The Fred Rogers Institute hosts field trips for schools and other student-serving organizations. During field trips at the Fred Rogers Institute, students will have the opportunity to explore our Fred Rogers exhibit and engage in an activity curated by our staff that is grounded in Fred Roger’s work and legacy. Learn more about our field trip opportunities and contact us for scheduling below.
Duration: Up to 2 hours
Scheduling: Monday-Friday: 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Participants: Preschool through college students
Cost: $10 per student or $15 per student with lunch provided (cheese pizza and water)
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If you would like to extend your school’s visit to Saint Vincent College, previous school groups have also explored the Angelo J. Taiani Planetarium and the Winnie Palmer Nature Reserve, both conveniently located on campus. We can coordinate our field trip topics with your class’s other campus stops, such as the planetarium or the nature reserve. Please list the additional stop(s) in your interest form submission below.
Pleae note that you must schedule with these destinations separately. A field trip with the Fred Rogers Institute does not guarantee availability at other Saint Vincent College locations.
Early childhood education students will step into the exciting world of Fred Rogers through music and movement. They will sing along, explore engaging imagery, and create their very own Daniel Tiger puppets. Students will then participate in an interactive movement activity that invites them to explore the world with Daniel Tiger and Mister Rogers. The experience will conclude with a fun, hands-on puzzle hunt through the Fred Rogers exhibit, encouraging curiosity and discovery in an exciting, age-appropriate way!
Elementary students will dive into the world of Fred Rogers and discover his lasting impact as a beloved children’s television personality. Through discussion and hands-on exploration, they will compare Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood to understand how its messages and themes continue across generations. Students will watch an episode of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and engage in related activities such as writing heartfelt letters to loved ones and creating puppets from recyclable materials. The experience will conclude with an interactive scavenger hunt through the Fred Rogers exhibit, where students will actively explore, discover, and connect with Fred Rogers’ inspiring legacy.
Middle and high school students will take a deeper look at Fred Rogers’ role as a children’s television personality and his advocacy for early childhood development. They will investigate the role of an archive and assess the importance of the Fred Rogers Archive as a valuable resource. Students will analyze materials from the Archive and compare Fred Rogers’ values with those reflected in modern children’s television programs. They will also explore his personal and professional life through an interactive crossword puzzle woven throughout the Fred Rogers exhibit, allowing for a hands-on and engaging learning experience. Students will also have the opportunity to learn more about our Fred Rogers Scholars program and connect with current Scholars as well.
To learn more about the Fred Rogers Scholars program, please visit the Fred Rogers Scholars page of our website.
Undergraduate students will explore Fred Rogers’ work through the lens of fields such as theology, psychology, education, or other related disciplines. Using materials from the Fred Rogers Archive, students will investigate and discuss the themes and ideas that emerge from his work, examining how his influence continues to shape our world today.