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     We cordially invite schools, churches, clubs, scouts and other organizations to discover the fun and excitement of hands-on learning. The museum offers over 70 exhibits designed for interactive learning in an informal, fun atmosphere. Exciting exhibits relate to science, math, natural resources and the arts and encourage role-playing, curiosity and socialization.

     Field trips can be scheduled Tuesday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Visitors should allow at least one and one-half to two hours to enjoy the museum.

     Preregistration should be made at least one week in advance to receive the special group rate of $4/person for groups larger than eight. The museum requires one adult supervising every five children.

Focus Field Trips

     Focus field trips include a trip to the museum and one or more workshops. Four workshops are currently available consisting of lecture, discussion and hands-on activities. Each presentation is limited to 12-24 students; however, larger groups can be accommodated on a rotating schedule.

Workshops include:

  • Simple Machine: Levers (3rd-12th grades) - 30 minutes. The first tool invented was the lever. Students will explore the mechanical advantage gained through the use of a lever.
  • Simple Machines: Wheels (3rd-12th grades) - 30 minutes. Through interactive demonstrations, students will be exposed to concepts of wheel and axle. A hands-on investigation with pulleys will help them understand such principles as mechanical advantage and work.
  • Simple Machine: Pulley's (3rd-12th grades) - 30 minutes. This hands on activity will teach student about the mechanical advantage gained from the use of a pulley.
  • Simple Machines: Gears (3rd grade and up) - 45 minutes. This hands-on activity will explore gears and learn about gear ratios.

Further questions or requests for information may be directed to the museum at 573-276-3600.

 
 

Bootheel Youth Museum
700A N. Douglas
P.O. Box 182
Malden, MO 63863
573.276.3600

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