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IMAG On The Go

The IMAG offers outreach to schools and local communities! We bring the richness of Southwest Florida’s history, habitats, and culture, as well as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education to you and your organization.

All of these activities take place at your school or organization. For activities on the IMAG campus, please reach out to info@theimag.org.

Family Nights

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Family Nights are meant for up to 400 participants visiting your school. Schools must provide at least 15 volunteers to assist our staff. 

Scheduling options:

  • 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
  • 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

The cost for an IMAG Family Night in your school is $750 for up to 400 participants.

S.T.E.M. Night: 

We’ll bring in nine hands-on exploration stations engaging students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math!

Be Healthy:

We’ll bring in ten exploration stations demonstrating proper health and nutrition practices while exploring the science behind making good choices!

Science Assemblies

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Have a large-scale science show right at your school!

Pick from the themes below to schedule yours today! Each show lasts 30 minutes.

Price: $350 (1 show up to 150 students), $600/ 2 shows (up to 300 students), $900/ 3 shows (up to 450 students; maximum capacity for one day) (plus $2 per mile travel fee)

Assemblies take place between 10 AM – 5 PM. 

History Outreaches

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History Outreaches are now available!

A History Outreach is a fun learning experience that highlights rich local/regional history, and the science that made the area flourish. They’re great for groups, clubs, and office Lunch & Learns! 

The appointments are flexible, request yours today!

  •  45 min to 1hr presentation with a 15 min Q&A – $150
  • Special topic requests will be considered. 
  • $2 per mile expense added for travel.

Request a Science or History Assembly:

Science Assembly Outreaches

Contact Name(Required)
Address(Required)
Please enter a number from 1 to 450.
Requested start time
:
Must be between 10 AM - 5 PM.
Please see Science Show Themes & History Presentation Themes above!
I have read and agree with the Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy(Required)
The IMAG requires two weeks’ notice for rescheduling or cancelling your reservation. Cancellations made with less than two weeks’ notice will result in a cancellation fee of $50. Reschedule requests made with more than two weeks’ notice will be based on availability and result in a $25 reschedule fee. All cancellations or reschedule requests must be submitted via email to the IMAG Reservations Department at reservations@theimag.org. You will receive an emailed confirmation verifying your cancellation or reschedule request.
I have read and agree with the Guaranteed Attendance Policy(Required)
You must submit your final headcounts for students, teachers, and chaperones to reservations@theimag.org no later than one week prior to your reservation. The invoice will reflect the final confirmed headcount at this point; no reductions in program attendance will be allowed after confirmation. Additional attendees, after the final headcount is confirmed, will be allowed and charged at the group rate provided space is available in the programs or there is time to add additional programs.
I have read and agree with the Payment Policy(Required)
All outreach programs must be paid in full prior to or upon the presenter’s arrival, unless prior arrangements have been made with the IMAG Reservations Department in writing via email.
I understand that ALL assembly communication should be via email, and that any phone calls regarding a field trip will be asked to send an email instead. No changes, cancellations, or rescheduling can be taken over the phone.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Reservations Department will email you two weeks prior to your scheduled reservation. You must submit your final head counts for students, teachers, and chaperones no later than one week prior to your reservation. The invoice will reflect the final confirmed headcount; no reductions in program attendance will be allowed after confirmation. Additional attendees, after the final headcount is confirmed, will be allowed and charged at the group rate provided that space is available in the programs or there is time to add additional programs.

All outreach programs must be paid in full prior to or upon the presenter’s arrival, unless prior arrangements have been made with the IMAG Reservations Department in writing via email.

Our Education team typically arrives at the determined location 1 hour before the beginning of the event. This time is necessary for program set-up and volunteer training. 

An invoice will be sent to you on the time of booking. Final payment is due the day off the event in full. Any late payment wil incur a $50 late fee. 

The IMAG requires two weeks’ notice for rescheduling or cancelling your reservation. Cancellations made with less than two weeks’ notice will result in a cancellation fee of $50. Reschedule requests made with less than two weeks’ notice will be based on availability and result in a $25 reschedule fee.