The Early Adventures Program

In the Early Adventures Program, preschoolers are encouraged to use their natural curiosity to investigate the world around them. Experienced science educators work with Museum scientists and specialists to create age-appropriate learning experiences that reflect the Museum's research and collections, including zoology, Earth and planetary sciences, anthropology, and paleontology.  

The Early Adventures Program's classrooms provide stimulating environments, with artifacts and specimens from the Museum's Education collection, live animal habitats, a children's science library, scientific tools, and educational materials for first-hand investigation. New state-of-the-art classrooms allow for in-depth studies and guided expeditions to destinations in the Museum such as the Hall of Biodiversity, the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life, and other galleries and exhibits

Children and Adults Learn Together

Designed for preschoolers, the Early Adventures Program classes meet once a week throughout the school year.  

Parents, grandparents or caregivers attend class with their children, a core principle of the program based on research that shows young children attain deeper levels of understanding and richer connections to their learning when significant adults are present. 

Applying to the Early Adventures Program

To apply, children must be at least 2 years old by October 1, 2025, and not entering kindergarten in the fall of 2025. Class placement is on a first-come, first-served basis. If accepted, we will contact you via email to complete enrollment and payment. The application will be available on this page starting Monday May 12, 2025 at 10 am. 

Class Price: $3,900

Class Times:

Refunds and Cancellations 

If your child is unable to participate in the Program after registering, please notify us in writing via email at [email protected] by Tuesday, July 15th, 2025. 

Please note that tuition payments are non-refundable after Tuesday, July 15th, 2025.  After that date, tuition will be applied towards The Early Adventures Program's financial aid fund. 

For any questions about the Early Adventures Program, feel free to contact us at [email protected]. 

For Children in Grades K-5

The Science and Nature Program offers classes during the school year for children in grades K-5. 

Health and Safety During Onsite Programs

The health and safety of our participants and staff is the top priority. You’ll notice some important changes to the Museum, our classrooms, and health and safety measures. For more information, please visit the Health and Safety page.