The Museum hosts nearly 1 million guests each year to its exhibits, films, planetarium shows, classes and special events.
OMNI THEATER IMAX DOME
The Biggest IMAX® Dome in the Southwest
Treat your group to a romp through the animal kingdom, under the ocean, or over towering cliffs for a movie experience they won’t soon forget. It’s the biggest and best giant-screen theater in the Southwest!
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Under the Sea
Available Sept. 7, 2010 – May 27, 2011
Grades K-12
41 minutes: Life Science
Under the Sea transports you to some of the most exotic locations on Earth bringing you face to face with stunning and mysterious creatures of the sea. imax.com/underthesea
TEKS - K.9, K.10, 1.9, 1.10, 2.9, 2.10, 3.9, 3.10, 4.9, 4.10, 5.9, 5.10, 6.12, 7.10, 7.11, 7.12, 7.13, 7.14, 8.11, Biology: 11,12
Lewis and Clark: Great Journey West
Available Sept. 7, 2010 – May 27, 2011
Grades 3-12
40 minutes: History, Social Studies, Geography, Life Science
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark pushed their Corps of Discovery to the limits of endurance as they traveled from the mouth of the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean and back. imax.com/movie/LewisClarkGreatJourneyWest
Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure
Available Sept. 7 – Nov. 18, 2010 and Jan. 4 – May 27, 2010
Grades K-12
40 minutes: Life Science
Journey to another world where insects rule! Students will be totally engaged with the lush rainforests of Borneo and an amazing praying mantis and caterpillar – the real stars of Bugs!
TEKS - K.9, K.10, 1.5, 1.9, 1.10, 2.9, 2.10, 3.9, 3.10, 4.9, 4.10, 5.9, 5.10, 6.10, 6.12, 7.10, 7.11, 7.13, 8.11, Biology: 11, 12
Forces of Nature
Available Sept. 7, 2010 – Feb. 25, 2011
Grades 3-12
40 minutes: Life, Earth, Physical Science and Technology
Hold your breath, here we go! National Geographic’s Forces of Nature showcases the incredible spectacle of earthquakes, volcanoes and severe storms.
TEKS - 3.3, 3.7, 4.3, 4.7, 5.3, 5.7, 5.8, 6.3, 6.10, 7.3, 7.8, 8.3, 8.9, Earth and Space Science: 3, 11
Mystery of the Nile
Available Oct. 4, 2010 – Jan. 21, 2011
Grade 4-12
45 minutes: Life Science, Earth, History, Geography
For thousands of years, man has been drawn to the Nile. The quest to find its source consumed early explorers. This epic journey has eluded humankind for centuries—until now. http://nilefilm.com/film.htm
Wired to Win
Available Jan. 24 – May 27, 2010
Grades 4-12
40 minutes: Life Science, Technology
Using the Tour de France as a backdrop, Wired to Win studies the various aspects of the human brain and its ability to help us achieve success in the face of what seem to be insurmountable obstacles. wiredtowinthemovie.com
Tornado Alley
Available Spring 2011
Grades 3-12
40 minutes: Life Science
Tornado Alley concentrates on VORTEX-2, the scientific study of tornadoes, the people they attract, and the scientists who study them.
Polar Express
Extended-length presentation
Available Nov. 29 – Dec. 17, 2010
Time: 10:45 a.m.
Price: $6 students/$7 adultsGrades K-12
99 minutes: Literacy
This student and family favorite is back! Join Tom Hanks on this extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, based on Chris Van Allsburg’s beloved book.
FAST FACTS
Omni Field Trips available:
September 7, 2010 – May 27, 2011
To book: Group Services: 817-255-9440
Fee: $4.50 per student
Group Minimum: 15
Group Maximum: 370
Time choices: 10:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m.
Required Chaperones: admitted free | PK-K: 1 adult/6 students | Grades 1-12: 1 adult/10 students
Additional Chaperones: $5
All students must be accompanied by a chaperone at all times.
Call for reservations 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
817-255-9440 or toll-free 1-888-255-9300, ext. 440
