Homeschool Day
Soil Alive!
October 23, 2025
9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Homeschool Day is your chance to experience a field trip at the High Desert Museum.
For just $10 a child, you can participate in an interactive and interdisciplinary day exploring ideas about soil, including soil art, cultural connections to soil and meeting an animal that depends on soil. Explore our new family-friendly exhibit, Soil Alive!, that takes visitors on a subterranean journey to the different types of organisms that live beneath our feet. Dive underground with the Museum to explore the hidden world of soil.
This unique opportunity is especially created for homeschool students ages 3-12, although whole groups and families are welcome. Bring your own sack lunch to enjoy! Adult supervision is required throughout the day.
Registration is required. Space is limited.
Check back soon for registration information!
The exhibition Soil Alive! opens October 18, 2025. Dive underground with the High Desert Museum to explore the hidden world of soil. Illustration by Beth Freeman.
FAQ
What does the pricing look like?
To participate in a class or the special activities the cost is $10 per student, $12 per adult, teacher, or chaperone. If you are not participating in the activities and would like to visit the museum the cost is $7 per student, $12 per adult, teacher, or chaperone.
Do I need to register?
Yes, in order to receive the discounted admission, or participate in the class, you need to pre-register for Homeschool Day.
Where can we eat lunch?
You can purchase lunch in the café, or you may choose to bring your own lunch and eat only in the following areas: Classroom B, The meadow, or picnic tables in front of museum.
Can I use my membership to receive a discount this day?
Individual or family memberships allow you access to the museum, but in order to participate in the class or Homeschool Day activities you will need to purchase a ticket for this special event.
Do I need to arrive with my entire homeschool group?
No, groups can arrive separately.
