10 Lead Magnet Ideas for Museum

Downloadable lesson plans, activity sheets, and exit tickets aligned to state standards for current exhibits. It helps teachers integrate the museum visit into class units and saves prep time. Gated behind email signup, it builds a valuable list of educators planning trips.

An interactive calculator that estimates total trip costs, including admission, transportation, lunch, and chaperone requirements. It outputs a per-student cost and printable planning results. Access is provided after email signup to capture leads.

A ready-to-use AI assistant that answers common questions about current exhibits, accessibility needs, and lesson ideas. Teachers can save transcripts for planning notes and shareable references. Available via gated access that collects email leads.

Printable artifact cards with 3-5 facts, discussion prompts, and standards connections for each display. Great for quick pre-visit prep or in-class prompts during the museum visit. Download is gated behind an email sign-up.

Curated mini-lessons map exhibits to standards across core subjects, with inline activity ideas. Teachers can drop-in ready-to-use activities or tailor them to their class. Access requires email signup to download.

A curated directory of local historians, partner institutions, and community experts for student projects. Includes direct contact details, suggested project prompts, and collaboration tips. Free access is gated to collect educator contacts.

A planning tool that aligns field trips with seasonal themes, exhibit availability, and weather considerations. Includes budget-friendly activity ideas and staffing tips. Available after email signup to download the planner.

Pack of short video tours of key exhibits with discussion prompts and printable worksheets. Perfect for hybrid or distant learning days. Access is gated behind an email sign-up.

Directory-style calendar of upcoming educator-focused programs, workshops, and professional development events at the museum. Includes RSVP links and program details. Sign-up is required to access the full calendar.

Interactive AI coach that guides pre-visit planning, helping teachers set learning goals, create a safety checklist, and design family-friendly activities. Generates a personalized visit plan and downloadable prep guide. Access provided via email gate.