Field Trip Directory

Sharing a list of popular places for area kids to take field trips! If we’re missing a favorite, email to springfieldmoms.org@gmail.com

Abraham Presidential Library & Museum: alplm.org

Adams Wildlife Sanctuary 2315 Clear Lake Springfield, IL 62703 217-544-5781 30-acre urban sanctuary featuring prairie restoration and nature trails under direction of the Illinois Audubon Society. illinoisaudubon.org

Amtrak Train Station 3rd and Washington Street Springfield, IL 62701 800-872-7245 Take to the train from Springfield to Lincoln for a brief tour. amtrak.com

Barnes and Noble Bookstore 3111 S. Veterans Pkwy Springfield, IL 62704 217-546-9440 barnesandnoble.com  The kids section has a lot to offer!

Children’s Discovery Museum Explore Today! 101 E. Beaufort, Downtown Normal IL 309-433-3444 childrensdiscoverymuseum.net  This is a quick drive (50-60 minutes) from the Springfield area, and an outstanding museum for kids of all ages. It makes a great field trip or end of year party option for your preschool or elementary school.

Clayville Historical Site, east of Pleasant Plains. Historic fun clayville.org/

Decatur Area Arts Council Madden Arts Center Take a tour of the Gallery art exhibit and do an experimental art workshop related to the exhibit. For grades K-8. 125 N. Water, Decatur  217-423-3189 www.decaturarts.org/special-events-trips

Fire Station Trip Contact the fire station closest to your school regardless of where you live. Springfield schools, contact 217-789-2259; they also have a rotating exhibit the Fire Safety Village.

Henson Robinson Zoo Lake Springfield, Springfield, IL 62712 217-753-6217   Visit the zoo animals and all other activities throughout the year. Contact the Education Department at the Springfield Park District.

Illinois State Museum Spring & Edwards St. Springfield, IL 62704 217-782-7386  http://www.museum.state.il.us/ The Illinois State Museum has a lot to offer children each month, themes change year-round! Call for information regarding trips.

Kidzeum Three floors of fun, educational, multi-sensory experiences to explore! The exhibits are all hands-on and interactive to engage the minds, muscles and imaginations. For more information, email info@kidzeum.org or call 217-971-4435. kidzeum.org

Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center 2301 East Lake Drive Springfield, IL 62712 217-529-1111 lincolnmemorialgarden.org  Exhibits plants native to Illinois along 6 miles of trails.

Nelson Center 1601 N. 5th Street Springfield, IL 62703 217-753-2800 www.springfieldparks.org  Ice skating for all ages. They have helpful carts for the toddlers to push on the ice so they can get a good first feel for the ice. Rent the skates onsite.

Riverside Stables 2310 Chinchilla Lane Springfield, IL 62702 217-522-7702  www.riversidestable.com  Riverside Stables offers field trips that include a horse ride, a tour of the barn, a visit with farm animals, a hay rack ride and something to take home.

Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon W. Fayette & Chatham Rd. Springfield, IL 62704 217-753-6219 www.carillon-rees.org  Fourth largest bell tower in the world.

United States Postal Office 2105 E. Cook St. Springfield, IL 62702 217-788-7225 www.usps.com Come and see the works of the mail being processed.

Washington Park Botanical Gardens 1400 Williams Blvd Springfield, IL 62704 Bring your group for a tour of the Garden. Learn more about the Botanical Gardens all while enjoying the beautiful views. Please call ahead to schedule your group tour today at 217-546-4116. For all ages; offered 9 am – 3 pm weekdays. Free. www.springfieldparks.org

WICS NewsChannel 20 ABC Affiliate 2680 E. Cook Springfield, IL 62703 217-753-5656 www.wics.com Come visit the Channel 20 or invite one of their staff to visit your classroom.