Fees

$2 per student.
One teacher will be admitted free with each class. Other teachers and adults pay $4 each.

(Optional) Handcar rides: $1.00 per student with a minimum of $15. Grades PK-1 must provide 1 parent chaperon per 5 students if class plans to ride hand cars as part of a field trip.

Reservations

To schedule a school program, please contact the Education Coordinator at 254-298-5170 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Please call early in the school year with the following information to assure your preferred date:

• School name, phone number, mailing address and contact person
• Grade level, number of classes and number of students
• Alternate dates and times in case of scheduling conflicts

Drop Off and Pick Up

Arrive 15 minues early for unloading and group greeting and directions.

Unfortunately, due to our tight programming schedule, late arrivals will lose part of their program time.

Lunch

The museum does not have dining facilities. In case of inclement weather or extreme temperatures, please make arrangements for lunch off site. Located next to the museum is the Whistle Stop Park, operated by the City of Temple. Whistle Stop Park has playground equipment, tables, bathroom facilities, and is a beautiful location for picnics and gatherings. Reservations for the park are made by calling 254.298.5690

Links for Teachers

• Operation Life-Saver
• Amtrak
• The Iron Road