Click through each of our programs for additional details, curriculum links, and recommended resources to use before, during, and after your visit.
K-12 School Programs
Elementary School | 60-90 minutes
Tuesday-Friday, 10:15 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
All museum-led school programs complement the BC curriculum and offer students hands-on learning experiences with museum specimens to increase students’ awareness of biodiversity, evolution, ecology, and conservation. Your group is welcome to stay after the visit or lesson to explore the collections if you have time, please adjust your schedule accordingly.
Secondary School | 60-90 minutes
Tuesday-Friday, 10:15 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Learn about evolution, biodiversity research, extreme adaptations and more. Book a one hour tour or stay longer for an hour and half program with a hands-on activity. Your group is welcome to stay after the visit or lesson to explore the collections if you have time, please adjust your schedule accordingly.
Self-Led Visit | All grades | Flexible length
Tuesday-Friday; 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
Explore our six collections at your own pace with your own focus. You design and lead your own lesson or take advantage of our on-going and featured activities. The duration of your visit is flexible to best suit your needs.
Please make sure you have reviewed our booking information before completing the online booking form.
Educator Resources
Click here for resources that can add an educational element to your museum experience, before, during, or after your visit.
Information for Teachers
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your program time, so you can check in, visit the washrooms, and begin exploring the museum. When your group lesson is over, you don’t have to go home! The museum hosts a wide range of student-friendly activities including scavenger hunts and nature themed crafts. Full-day museum admission is included with your lesson price. For more information, please check our What’s On Today page.
Rates & Times
Museum-Led School Programs & Tours
$7.00 plus tax per child, youth, non-UBC Students and Seniors
$10.00 including tax per Adult
Please note that Earth Experience and Collections Experience prices vary.
Self-Led Visit
$6.00 plus tax per child, youth, non-UBC Students and Seniors
$10.00 including tax per Adult
All museum-led lessons are offered at 10:15 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Your group is welcome to stay after the visit or lesson to explore the collections if you have time, please adjust your schedule accordingly.
Self-led visits are available at 10:30 a.m.. 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
To find out more about booking a school program or self-led school visit visit our booking information page where you will find rates, availability and other information.
- Minimum 15 participant charge per museum-led program, tour, and self-led visit; these fees cover program delivery and staffing costs.
- Children under five years old receiving a museum-led school program or tour will be charged the child rate to cover program delivery and staffing costs.
- One adult (includes teachers and chaperones) free for every 10 students.
- Additional adult guests may join your group for $10.00/person.
Educational programs and experiences are subject to change. The Beaty Biodiversity Museum reserves the right to cancel, change or reschedule a booking due to unforeseen circumstances, such as staffing issues.
FREE General Admission for Teachers!
Show your teacher federation or association ID for complimentary admission for you and one guest. We suggest visiting prior to your field trip to become familiar with our space and specimens.
Teacher Tour
As an educator, how can you help facilitate student learning at the museum? The museum contains a wide variety of specimens and information, which can be catered to learners of all ages. On this unique tour, appropriate for teachers of all grades and ages, you will explore strategies to utilize the museum as part of your teaching plan. Learn about the museum’s collections, programs, activities, resources, and more!
This tour is appropriate for educators looking for a group outing or professional development day.
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