• 1011 North Lakeshore Dr. Lake Charles, LA
  • Mon - Sat: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Sun: 12 - 1 PM: Members only, 1 - 4 PM: General admission
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Learning together
was never so much fun!

Explore the wonder together. We invite you and your group to explore the world around you at Port Wonder. Field trips and group visits of all ages are a centerpiece of our mission. Schedule a visit to the Children’s Museum and enjoy our facility on your timetable and your choice of focus. Also, at separate charge, you can double up on your adventure at Port Wonder by visiting the LDWF Nature and Science Center as well.

Book a field trip!

Port Wonder offers a unique, “please touch”atmosphere for children to have fun while learningthrough interactive exhibits. Choose your group adventure at Port Wonder — the Children’s Museum side, the Nature & Science Center side, or both.

10 or more? No prob.

We welcome chaperoned groups of multiple sizes, whether they’re a club or classroom. Private schools, public schools outside Calcasieu Parish, homeschool groups, and other learning-minded organizations of 10 or more can schedule a visit.

Learning together
was never so much fun!

Field trip/Group admission
Group rates apply to 10 or more visitors who are scheduled with us in advance and meet chaperone requirements. All groups are subject to approval by management. We will call to confirm your visit one week prior.
Group rates only apply to schools, organizations, and groups of 10 or more scheduled in advance

School Field Trips

  • Children’s Museum Only—CPSB Child or Adult
    $14.00

    (Children’s Museum side of Port Wonder only for Calcasieu Parish schools or organizations of 10 or more.)

  • All of Port Wonder—CPSB Child or Adult
    $19.50

    (Children’s Museum and Nature & Science Center sides of Port Wonder for Calcasieu Parish schools or organizations of 10 or more.)

    • Groups of 10 or More

    Must schedule visit in advance and meet chaperone requirements.
  • Children’s Museum Only—Each Child or Adult
    $14.50
  • All of Port Wonder—Each Child or Adult (Scheduled In Advance)
    $20.00

    (Children’s Museum and Nature & Science Center sides of Port Wonder for non-CPSB schools or organizations of 10 or more.)

    • Make checks payable to The Children's Museum of SWLA no matter which entity you are visiting. The Children's Museum handles ticket sales for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Nature and Science Center.

    Schedule your visit now!

    Slots fill up quickly!
    Gotta plan ahead.

    If you are interested in booking a group experience with the Children’s Museum of SWLA or the LDWF Nature and Science Center, please complete the request form in full. See below.

    Send us your request.
    We will call to confirm.

    Once your request is received, you will get a call from the Children’s Museum to schedule your visit. Before you click to schedule a visit, please read through all of the information below to familiarize yourself with our rates and rules.
    Fieldtrip Request Form

    Fieldtrip Guidelines

    1. Pricing – Admission for pre-scheduled groups of 10 or more is $20.00 per guest (applies to children and chaperones included in the group payment). Teachers, paraprofessionals, and bus drivers are FREE with a valid school ID. Calcasieu Parish Public Schools are $19.50 per guest.

    2. Cancellations – A 24-hour notice of any cancellation is required. Call 337-426-1559.

    3. Chaperones – Each group must have one chaperone 18 years of age or older for every 10 students. Chaperones should help enforce museum manners. Other visitors may be here during your visit.

    4. What to Wear – We ask that students wear color-coded nametags and/or shirts for each class. This helps museum staff/chaperones keep track of each group. Museum staff will also distribute wristbands at arrival.

    5. Arrive on Time – Please arrive on time. Other groups may be scheduled before, during, or after you. If you are running late, call 337-426-1559.

    6. Unloading and Parking – Your bus should approach the museum using North Lakeshore Drive (the frontage road) heading east along I-10 east. Use the first entrance into the Port Wonder area. Visitor parking is located on the east side of the building and in the parking garage.

    7. Announcements During Visit – Please listen to overhead announcements as they are made. This will make rotating your groups easier.

    8. Nature and Science Center – Do not touch any of the glass aquariums in the Nature and Science Center. The Touch Tank area requires staff supervision. Children must wash their hands after exploring this area.

    9. Gift Shop – The Petit Lagniappe gift shop offers a large variety of items and range in price from $2 on up.

    You all can play and learn TOGETHER!

    1011 N. Lakeshore Drive,
    Lake Charles, LA 70601

    The Children’s Museum is a 501 c(3) non-profit organization.

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    Children’s Museum
    Monday-Saturday
    9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    Sunday
    12 - 1 PM: MEMBERS ONLY
    1 - 4 PM: GENERAL ADMISSION

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    Tuesday-Saturday
    9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
    (The Nature and Science
    Center observes all state and federal holiday closures.)

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