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History & CultureTuscaloosa, ALUnited StatesOfficial pages checked
Alabama Museum of Natural History
Tuscaloosa-area school trip with a compact natural-history museum, clear group pricing, sensory supports, and an optional lab add-on.
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Best forStrong for K-8 fossils, Alabama geology, natural history, biodiversity, museum collections, observation, and evidence-based science discussion.
BookingEmail Kristin Harrell at kristin.harrell@ua.edu for group tour details; Discovery Lab reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance.
CostOfficial group pricing lists guided tours for 10 or more at $4 per student and $6 per adult, while self-guided visits use regular admission pricing.
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Price estimatePublished rate available: $4.Open prices
Booking windowEmail Kristin Harrell at kristin.harrell@ua.edu for group tour details; Discovery Lab reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance.Open field tripsOfficial site
Group rulesGuided tours are listed for groups of 10 or more; Discovery Lab is limited to 21 students.Open groups
Lunch / arrivalPlan lunch outside the museum through campus, bus, or nearby public-space logistics; do not assume indoor lunch storage or eating space.
AccessibilityThe museum lists a Sensory Sea low-light quiet space and KultureCity sensory bags with fidget tools, headphones, strobe-cancelling glasses, and other.
Weather fitGood choice for rainy days.
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Official hours are Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.