Field Trip to the Smithsonian

Standard 5.6

a) geological characteristics;
b) physical characteristics; and
c) ecological characteristics.

• Almost all background information and essential knowledge points outlined in the standard's curriculum framework can be touched upon by visiting the Smithsonian's website and traveling to the National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C.

Sant Ocean Hall is the National Museum of Natural History's largest exhibit, comprising of 674 marine specimens and models, HD video, and new technologies. The "Ocean Portal" section of the Smithsonian's website and the museum's Sant Ocean Hall presents teaching materials about ocean life and ecosystems, planet ocean, the ocean over time, conservation, and the human connection to the ocean. The Smithsonian's website offers resources for educators as well as essential information for planning your next field trip at the museum.

Contact Information
 

Address

Smithsonian Ocean Portal
C/O National Museum of Natural History
Smithsonian Institution
10th Street & Constitution Ave.
N.W. Washington, D.C. 20560-0135

Phone
(202)786-2982

Email
ocean@si.edu

Links

 

Click to view information about Sant Ocean Hall at the Smithsonian.

Click to view the Ocean Portal:Find Your Blue section of the Smithsonian's website.

Click to view information about the Smithsonian.

Click to view information about planning your field trip to the Smithsonian.

Link/File Type: Website