Press Release
Florida Museum expands 'A for Science' free admission program to entire state
Nov. 01, 2011
Media contact:
Paul Ramey, APR
Assistant Director, Marketing and Public Relations
Florida Museum of Natural History
352-273-2054, pramey@flmnh.ufl.edu
Writer: Leeann Bright
GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- The Florida Museum of Natural History is expanding its popular "A for Science" program statewide.
Elementary, middle and high school students in Florida who receive an 'A' or 'S' grade in science can present their latest report card for free admission to the Butterfly Rainforest with a paid regular price adult admission. Alachua County students receive their next report cards Nov. 8.
The offer is valid until the next report cards are issued. A student receiving another 'A' or 'S' grade on their next report card would again qualify for the offer through the end of the following grading period.
" 'A for Science' is such a popular program that we decided it should not be limited to just a few counties," said Jaret Daniels, Florida Museum assistant director of exhibits and public programs. "We want to showcase the importance of science statewide, encourage students to do well in school and reward them for receiving outstanding grades."
The program was available to students in Alachua, Bradford, Clay, Columbia, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion, Putnam and Union counties in 2010.
The Butterfly Rainforest is a 6,400-square-foot, lush, tropical garden with hundreds of living butterflies from around the world, including 60 to 80 different species at any given time.
Children younger than 12 must be accompanied by an adult. This offer has no cash value and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Butterfly Rainforest admission is $10.50 for adults ($9 Fla. residents) and $6 for ages 3-17.
For more information about this promotion or other museum events, visit www.flmnh.ufl.edu or call 352-846-2000.
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The Florida Museum of Natural History inspires people to value the biological richness and cultural heritage of our diverse world and make a positive difference in its future. The museum is located near the intersection of Southwest 34th Street and Hull Road in the University of Florida Cultural Plaza in Gainesville. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Butterfly Rainforest admission is $10.50 for adults ($9 Fla. residents) and $6 for ages 3-17. Prices subject to change. For more information, including directions and parking, visit www.flmnh.ufl.edu or call 352-846-2000.