Vulcan Park Events
Education
Schedule a Self-Guided Tour at Vulcan Park and Museum
Vulcan Park and Museum offers two types of tours: Docent-led tours and Self Guided tours.
Schedule a Self-Guided Tour at Vulcan Park
Vulcan Park and Museum is designed to be self-guided and interactive. If desired, Scavenger Hunts are available at the ticket office.
Park Hours
Tours take place during Vulcan Center Museum hours:
- Monday – Saturday: 10am – 6pm
- Sunday: 1pm – 6pm
(Tours must begin by 4 pm)
Cost
- $3 per student
- $5 for adults / chaperones
- No charge for classroom teachers
- Please note: There is no tax if school writes check for the entire amount of presents Vulcan Park Foundation with copy of tax-exempt certificate. Any chaperone not included in the school payment will be charged general admission price of $6 plus tax.
- Cost Without Advance Reservation
Groups of 10 or more may receive the group rate of $3 per student and $5 for adults / chaperones if they arrive as a group. No tax will be charged if tax-exempt certificate is presented. -
Homeschool Groups / Summer Camps - $3 students, $5 chaperones, one free adult for every 20 paid students
Lunch
You may plan to have a picnic lunch at the park. Please note there is no inside space available in the event of inclement weather. Vulcan Park and Museum does NOT sell food or drinks; however there is a Coke machine in parking lot near the park entrance.
Vulcan Observation Balcony
It is important to note that the new balcony is open-air and can be quite frightening to some students or adults. Please be sure to prepare your students and especially your chaperones for this experience.
Tour Scheduling
Tours should be scheduled at least three weeks in advance.
Bookings are on a first-come, first-served basis.
To schedule a self-guided tour, click here.
For questions, contact 205-933-1409 x 27.
Confirmation/Teacher Packet
After scheduling your visit, you will receive a confirmation letter with important information regarding paying for tickets, parking, etc.
Pre- and Post-Visit Activities
Vulcan Park and Museum offers pre- and post-visit activities for classroom use. Please share with all teachers.