Field Trips

Bringing Georgia History to Life

Step back in time at the historic Donaldson-Bannister Farm, home to one of DPT’s premier educational programs. Through hands-on, minds-on learning experiences, students connect classroom learning to real-world experiences while exploring history in an authentic setting.

Located in the heart of Dunwoody, the Farm provides curriculum-based field trips that bring Georgia history to life through interactive indoor and outdoor activities, historic buildings, artifacts, and guided exploration. Students gain a deeper understanding of how Georgians lived, worked, and learned in earlier generations while experiencing history in a memorable and meaningful way.

DPT welcomes public schools, private schools, homeschool groups, and educational organizations from throughout Metro Atlanta and surrounding communities.

Want to know more about planning a school field trip to the farm?

Why Teachers Choose DPT Field Trips

Aligned with Georgia Standards of Excellence
Developed by educators and tailored to each grade level
Hands-on, interactive learning experiences
A mix of indoor and outdoor learning experiences
Led by trained volunteers, many of whom are former educators
Historic buildings, authentic artifacts, and a memorable farm setting
Flexible scheduling throughout the school year
Engaging activities that help classroom concepts come to life

Developed by Educators

Our field trip curriculum was developed by Education Consultant Romilia Human, a public-school teacher and Director of Camp Flashback. Each program is carefully designed to support Georgia Standards of Excellence while keeping students actively engaged through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.

DPT’s trained volunteers receive specialized instruction and work closely with students throughout the visit. Many of our volunteers are former educators who understand how to connect with students, support teachers, and reinforce key learning objectives.

What to Expect

Most field trips include four activity rotations lasting approximately 20 to 25 minutes each. Students rotate through a variety of indoor and outdoor experiences designed to bring history to life and reinforce classroom learning in a meaningful way.

Most visits last approximately two to three hours, depending on group size and selected activities.

Activities vary by grade level and are specifically designed to support the social studies standards being taught throughout the school year. Depending on the program, students may explore historic spaces, interact with artifacts, participate in hands-on activities, and learn from volunteers who guide them through each rotation.

Schools that choose to eat lunch on-site may add a fifth rotation to their visit.

Optional Enhancements

Enhance your field trip experience with:

Lunch on the Farm (schools may bring lunch and eat on-site)
Traveling Petting Zoo (additional fee applies)

These options provide additional opportunities for students to enjoy the Farm setting and connect with the site’s agricultural heritage.

Planning Your Visit

Scheduling

Field trips are typically offered:

Wednesdays and Fridays during the school year

To request a field trip date, please use DPT’s online scheduling system. A member of our staff will confirm your reservation and provide additional planning information.

Pricing

$12 per student
Title I schools: $6 per student
One chaperone per 10 students is admitted free
Additional chaperones pay the student rate

Payment

DPT strives to make the planning process as easy as possible for teachers and school administrators. DPT can provide an electronic invoice for advance payment, or schools may pay by check on the day of the field trip.

Final Headcount

A final student count is due one week prior to your scheduled visit. This allows DPT to ensure appropriate staffing, supplies, and volunteer coverage for your program.

Weather and Attire

Field trips are held rain or shine. Because students participate in both indoor and outdoor activities, please encourage students to dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. DPT will provide additional day-of details after your reservation is confirmed.

Book Your Field Trip

After You Book

Once your reservation is confirmed, DPT will provide detailed information for teachers, students, and bus drivers. You will receive arrival instructions, parking and unloading information, day-of schedules, expectations for students and chaperones, payment instructions, and other helpful details to ensure a successful visit.

Our goal is to make planning your field trip as easy and stress-free as possible so that teachers can focus on preparing students for an engaging day of learning.

Questions?

DPT is happy to help you plan the best possible experience for your students.

Contact Meredith Alberto at meredith@dunwoodypt.org for assistance with scheduling, availability, curriculum connections, and field trip planning.

Whether you have questions about curriculum connections, grade-level content, scheduling, transportation, group size, accessibility needs, accommodations, lunch options, payment procedures, chaperone requirements, or special requests, the Dunwoody Preservation Trust team is here to help.

Additional information for teachers, students, and bus drivers will be provided after your reservation is confirmed, but please reach out at any point during the planning process. DPT understands that organizing field trips involves many moving parts and is committed to making the experience simple, educational, and enjoyable from your first inquiry through your visit to the Farm.

Explore Our Grade-Level Programs

Select a grade level below to learn more about the learning objectives, activities, and Georgia Standards of Excellence connections for each field trip experience.

Kindergarten

First Grade

Second Grade

Third Grade

Fourth Grade

Fifth Grade

Want to know more about planning a school field trip to the farm?
For details and booking, please contact DPT Field Trip Coordinator Meredith Alberto at meredith@dunwoodypt.org