Field Trip Frequently Asked Questions
Middle & High School Tours:
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Holocaust Exhibit and Social Lab Tour 3 hours Students actively explore the dynamics of prejudice and discrimination historically and today. In the Holocaust exhibit, students receive a card that reveals the story of a child whose life was changed by the Holocaust. Promoting critical thinking and youth empowerment, experiences in the Social Lab challenge students to examine themes such as the power of words and images, contemporary human and civil rights and the importance of speaking up. Facilitated reflections support the students as they engage with the exhibits. |
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Anne Tour 1.5 hours The tour will shed light on Anne Frank's family background and reveal little-known details of Anne's childhood. Students will examine artifacts and discover connections between Anne Frank and America. The experience concludes with the period after the arrest of everyone from the Secret Annex. Students will be inspired by the legacy and lessons of her writing and timeless voice. |
Elementary School & Beyond:
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Steps to Tolerance 2.5 hours A unique, interactive, educational Museum experience designed for 5th and 6th grade students. It provides an age-appropriate introduction to Holocaust history and discussion of current issues, including bullying and anti-Semitism. The MOT has developed a 1 hour virtual Steps to Tolerance program, please email groupsales@museumoftolerance.com for more information. |
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Tools for Tolerance® for Teens 6 hours A full-day (9am – 3pm) customized program that educates about the dynamics of hate, anti-Semitism and personal responsibility in historical and contemporary contexts. It empowers students to create respectful and inclusive communities. |
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Virtual Tours and Programs Bring the Museum of Tolerance into your classroom! We offer five LIVE Zoom interactive workshops and presentations. |
Learn more about the exhibits the students will experience. We encourage preparation and discussion prior to the Museum visit. Please visit Teacher Resources to access the Teacher's Guide with standards-aligned lessons and information.
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Other Youth Programs Beyond school field trips, the Museum of Tolerance also offers specialized programs for youths on service learning, online hate and other topics. |
To Schedule your Tour:
Please email groupsales@museumoftolerance.com and speak to our Field Trip and Group Sales Coordinator to arrange for your tour. The Museum offers guided tours for all school field trips and groups of 20 or more. Advance reservations are required. Tickets are sold for specific dates and times, with morning programs beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Student Field Trip Rate:
For groups of twenty students or more the per person rate is $12.00. Please note that specialized programs such as Steps to Tolerance and Tools for Tolerance® for Teens have higher group rates. Grants are available on a limited basis to schools that qualify.
Location:
The Museum of Tolerance is located at 9786 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles 90035.
Security and Bus Information:
All visitors and vehicles to the Museum will be screened. Students with a group do not need individual IDs. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier than your scheduled tour time to proceed through Security.
Download Instructions for Bus Driver PDF
Youth Tours FAQ:
View our frequently asked questions here.
| Cover the Cost of Your Admission: Donors Choose: Teachers can apply for funds to cover the cost for tickets and transportation to the Museum of Tolerance on the Donors Choose website: www.donorschoose.org Los Angeles City Council Charter Bus Program: The City of Los Angeles Charter Bus Program is designed to assist senior, youth and disabled groups in the City of Los Angeles with free or subsidized charter bus services to attend educational, recreational or cultural events in the region. Visit their website to get started: https://www.lacitycharterbus.com/ |
