up and check in with an NHM representative. Be sure to let them know you are here for Homeschool Day!
How do I sign up for programming?
If tickets are necessary for any special exhibits or programs you would like to attend, check in with a School Programs representative at the South Entrance of the Museum. Free tickets are limited and first-come first serve, so come early to guarantee a spot!
How much does it cost?
General Admission to the Musuem is free the whole day, however, there is a fee for parking and if we run out of free tickets you may opt to pay to attend special exhibits and programming.
What if I can't make it to Homeschool Day?
Everyone recieves free General Admission on Free Tuesdays!
Please note: admisson fees for special exhibits may still apply.
If you belong to a Homeschool network or association, you may also want to get a group together and book through our Group Sales department for a discounted rate.
Did You Know?
Homeschool Days also happen at the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits!