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School Group Visits

The information on this page relates to programming available for student-focused learning for pre-K, K-12 groups, and college groups and classes. For all other groups, please visit our Adult Tours page.

Learners of all ages and backgrounds will find curiosity, connection, and inspiration on our School Group visit tours. We offer a variety of ways for students and teachers to experience the museum, plus options for adding on special experiences. Each visit is customizable to your desired learning outcomes, logistical needs, and budget.

Please note:

  • The Capital Jewish Museum currently offers School Group Visits Wednesday-Friday and Sundays, starting at 10am.
  • Visits should be scheduled with at least one month’s notice.
  • Once you submit your form, you will receive confirmation, additional information, and a link to pay for the trip from [email protected]

Plan Your School Group Visit

Use the accompanying form to plan your visit. More information about itinerary options are listed below:

1 – Choose Your Visit Style

  • Docent Guided Tour: An experienced Museum Educator will welcome your group, lead them throughout the exhibitions, and share highlights, prompt discussion, and answer questions about the many, many stories of Jewish Washington.
    • 60 minutes | $15 per person | up to 30 people per tour
  • Self-Guided Tour: Allow your students to explore the exhibits at their own pace. To prepare for this visit, a member of our Education Team will reach out to help you plan your visit, and your group will receive a custom Activity Guide and map for students to help them engage, explore, question, and discuss with the support of their peers and chaperones.
    • 60-90 minutes | $9 per person | up to 90 people per tour

2 – Choose Your Exhibitions

  • Ongoing Exhibition: What is Jewish Washington, the Historic Sanctuary, and Connect. Reflect. Act.
    • This is the default option and the cost is included in the cost per person of the tour.
  • Special Exhibition: Esther Bubley: Photographing the Homefront, opening October 22.
    • Add $6 per person to add Special Exhibition (in addition to Ongoing)
    • Add $3 per person to see only Special Exhibition (instead of Ongoing)

Click here to learn more about the exhibitions.

3 – Optional Add Ons

To further customize your visit to the Museum, you can also book these add on experiences to your itinerary:

  • Reserve the Community Action Lab: This 2nd floor educational space can be exclusively reserved for private use by your group either before or after your time in the exhibitions – perfect for groups wanting to debrief, to bring an additional educational activity, or have space for snack time.
    • 60 minutes | +$100 | up to 36 people
  • Reserve Cafritz Hall: This space can be exclusively reserved for private use by your group either before or after your time in the exhibitions and can seat a larger group.
    • 60 minutes | +$200 | up to 75 people
  • Q&A with a Curator: Gather your group into the Community Action Lab after your time in the exhibitions to hear from a member of our curatorial team about their work, their favorite artifacts or collection experiences, and how they collect and share stories of Jewish Washington.
    • 60 minutes | +$300 | Limited availability – inquire in the form
  • Hands-on Judaica Exploration: Want to get up close and personal with Museum artifacts? In this inquiry-based workshop, students will explore a variety of items from the new Judaica Education Collection, prompting connection to Jewish culture and ritual with hands on learning.
    • 30-45 minutes | +$250 | up to 30 people  

Request Form

Policies and FAQ

My group requires financial assistance to make a visit possible; is financial aid available? Finances should never be a barrier to learning. If cost is prohibitive, please email [email protected] and we’ll work with you.

What about my group’s accessibility needs? We welcome learners of all backgrounds and abilities. The Capital Jewish Museum is an ADA compliant facility and our Educators are trained to accommodate learning differences. You can visit this accessibility page for more information, and you are encouraged to specify your group’s accessibility needs in your School Visit request.

None of these visit options are quite what I’m looking for. Can I customize? Yes, custom programming can be created for your group. Pricing may vary; please [email protected] to coordinate.

What other educational resources does the Capital Jewish Museum offer? Visit the Educator Resources page to access free, downloadable primary sources and lesson plans, or check out upcoming Educator or Youth and Family programs! 

Education programs at the Museum are made possible, in part, by Sue Ducat in memory of Stanley Cohen, z”l, The Alper Education Fund, The Bresler Family Education Fund, The Michael Goldstein Education Fund, The Doris & Robert I. Silverman Endowment, and The Morse-Loeb Fund.