Homeschool Days | Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
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Guided: Engage students with Tennessee State Standards aligned activities led by Cheekwood Educators.
Self-Guided: Experience Cheekwood at your own pace using self-directed materials.
Homeschool Mornings: Drop-in style activities learn more

When:
Tuesday – Friday, 1 – 5 PM

Group Size:
Minimum: 15*
Maximum: 70

*In order to qualify for a guided field trip, you must have 15 students that fall in the selected field trip grade range. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, consider our Homeschool Mornings programming.

Scheduling:
Guided: Must schedule trips at least four weeks in advance.

Self-Guided: Must schedule at least two weeks in advance.

Cost:

Students & Teachers (one adult per family) Additional Chaperones (discounted school-group rate)* Additional Chaperones (day-of ticket)
Homeschool Groups Free $16 per person $22 per person

*This discounted rate is only available to groups who are making a single payment for the total cost of the chaperone tickets. This payment can be made over the phone with a credit card before the field trip, or a single check day-of the field trip.

Weather Policy:
Field trips are weather permitting. Education staff will be in touch at least 24 hours before a scheduled trip if a change is necessary. Field trips will be rescheduled as space permits. For weather concerns or cancellations, please email [email protected].

View the options below before submitting a School Tour Request.

School Field Trips FAQ


Guided School Field Trips Options


Self-Guided School Field Trip Options


Homeschool Mornings

Join us for themed mornings of drop-in style activities, just for homeschool families. Homeschool Mornings provide in-depth and enriching experiences specifically designed for multi-aged audiences. Come for the activities and bring a picnic to enjoy out on the grounds or stop in at Cafe 29 for lunch. Special discounts will be available on memberships at each Homeschool Morning so that families may return often to continue their learning journey at Cheekwood.

Homeschool Mornings are most suited for ages 5-10 but all ages are welcome to join.

Admissions

Tickets for Homeschool Mornings must be purchased in advance and time slots may sell out. All ticketed homeschool guests will be given a wristband at check-in. Only those with wristbands will be permitted to take part in the drop-in activities.

Gardens Only: Access to the gardens including all drop-in activities.
Adults: $15
Youth (3-17): Free
Ages 2 & Under: Free

Gardens and Mansion: Access to both the gardens, including all drop-in activities, and the Historic Cheek Mansion & Museum where docents will be available to answer questions about the historic rooms and galleries.

Adult: $18
Youth (3-17): Free
Ages 2 and Under: Free

Please note that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable. This event is rain or shine and will move indoors in inclement weather.

Email [email protected] for questions about our Homeschool Mornings experiences.


From Soil to Snack: Exploring Cheekwood’s Edible Offerings

Date: September 10, 2024

Event Hours: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Description:
Did you know that in addition to flowers, Cheekwood is home to tasty fruits and vegetables? Through hands-on activities, students will explore edible plants at Cheekwood along with learning about plant adaptations and soil health in the context of a vegetable and herb garden. They will also get to prepare and taste a plant-based snack during this Homeschool Morning.


Funded by

Advance Financial FoundationRyman

Sponsored by
Bridgestone

Supported in part by
CAT Financial

Standing Tall at Cheekwood Field Trips are made possible by
TWF

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