Culture & Heritage Museums Field Trips
The Culture & Heritage Museums is a linked system of cultural institutions in York County, SC, that currently includes Historic Brattonsville, McCelvey Center, Museum of York County and an environmental history museum being developed on the Catawba River. The McCelvey Center houses the York County Historical Center and the Southern Revolutionary War Institute.
Each of these institutions offer field trips designed to promote the cultural, historical and natural heritage of York County. Make the most of your field trip with these useful tips and guidelines.
Museum Trip Ideas by Grade Level
Pre-K to 2nd Grade:
More than 20 different programs will help young children learn the basic properties of the Solar System, visit the animals on our historic farm and more. < learn more>
3rd to 5th Grade:
Visit Historic Brattonsville, the Museum of York County or McCelvey Center’s Arts in Education performances. < learn more>
6th to 8th Grade:
From the Civil War Experience to learning about animal adaptations, our sites offer a range of learning opportunities for middle schoolers. < learn more>
High School Students
Enjoy the Museum of York County’s Guided Highlights Tour, Skywatch planetarium program and traveling back in time at Historic Brattonsville. < learn more>
Homeschool Events:
From Fall Harvest at Historic Brattonsville to discovering our natural world at the Museum of York County, the CHM offers special programs just for homeschool families. <
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The Museums at your School
Traveling Trunks
Museum collections travel to York County classrooms and enrich the school curriculum for all ages with Museum Education objects.
Click here to learn more or reserve a Traveling Trunk for your classroom!
Outreach Classes
Can’t visit the museum? A Culture & Heritage Museums educator can come to your classroom with all supplies and materials. Participate in the same experience without stepping out of your classroom.
Before you call or schedule your event online
Be prepared to give your:
- requested date, time and program(s) with at least one alternative in mind
- school or organization name
- mailing address
- telephone number
- group leader’s name
- number of students and classes in the group
- grade level of students
- number of adults/chaperons
- special needs
- email addresses of all attending teachers
