OUTREACH
Let TCMU bring the fun and learning to you!
TCMU can bring museum programming to your event or classroom. Experience hands-on learning in a variety of settings.
Interested in booking community outreach for your next event?
Interested in booking classroom outreach for your students?
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Community events include events like festivals, farmers markets, PTA meetings, special events, etc.Â
Please note that community outreach is not currently available for classroom bookings.
PLAY, CREATE & EXPLORE
All listed prices are for one hour of activity. Additional hours will be charged at the hourly rate. Each category includes a selection of pre-designed activities to choose from. Custom activities are also available for an additional fee.
Imagination
Playground
$200 base price
$100/additional hour
STEM
Activity
$200 base price
$100/additional hour
Art
Activity
$200 base price
$100/additional hour
Festival
Package
$100 base price
$50/additional hour
PLAY IN A PINCH
Story Time
$50/hr
Jumbo
Lego Blocks
$50/hr
Giant
Connect Four
$50/hr
Green Imagination Playground
$50/hr
Transportation fee:
+$3/mile roundtrip
Looking for a custom experience?
Please email [email protected] for questions regarding customized activities and pricing.
CLASSROOM OUTREACH
TCMU brings our engaging, hands-on STEAM programming right to your school, eliminating the hassle of traveling! With TCMU-On-The-Go, TCMU will come to you and provide STEAM programming in your very own facility!
Lessons correlate with South Carolina State Standards and are made to support your in-classroom instruction through engaging lessons led by TCMU facilitators.
Classrooms should be less than 30 students.
LESSON PLAN PRICING:
$165
/classroom
for first three clasrooms
Transportation fee: $3/mile roundtrip
Available lesson plans include:
Learn more about our list of enrichment activities.
BUY IN BULK & SAVE!
The Children Museum of the Upstate’s On-The-Go School Saving Plan is designed to provide Pre-K through 5th grade children at your school with more access to TCMU. To qualify for the TCMU On-The-Go School Savings Plan, schools must enroll in the program with a minimum purchase of three classrooms for grades PreK – 5th.
This plan provides discounts on lesson plan and mileage fees. Inquire today about TCMU’s school savings plan by emailing [email protected].
FAQ
Booking
- TCMU requires a nonrefundable deposit of $50.00 which will be deducted from the total Cost of Service. The deposit is due within 30 days of the invoice being sent. Upon a paid deposit, TCMU will confirm attendance at the event
- If the Event is less than 30 days away, payment must be made in full to secure TCMU’s attendance.Â
- In the event of adverse weather conditions, the client will have to make the decision of adjusting or postponing the event. Next steps will be communicated between the booking contact at TCMU staff.
- Events cancelled 14 days prior to event day may be eligible for a refund. Deposits are nonrefundable.
- The price of mileage is $3.00 per mile. The mileage billing is created by calculating the distance from TCMU-Greenville to the event location and back to TCMU-Greenville.
Expectations
- Providing a fun, engaging, and informative experience for all guests.Â
- Promoting learning based playÂ
- Leading and conducting all activities, demonstrations, oversee free play, and provide information about the museum and other areas as needed.Â
- Taking the lead in setting up and breaking down tables, materials, etc.
TCMU staff does not provide childcare when facilitating an activity at an Event. TCMU staff will always act in the best interest of guests but cannot be held responsible for their safety. Parents must remain with their children at all times.
- Communicating with TCMU regarding set up locations, set up and other day of information at least 48 hours prior to event day.
- In a classroom setting, teachers must remain with the students at all times. At no point should a TCMU team member be solely responsible for children in the classroom.
Enrichment Activities
TCMU offers a variety of programming and lesson options that can be added to your event or classroom. All activities and lesson plans explore STEAM concepts through hands-on and creative applications.
Please fill out a booking inquiry form and a TCMU staff member will help you decide the best offering for you upon booking.
Our lesson plans are based on the current South Carolina state standards and explore STEAM concepts through creative hands-on applications.
Staffing
- All base prices include one staff member to complete the responsibilities outlined in the scope of service. Each additional hour includes the same staff member to facilitate the responsibilities.Â
- When more than one activity is purchased at a time, additional staffing will be charged.Â
- Other additional staffing needs will be determined by TCMU. Additional staffing is $12.00 per hour per additional staff member and will be added to the invoice for the event.Â
Yes, TCMU gladly accepts the support of event volunteers coordinated by the event host. Volunteer presence does not impact TCMU’s staffing decisions.
