School Field Trips & Programs

In this Ship-based guided program, students will learn about the ways North Carolinians, and those onboard USS North Carolina, served in WWII, and how their actions affected other events and communities.  They will explore several unique stories of those who served on the home front, the Battleship, in different military branches, as well as those who never made it home.  Students will analyze primary sources, examine artifacts, and envision conditions onboard the ship as they wind through several compartments above, below, and on the main deck.  This program aligns with several social studies standards.

• $3 (K - 5th)
• $6 (6th - 12th)
• Includes pre & post visit materials

Grades: Versions available for grades 3rd - 5th and 6th - 12th

Time: 50 minutes for 3rd - 5th, 1.25 hours for 6th - 12th 

Distance: .25 miles

Group Size: Up to 80 students (Divided into smaller groups)

Weather: This program will run rain or shine

A minimum of 20 students is required to reserve this program.  This program may be cancelled if the minimum requirement is not met. 

On this mostly outdoors guided program, students will learn about the ever-changing environment of Eagles Island in the Cape Fear River (where the Battleship is located) as well as the human role & connections with the historical & modern changes.  Through hands on activities & interpretation, students will engage their senses & critical thinking as they model island formation, identify birds & other species, examine maps & primary sources, and form observations and predictions.  This program aligns with science & social studies curriculum standards.  Stops include the ship's bow, Wardroom, the SECU Walkway and Battleship Park. 

• $3 (K - 5th)
• $6 (6th - 12th)
• Includes pre & post visit materials

Grades: Versions available for grades 3rd - 5th and 6th - 12th

Time: 1.25 hours for 3rd - 5th & 1.5 hours for 6th - 12th

Group Size: Up to 100 students (Divided into smaller groups)

Weather: This program will run rain or shine

A minimum of 20 students is required to reserve this program.  This program may be cancelled if the minimum requirement is not met. 

Bring your students to the Battleship North Carolina!  The Ship is a memory-making machine that is full of stories and facts for your students to discover.  They can explore nine-decks of wonder, finding adventure on each one--from the engine room to the bridge.  Every artifact has a story for your students to become immersed in!

Self-Guided Tours are always available on Monday & Friday. 

We require that school groups bring 1 chaperone per 10 students.  Teachers & bus drivers are free.  Chaperones are encouraged to get their tickets in advance.  Any chaperone who has not prepaid in advance will be charged a regular adult admission ticket.

Thank you for being a chaperone for your child's field trip to the Battleship North Carolina!  Whether they are here for an educational program or a self-guided tour, chaperones really do make a difference in the overall experience.  

The duties and responsibilities of a chaperone are vital to the success of any trip. As a chaperone, your primary responsibility is to help the Battleship staff & the schoolteachers ensure the safety of all the students.

Purchase your chaperones ticket now.  Chaperones who do not prepay will be charged the regular adult rate upon arrival.

Bring your students to the Battleship North Carolina!  The Ship is a memory-making machine that is full of stories and facts for your students to discover.  They can explore nine-decks of wonder, finding adventure on each one--from the engine room to the bridge.  Every artifact has a story for your students to become immersed in!

Out of State schools are charged an admission fee:

• K - 5th: $3
• 6th - 12th: $6

We require that schools bring 1 chaperone per 10 students.  Teachers & bus drivers are free.  Chaperones are encouraged to get their tickets in advance at a discounted rate ($12).  Any chaperone who has not prepaid in advance will be charged a regular adult admission ticket.

Bring your School Groups to the Battleship North Carolina!  The Ship is a memory-making machine that is full of stories and facts for your students to discover.  They can explore nine-decks of wonder, finding adventure on each one--from the engine room to the bridge.  Every artifact has a story for your students to become immersed in!

Out of State Tour Operator admission rates are:

• K - 5th: $2.50
• 6th - 12th: $5
• Teachers/Tour Operator Staff: Free
• Bus Drivers: Free
• Chaperones: $12

We require that schools bring 1 chaperone per 10 students.  Chaperones are encouraged to get their tickets in advance at a discounted rate ($12).  Any chaperone who has not prepaid in advance will be charged a regular adult admission ticket.

The Battleship North Carolina is a memory-making machine that is full of stories and facts for homeschoolers to discover.  Nine-decks of wonder with adventure on each one--from the engine room to the bridge--is waiting.  Every artifact has a story for your homeschoolers to become immersed in!

NC Homeschool Requirements:

• Only registered North Carolina Homeschool students are eligible for free admission.
• NC Homeschools must be registered with the State of North Carolina to receive free entry.  You must present proof of registration upon check-in.
• NC Homeschools must make individual school reservations.  No Homeschool group reservations are allowed.
• Only one teacher is admitted for free.  Additional adults are considered chaperones.

Chaperones are encouraged to get their tickets in advance.  Any chaperone who has not prepaid in advance will be charged a regular adult admission ticket.

The Battleship North Carolina is a memory-making machine that is full of stories and facts for homeschoolers to discover.  Nine-decks of wonder with adventure on each one--from the engine room to the bridge--is waiting.  Every artifact has a story for your homeschoolers to become immersed in!

Homeschool Requirements:

• Registered must present proof of registration upon check-in.
• Homeschools must make individual school reservations.  No Homeschool group reservations are allowed.
• One teacher is admitted for free.  Additional adults are considered chaperones.

Out of State homeschools are charged an admission fee:

• Preschool: $0
• K - 5th: $3
• 6th - 12th: $6

Chaperones are encouraged to get their tickets in advance.  Any chaperone who has not prepaid in advance will be charged a regular adult admission ticket.