GROUPS AND FIELD TRIPS
Groups of 25+
Planning a family reunion or church group outing? If your group consists of 25 people or more, you must book your visit in advance using this Group Visitis Form. Groups with 25 adults or more are $13 per person with an advanced reservation. The self-guided, multi-media experience lasts an average of one and a half hours. Contact our Group Coordinator by filling out the Group Visits Form.
School Field Trips
School field trips must be made through a K-12 school. Student pricing for grades 4-12 is $13. If your group consists of 25 people or more, you must book your visit in advance. BCRI requires that children and students are accompanied by an adult chaperone (includes teachers and parents) at all times. Chaperones should ensure that museum guidelines are followed during your tour to help us keep the BCRI nice for all of our visitors. These will be explained at the beginning of your tour. Grades K-3: 1 chaperone required per every 6 students Grades 4-12: 1 chaperone required per every 8 students Chaperone Discount Discounts for chaperones apply during the school year. For Jefferson County residents, required chaperones are free with additional chaperones at $13. For non-residents of Jefferson County, required chaperones are $13 with additional chaperones at $15. Request to Chaperones Please be responsible for your group. BCRI staff/volunteers rely on you to keep your group together while visiting the museum. Encourage your students to learn. On tours, please invite your students to respond and ask questions. Please Note: Field trips are visits from school groups during the school year, using the dates of the Birmingham City Schools academic calendar. Daycares, summer camps, family reunions, and students that are not touring with a school are subject to the standard admission fee.
Planning Your Group Visit
Cancellations Email the coordinator who assisted with your booking to make any changes or cancellations. Parking Free parking for cars and buses behind our building off of Fifteenth Street North. Payment Payment is due at the time of your tour. Major credit cards, checks from an organization, and cash are accepted. Individuals and small groups may purchase tickets & prepay via our website. To make payment ahead of time by phone, you may dial (205) 328-9696 ext. 206 or 229 on Tuesday-Saturday from 10:00am-3:00pm (CST). If you choose to mail a check, please include a copy of your invoice. Additional Resources Please visit the education section of this website for curriculum guides and lesson plans as downloadable PDF files.
Group Visits Form
If your group consists of 25 people or more, you must book your visit in advance.
Contact Information
Groups Coordinator Email: grouptours@bcri.org Ticket Booth to Pre-pay Phone: 866-328-9696 ext 229