For Educators
Museum Kits
We offer larger Encounter Kits or our smaller Shoebox Science kits to bring Museum specimens to your classroom.
Encounter Kits
Large kits include an educator's guide, specimens, and five fun activities for learning. Kit reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance. Prices subject to change.
| Fee: | $40.00/week + return shipping | *Plus tax |
| Rental duration: | 1 week |
* Tax exempt organizations must provide a copy of their Form 13 in order for sales tax to be waived.
Shoebox Science Kits
Small specimen collections with an activity guide for educational use. Kit reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance. Prices subject to change. Shoebox Science Kits supported by Beyond School Bells.
| Fee: | $20.00/week + return shipping | *Plus tax |
| Rental duration: | 1 week |
* Tax exempt organizations must provide a copy of their Form 13 in order for sales tax to be waived.
Museum Kit Reservation Policies
Kit Reservations
Museum Kits are reserved one week at a time. They may be reserved for multiple weeks for an additional cost and based on availability. Reservations required a minimum of 2 weeks in advance.
Late Policy
Kits retuned late to the Museum affect our ability to send them to the next customer on time. Please ensure that they are returned in person (during regular business hours) or shipped back to us by the ship/return date listed above. It is at our discretion to charge a late fee for kits not returned on time. A late fee will be assessed for each week the kit is late ($25 – Shoebox Kits; $45 – Encounter Kits).
Missing or Damaged Items
Please use care when utilizing kits in your classroom. Many items are costly, rare, and difficult to replace. We understand accidents happen and plan for normal wear and tear. It is at our discretion, based on the degree of missing or damaged items, to charge a minimum $100 replacement fee.
Payment Information
Cash, checks, or credit cards accepted.
Make checks payable to: University of Nebraska-Lincoln and write order number in memo line. Checks must be made for the exact amount to be accepted.
If picking up/dropping off at Morrill Hall (during normal business hours), payments can be made at the front desk.
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