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Free School Programs & Field Trips The Museum has popular school programs available as in-person, digital, or both! Our programs are entertaining and educational for students. Don’t miss these experiences for you and your students! CSRM Interpretive Programs and materials meet California Curriculum and Common Core educational standards. If you are looking for information for adult or private group tours, please . Contact the CSRM Group Desk at or (916) 323-9274 if you have any questions.
Reservations currently open for the 25-26 school year!
Teacher Open House
Thursday, September 4 Join us to learn about educational programs and field trips at multiple Sacramento museums. California Museum California Automobile Museum California State Capitol Museum California State Railroad Museum Crocker Art Museum Effie Yeaw Nature Center Sacramento Children's Museum Sacramento History Museum Sacramento Zoo State Indian Museum Sutter's Fort State Historic Park Wine, snacks, and activities will be provided. RSVP to be entered into a raffle for a free membership to the California State Railroad Museum. (Must be present to win.) RSVP Now!
Already booked a field trip to the Museum? What do you need to know before you go? Check out our teachers' guides for each program:
Self-Guided Field Trip All Grade Levels
The California State Railroad Museum offers students and teachers an unparalleled look at the history of railroads in California and the West. After museum entry check-in and orientation, your group can explore the museum at their own pace! A downloadable Adventure Guide and docents throughout the museum supports the experience. Field trips reserved in advance are free. Reservations & More Information
Horses to Horsepower Building the Transcontinental Railroad
Hop on board to experience what it was like to build the nation’s first Transcontinental Railroad more than 150 years ago. This interactive program takes students through the history of the Transcontinental Railroad. Discover how Transcontinental Railroad reduced travel time, inspired innovation, encouraged western settlement, and enabled California’s agriculture industry to grow. Includes an opportunity to explore the Museum’s exhibits after the program. Designed to meet 4th grade curriculum standards. This free program is available for the 4th & 5th grades only. Reservations & More Information
Westward Bound Traveling on the Transcontinental Railroad
Students explore what it was like to travel westward on the Transcontinental Railroad and how it made the transportation of people and goods easier, safer, and cheaper. Westward travel on the Transcontinental Railroad represented a triumph against time for nineteenth-century travelers. First-class tourists expected a luxurious travel experience, while emigrants wanted safe passage to start their new lives in California. Includes a train ride after the tour. This free program is available for the 4th & 5th grades only. Reservations & More Information
Digital Programs & PORTScast All Grade Levels
Participate in the virtual versions of our popular Horses to Horsepower or Westward Bound programs. These programs can be broadcast in the classroom or on each students’ devices. The Museum also offers a series of live, educational broadcasts through PORTScasts which are aimed at teachers, students, and families. All of our digital programs are free for all! Reservations & More Information
School Train Rides Add-On To Field Trip
For Tuesday and Wednesday school groups in Spring: add an excursion train ride to your field trip! Pulled by one of our historic steam or diesel locomotives, this ride is the perfect hands-on compliment. Due to limited availability, not all schools will be able to take a train ride. More Information
Transportation Subsidies
To ensure the Museum remains accessible to California classrooms, the CSRM Foundation is thrilled to provided transportation subsidies made possible by the generous support of our donors. For schools and teachers interested in our subsidy program, please review the complete list of eligibility parameters and requirements prior to submitting an application. More Information
Teachers' Resources Students can completing the activities in this Adventure Guide as they travel through the Museum. Learn about everything from smokestacks to the Lost Golden Spike! Answers to the questions are found by exploring the Museum and reading exhibit information. Volunteers are happy to help students discover the Museum! Download Los estudiantes pueden completar las actividades de la guía de aventuras mientras viajan por el museo. ¡Aprenda sobre todo, desde chimeneas hasta el pico de oro perdido! Las respuestas a las preguntas se encuentran explorando el museo y leyendo la información de la exposición. ¡Los voluntarios estarán felices de ayudar a los estudiantes a explorar el museo! Descargar Si desea crear un folleto, descargue esta versión en español. Imprima este documento a doble cara y luego dóblelo para crear un folleto para completar la aventura. Watch our Educational Programs on YouTubeTune in to our YouTube channel to check out our latest educational programs. These programs cover a wide variety of topics, designed for K-12 students. View the Playlist Guide: Chinese Railroad Workers ExperienceThis specially designed Teachers’ Guide provide a one-stop resource for teachers based on the Chinese Railroad Workers' Experience exhibit. Guides include: Comprehensive historical background information, bibliographic resource list, and plug-and-play writing, art, oral history, primary resource, and activities connected to the exhibit. Download
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