Home School Groups


Object Based LearningHome School Day
March 28, 2012
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Just for home school educators and their students - come explore the Museum this spring and receive the discounted school group rates for Exhibit, IMAX® Theatre, and Texas Spirit Theater admissions.  This spring's Home School Day will focus on the new temporary exhibit Texas Music Roadtrip.  Listen to the sounds of jazz, Rock and Roll, zydeco, tejano, and country rock from across the state.  Make your own instruments and discover more about the history, math, and science behind your favorite songs.  Home school educators make sure to stop by the Resource Table for new activities and lesson plans created just for this event.



Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How much does it cost to go into the exhibits?
Answer: Admission to the Museum exhibits is free to all Homeschoolers, Chaperones, and Teachers, but you still need to get an exhibit admission sticker at the ticketing counter.

Question: How much does it cost to go to the IMAX Theatre?
Answer: Admission to the IMAX Theatre is $4.00 for students, and $5.00 for teachers and chaperones.

Question: How much does it cost to go to The Star of Destiny or Wild Texas Weather programs?
Answer: Tickets to The Star of Destiny and Wild Texas Weather multimedia programs are $3.00 for students and $3.00 for teachers and chaperones. 

Question: Where do I buy tickets for the IMAX Theatre and the Texas Spirit Theater Theater?
Answer: Tickets may be purchased at the ticketing counter, where you may also pick up your exhibit admission stickers. To make reservations for the IMAX Theatre or Texas Spirit Theater, please call 512-936-4649.

Question: Where can we eat lunch?
Answer: Lunch may be purchased in the Story of Texas Cafe. Outside food and drinks are not permitted inside the cafe. If you plan to bring your lunch, you are more than welcome to eat at the covered picnic area across 18th Street at the Stephen F. Austin Building.

Question: How can I sign up for the Star Educator eNewsletter to find out about monthly education and family events?
Answer: You can sign up for the monthly newsletter by clicking here. 

For more information or to make reservations, please call 512-936-4649.



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