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Booking FAQ |
How do I book a school program?
For all booking requests and program information, Submit the Request for Education form below or call New York City Police Museum booking staff at (212) 480-3100 x109, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm.
When should I book?
The museum fills up fast. Please book as soon as you have a date to avoid disappointment. Occasionally we can accommodate groups that book on short notice.
What do I need to book a school visit?
Please have the following information ready at the time of booking:
- Preferred date and time of visit
- Grade, number of students and number of adult supervisors
- Does your group have any special needs?
Will your group be visiting our gift shop?
- Will your group like to learn how to call 911?
- Will your group be eating lunch at the museum?
- Will your group participate in the Operation Safe Child program?
A confirmation letter will be sent to you. You are booked only if you receive a confirmation letter. Please review your confirmation letter.
Please download the Educator Welcome Package here for information on how to prepare your visit.
What does the visit cost?
School and camp groups are charged $3 /child. Chaperones are free. We welcome everybody. If your group has limited funds, please contact the booking office.
Payment is required at the time of your visit.
Is there a place to eat lunch?
There is an indoor lunch area in the museum that must be booked in advance. There are no food vendors in the museum. Groups may choose to eat outdoors in Old Slip Park, Battery Park or South Street Seaport.
What will we do at the museum?
Visiting the museum is a self-guided experience. We encourage groups to use our activity booklets to create a more focused and interactive experience. We will provide booklets and pencils to all scheduled groups on arrival. Please download the activity packets here. Alternatively, you may provide your own worksheets or activities for your group. Please download the Educator Welcome Package for pre and post-visit activities.
Before your experience, a museum staff member will give your group an introduction to the museum. The staff member can also include the following program elements booked in advance:
- We can teach your group how to call 911
- We can do a craft (for younger children)
- We can process Operation Safe Child cards
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