Educator Open House The Field Museum invites educators of all subjects and grades to join us for a private evening of celebration and learning at our Educator Open House. This year, we proudly announce the participation of the Smithsonian Institution, whose educators will share exciting on-line resources and supporting materials with Chicago. Gather a wealth of information and free materials for your classroom during break-out sessions, hands-on activity stations, guided tours and exhibition visits. Don't miss your opportunity to check out Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters, the DNA Discovery Center, the Crown Family PlayLab, and learn what's new for the 2008-2009 school year! Friday, October 3, 2008 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Pre-registration required by September 19, 2008. Call 312.665.7500 to register Parking will be available at Soldier Field garage, $15 cash upon entry. Visit soldierfieldparking.com for current rates and restrictions. Teacher Professional Development Programs are sponsored by JPMorgan Chase Foundation. The Smithsonian Institution’s participation in this event has been made possible by the Donnelley Foundation. Field trip and student class registration is now online! Register for programs at the museum or register for programs at your school or organization. Note that walk-up groups are no longer admitted. All groups must pre-register at least two weeks in advance of their field trip date. Planning Your Field Trip Research and plan all aspects of your field trip here. Download the registration form, learn about admission costs and payment options, and print out a checklist for your trip. Field Trip Programs for Students Find out about exhibitions, tours, and special programs going on during your visit. Outreach Programs For Students Bring The Field Museum into your classroom! Find out more about dynamic programs available to engage your students in a unique learning experience at your school. Teacher Resources Delve deeper into a variety of topics relating to nature and culture. These workshops and other programs let you discover exciting Museum resources, collaborate with other educators and get lots of ideas for your classroom. CPDUs, graduate credit and lane credit may be available. On-line Learning Examine the Museum’s treasures, connect directly to scientists and have fun learning through interactive websites. Harris Educational Loan Center Explore this extraordinary resource for yourself. Now you can use our website to register, search for, and reserve materials, available to informal and formal educators, and now families! Teacher Professional Development Programs are sponsored by: