
Availability: May-October: Monday through Friday times based on availability of classroom space Program Length: 60 minutes Reservation Requirements: Minimum of 10 students and registration two weeks in advance is required. Scientists will use all of their senses to investigate common fruits, vegetables, and spices and discover which parts of the plant they come from. Scientists will record their observations about plant parts and their functions in their field journals. Students will ask questions about works of art and discover how artists create meaning in their sculptures.ĭescription: In this program, students become scientists as they explore and identify the variety of plants that grow in and around Michigan’s Farm Garden.
Students will look closely and compare the adaptations and features of plants from around the world. Reservation Requirements: Minimum of 10 students and registration two weeks in advance is required.Ĭapacity: Up to 40 students per session (multiple sessions may be scheduled for larger groups)Ĭost: Additional $1.00 per student per session with Reduced Group Admission Students will learn how Meijer Gardens uniquely combines sculpture and horticulture while looking closely, thinking deeply, and asking questions about some of our most interesting sculptures and plants.Īvailability: Available year-round except during Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are Blooming and University of Michigan Health-West Christmas & Holiday Traditions. The transportation scholarship helps defray bus costs, while the admissions scholarship reduces the entrance fee.ĭownload the scholarship application and email completed applications to: see our field trip policies for further details.ĭiscover fascinating plants from around the world and explore works of art on this 45-minute tour of our indoor sculptures and conservatories. Two scholarships are available for eligible applicants. Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Scholarships are awarded to Title I schools in which 40% or more of students meet the federal guidelines and qualifications for additional supportive services. Scholarship funds and transportation assistance are available to groups with a confirmed field trip. PLEASE NOTE: Teachers may be granted only one Meijer Gardens scholarship award per fiscal year, October 1–September 30. To a pricing ratio of chaperones to children.
*Chaperone admission is charged according If children are Preschool-Kindergarten: 1 chaperone for every 4 children is $5.50 If arriving by cars: 1 chaperone for every 4 children is $5.50
If arriving by bus: 1 chaperone for every 6 children is $5.50 Other Children's Groups: 1 group leader is free Schools: 1 teacher per classroom is free additional teachers are $5.50 +$3 per child for Kids' Tram programs (10 child minimum)
+$20 ($2 per child for 10-child minimum) for guided programs Child Admission and Experience Costs Number Of Children