Planning Your Field TripWe ask that all school groups e-mail to make a reservation. Even if you are you planning on doing a self-guided visit to Whitman Mission, we ask that you still contact us for a reservation as there is limited bus parking. May and early June are the busiest months for field trips, but we have field trips all throughout the year. With around 5,000 students visiting each year, the calendar can fill up quickly so we encourage you to contact us early for a reservation for spring. We try to respond to reservation requests within 48 hours, if you have not received a reply, please check your spam folder as our emails may have been placed there. Information to Have Ready to Make a ReservationWhen you contact us to reserve a field trip, we will ask for the following information:
Reservations are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis by calling 509-522-6360 ext. 2055 or sending an e-mail to e-mail us. If you e-mail, please check your spam folder as sometimes teachers have found our replies are sent to spam. AccessibilityThe visitor center, museum, and restrooms are wheelchair accessible. There are curb cutouts in the entry drive in front of the visitor center. The museum and theater are located on one floor. The park film is open captioned and large print resources are available. A wheelchair is also available for public use.
Tips for a Successful Field TripWe have a few suggestions to help make a field trip successful:
We always plan to have schools arrive on time as set up in the reservation, but we know that unplanned changes or issues can arise. If you know ahead of your visit that you need to change times, please let us know as soon as you can and we will work with you to adjust the schedule. Schools that arrive late may be subject to changes in the planned schedule. Protecting the National Historic SiteIn order to have a fun and exciting experience, a firm framework of rules should be discussed in advance. The discussion should include the following points:
Additional Reminders
Chaperone Guidelines to Share with ParentsWe need the participation and cooperation of each chaperone to make the trip a success. Remind chaperones that they are an important partner in our program. We will be asking that each chaperone:
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Last updated: September 17, 2024