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For more information and to book, please fill out the form below and we will contact you within five business days of your submission to learn more about your group.

School group pricing is available to school groups of 10 or more students.

Guided tours are available for 4th-12th grade classes. There is an additional cost of $5 per student for these tours.

Requests for fall 2024 will start on August 19th and requests for spring 2025 will not be available until after Jan 1, 2025. Please submit accordingly.

Due to the large number of requests we receive, group visit requests should be submitted at least two weeks in advance. Any request less than two weeks before the proposed reservation date is not guaranteed and depends upon availability.

Daytime general admission group Rate

Students: $10 (Chaperones required for all student/youth groups)
One free chaperone for every (5) students. (Grades PK–5) | One free chaperone for at least every (10) students (Grades 6–12)

A $50 deposit is required upon booking to reserve your space.

School group visits begin at 10:00 AM when the park opens, and are limited to 50 students or 1 bus, every 15 minutes.

GFS is closed on Tuesdays from September 2024 through May 2025. Please review our safety guidelines before your visit.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

A non-refundable $50 deposit is due to confirm your visit. This amount will be deducted from the total amount due when full payment is collected.

Full Payment will be collected upon arrival at Grounds For Sculpture or can be prepaid in advance. We accept credit cards (American Express, MasterCard, Visa, and Discover), checks, or Purchase Orders.

Please make checks and purchase orders to Grounds For Sculpture. Attention: Group Visit Coordinator | 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, NJ 08619

All PK – 12 students must be accompanied by adults at all times.

Grades PK – 5 must be accompanied by (1) chaperone for every (5) students.

Grades 6 – 12 must be accompanied by (1) chaperone for at least every (10) students. Additional adults will be required to pay regular admission, unless due to the particular needs of your group additional chaperones are required.

PK–12 groups are permitted to carry unopened bagged lunches with them on the grounds to enjoy at designated eating areas. Student group eating areas are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. In the case of inclement weather, please note that we cannot guarantee an available eating area inside. In such cases, groups may be asked to eat lunch on the bus.

Groups can also order bagged lunches to be picked up on-site. Orders must be received five business days prior to the date of your visit. A credit card number is required to guarantee your order. For information about bagged lunches and a sample menu, please contact via email at cafe@groundsforsculpture.org.

Accessible pathways run throughout the garden, and our Welcome Center and Domestic Arts Building are fully accessible.

Assistive Listening Devices are also available for visitors with hearing impairments during Guided Tours.

To learn more about ongoing access services and accommodations, including information on mobility assistance – ACCESSIBILITY.

What should we do if we are running late?
If your group is running late, please call (609) 586-0616 and let us know your new estimated arrival time. Groups more than 20 minutes late for guided tours may be asked to self-guide.
Where do we park?
Grounds For Sculpture has free parking on a first-come, first-serve basis. If traveling by bus, you will be directed to a designated parking area upon arrival.
Where do we check in?
When you arrive to Grounds For Sculpture, please check in and pay any remaining balance at the information desk located in the Welcome Center of the Seward Johnson Center for the Arts. Once your group is checked in, you will receive wristbands for all group members. Please make sure everyone in your group wears their wristbands throughout your visit.
Where do we meet for our Guided Tour?
Guided Tours meet at the Welcome Center of the Seward Johnson Center for the Arts unless otherwise noted.
Can we explore Grounds For Sculpture after our Guided Tour?
Yes, we encourage all groups to explore the grounds on their own after a Guided Tour. Chaperones must stay with students at all times when self-guiding throughout the gardens and exhibitions.
Where are restrooms located?
Restrooms and water fountains are located in the Welcome Center, Museum Building, Domestic Arts Building, Acer Courtyard and Gazebo.
Are there maps available of Grounds For Sculpture?
All guests are encouraged to explore GFS using our free interactive at gfsmap.org
Do you have a Museum Shop?
Yes, our Museum Shop is located in the Welcome Center of the Seward Johnson Center for the Arts. Please note, Pre-K-12 groups are welcome to visit the museum shop in groups of ten under adult supervision.
Is there a way to find out what artwork is on view before my visit?
Please visit the Art section of our website to learn more about our collection and exhibitions on view.

Pre-K -12 Student Group Visit Request Form

Group Type*
Group Coordinator / Teacher Contact Information
We will contact the person named below to schedule the visit request.
School / Organization Name*
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Student Group Information
In order to respond to high demand, student groups are limited to 50 students per school per day.
Number of Students*
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Chaperone Information
All students must be accompanied by adults at all times. Grades Pre-K - 5 must be accompanied by (1) chaperone for every (5) students.

Grades 6-12 must be accompanied by (1) chaperone for at least every (10) students.

Additional adults will be required to pay regular admission -- unless due to the particular needs of your group additional chaperones are required.

If additional chaperones are required, please add this note in the special requirements section at the end of this form.

Teachers and chaperones are responsible for student behavior during their visit. Additional adults will be required to pay regular admission.
Number of Chaperones
Tour Information
There are self-guided and guided tours. Guided tours have limited availability each day and are an additional $5 per student.
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PK–12 groups are permitted to carry unopened bagged lunches with them on the grounds to enjoy at designated eating areas. Items can also be purchased at the Van Gogh Café and The Peacock Café located on-site. What are your lunch plans?*
Is this your first time visiting Grounds For Sculpture?*
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