$6 per person (students, chaperones, and extra adults). Timed entry is enforced.

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This immersive exhibition invites visitors to discover how bugs’ extraordinary adaptations inspire cutting-edge human innovation. At Bug Lab, visitors will be able to discover how humans are applying the genius of bugs to solve some of the world’s toughest problems. Enjoy immersive bug chambers, interactive stations, and hands-on labs.

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Films are $6 per student and $6 per teacher/chaperone. Current and upcoming films listed below.

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NOW SHOWING

BUTTERFLY JOURNEY

Showing through September 1
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 30 minutes

A story of adaptation and survival, we follow the vast migrations of the Blue Tigers of Australia and the Monarchs of North America and Mexico.

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OCEAN PARADISE

Showing through September 1
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 40 minutes

Dive into the untouched wonders of the Pacific and explore some of the most remote islands on Earth.

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SHARK KINGDOM

Showing through September 1
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 30 minutes

Join shark heroes Jess Cramp, Liv Rose and Cristina Zenato on an epic family adventure into the fascinating kingdom of sharks, where we’ll come face to face with these magnificent creatures and learn how our future is intertwined with theirs.

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COMING SOON

FUNGI: THE WEB OF LIFE

Showing August 1-September 1
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 45 minutes

From the ancient Tasmanian Tarkine Rainforest to the mystical wilds of China’s Yunnan Province, come search for solutions to some of our planet’s biggest challenges.

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T. REX

Showing August 1-September 1
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 25 minutes

Explore the life and times of the Greatest Of All Tyrants – the GOAT!

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CITIES OF THE FUTURE

Showing September 1-May 31
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 30 minutes

Step into the future and discover the exciting innovations engineers are working on right now to help meet the challenges of a changing world.

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ANIMAL KINGDOM:  A TALE OF SIX FAMILIES

Showing September 1-May 31
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 30 minutes

A fun and educational journey, the film introduces junior and family audiences to animals from all over the world and explores how we can help protect them.

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SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER

Showing September 1-May 31
Grades PK3-12

Runtime – 35 minutes

An entire generation came of age with the indescribable awe of landing on the Moon — and the ensuing Golden Age of Space has changed our world forever for the better. More than 50 years later, what is the next step for humankind?

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Lab-based programs are museum educator led and contain TEKS-aligned activities, support curriculum goals, and pair well with traveling exhibitions, films, and our permanent exhibit halls.

Interactive auditorium experiences for large groups.

• Grades K-8
• $7 per student, free for chaperones, and $7 per extra adult
• Available show times: 10:15am, 11am, 11:45am, 12:30pm
• All shows are 30 minutes
• Available capacity up to 175
• Available through December 19, 2025

Program options listed below.

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SUITING UP FOR SPACE

Pack your bags — we’re going to Mars! Students will discover how the different sciences come together to design modern-day spacesuits. This question- and exploration driven program will investigate survival in space, focusing on temperature, pressure, oxygen, and mobility.

Available Thursdays and Fridays

THE POWER OF LIGHT

Lights, colors, refraction! This show shines a spotlight on the power of light. Students will explore what light is, how it behaves, and how we perceive it.

Available Mondays

THERMAL REACTIONS

This explosive show presents matter and energy in a unique way. Students will see firsthand how matter changes when we add and remove extreme amounts of heat. The program covers states of matter, basic behavior of atoms and molecules, physical and chemical changes of matter, and more!

Available Wednesdays

• Please fill out a field trip request form at least 30 days in advance of your desired visit date to be considered for a reservation.
• Full payment is due 30 days before your visit.
• Review Museum Expectations
• Pre-ordered box lunches, prepared by Wolfgang Puck Catering, are also available for purchase. Orders must be placed 72 hours prior to your visit. Click here for more information.

Parking

• Bus Parking
• Vehicles other than buses must have official markings of the school to park in the Bus Parking Lot. Vehicles with official school markings will park in the Bus Parking Lot. All other vehicles, including those of chaperones, can park under Woodall Rodgers Freeway. Parking is $15 and can be purchased at the Box Office or upon exiting the lot (credit card payments only). Click here for additional parking information.

Check in

• Group Lead — Please know the number of students and teachers/chaperones present in your group. Do not include any extra chaperones/adults who will be paying separately. This information will be required in order to complete your check in and begin your visit.
• Please follow the signs on the ramp to the Plaza and front entrance. Once there, please head to the School Group Check-in Tent.
• Extra children and/or adults may be added to your reservation at the Box Office.  All tickets are subject to availability.
• Once checked in, the Museum is self-guided for you to enjoy at your own pace. As a reminder, students must be accompanied by a chaperone at all times. One chaperone is required for every 7 students. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask a team member.
• If you’re scheduled for timed activities, please assemble at the program, theater, or exhibit check-in area at least 10 minutes before your activity begins. There is no late seating, nor are refunds issued for missed programs, films, or exhibits. If scheduled for multiple timed activities, we suggest preparing the first group as soon as possible to ensure groups arrive promptly.

How do I make a reservation? Please submit a field trip request or email our Reservation team for additional assistance.

Can we reschedule our visit date or program schedule? All schedule and attendance changes must be made no later than three weeks before your visit. If you need to reschedule or cancel your reservation, you must contact the Reservations Department at reserve@perotmuseum.org at least three weeks before your scheduled visit in order for your payment to be applied to a new visit date.

Can we get a refund for fewer students than originally planned? No, we do not issue refunds.

Will someone be meeting us and guiding us through the Museum? The Museum is self-guided for you to enjoy at your own pace. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to ask a team member.

Where will our group have lunch? All lunches must stay on the buses until you’re ready to eat. Groups will eat outside on the Plaza and green space at the entrance of the Museum. We suggest staggering lunch times to ensure there is plenty of room for students to sit. In case of inclement weather, we will inform you of an alternate plan when you arrive.

Are backpacks allowed? Yes, however we recommend students leave backpacks on the bus.

My students are in high school, do they need to stay with their chaperones YES! One adult chaperone, 21 years or older, is required for every 7 students.