School Group Programs: Pre-K
Please note that special education programs are booked by age, not cognitive level.
Design a Vehicle
General & Special Education: Pre-K
Through imaginative play and our interactive collection of buses and trains, pre-k students help our favorite story character find his way to Times Square. Classes will explore New York City’s different modes of transportation and community workers. (75 minutes)
Dates and Times
- 10:00am – 11:15am
- 11:00am-12:15pm
- 11:30am – 12:45pm
- 12:45pm – 2:00pm
Schools from Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island are strongly encouraged to schedule a later time slot.
Group Size & Payment
General Education Programs: $200.00 per class of up to 36 participants (including children and chaperones) We can no longer accept groups larger than 36 people
Special Education Programs: $75.00 per class of up to 17 participants (including children and chaperones) We can no longer accept groups larger than 20 people
The number of children and adults reserved at booking is the maximum number of people you may bring the day of your visit.
Payment is due two weeks prior to your visit. Failure to pay will result in cancellation of your program. Refunds cannot be given less than two weeks before your visit. In the event of inclement weather, we can reschedule groups or offer refunds if yellow bus service is suspended.
Planning Your Visit
Unfortunately, the Museum does not have lunch facilities. We can store lunches during the tour, and encourage groups to eat in one of the many nearby outdoor areas including Columbus Park, Korean War Veterans Plaza, and Cadman Plaza or on the bus.
To book a school group visit, please click here!
The Museum does not have storage space for backpacks and coats. We recommend leaving backpacks and other personal items on your bus or at school.
Arrivals & Departures
Late arriving groups will receive an abbreviated program. If you anticipate a delayed arrival, please contact (718) 694-1848 or (718) 694-1700.
All groups must depart at their scheduled time. Groups may not self-guide before, during or after their program.
Accessibility
Transportation
Taking the train is a great way to begin your visit to the Transit Museum. We are located near:
Borough Hall Station: 2, 3, 4, and 5 lines
Jay Street MetroTech Station: A, C, F, and R
Hoyt-Schermerhorn Station: A, C, and G
Certificates for Free Transportation are provided by NYC Transit to travel to and from school trips.
Traveling by School Bus
Buses may drop off students on either Boerum Place or Schermerhorn Street. Parking is limited in Downtown Brooklyn. Bus drivers are encouraged to seek space on Schermerhorn Street or State Street.