HOME SCHOOL PROGRAMS

   The Schenectady Museum & Suits-Bueche Planetarium has exciting classes available for families looking to supplement their at-home science curriculum. Using our exhibits and hands-on activities, you'll explore physics, astronomy, chemistry and more.

   We appreciate the challenges parents face teaching science in the home. Please consider the Schenectady Museum as your resource for bridging the gap between science curricula and student comprehension. Our classes are tailored for a variety of ages, and provide educational programming, hands-on experiments, and time to socialize with other young scientists. Best of all, you avoid the risk of explosions in your home!

SCIENCE EXPLORATIONS AND PLANETARIUM PROGRAMS

   All school programs and planetarium shows are available for home-school families. Click here for a copy of our 2010-2011 school brochure to see offerings and prices per program. Please note that our minimum group rate is $80.00.

HOME SCHOOL DAYS

   Would you like to bring your family to a planetarium shop and enjoy the opportunity to take part in our FETCH! Lab? We have a special program for you.

   Please see the dates below, when a special planetarium show for home school families will be offered. Home School Days provides you with great science programming, and time to socialize with other young home-schooled scientists.

   All programs are held on Thursdays, and start at 1:00pm.

Program Date Planetarium Show Registration Deadline
October 7, 2010 Cowboy Astronomer, planetarium September 23, 2010
November 4, 2010 Energy Science, class October 21, 2010
December 2, 2010 'Tis the Season, planetarium November 18, 2010
January 6, 2011 Nano World, class December 23, 2010
February 3, 2011 Just Imagine, planetarium January 20, 2011
March 3, 2011 Fun With Physics February 17, 2011

$6.00 per person / $5 per member. Please register at least 2 weeks in advance. Program may be cancelled due to low enrollment.

RESERVATIONS

   Our programs require reservations. To schedule your visit, please call 518.382.7890 x 224. or e-mail Programs@SchenectadyMuseum.org. Reservations are not firm until you receive written confirmation. Program Charges vary depending on program selection.

* One adult must be on premises during all programs.
* Let us know if you would like to visit the Museum Shop, which has a wide selection of items, many priced under $1.
* Let us know if you wish to eat lunch in our outdoor area. At times, we are also able to accommodate groups for lunch inside the Museum. There is also a variety of restaurants within a few miles of the Museum.
* Our programs are accessible to people of varying abilities. When you call to make your reservation, please let us know if your group needs special assistance