Museum of the Bible offers live, interactive educational programs for students in elementary through high school. These programs engage students with the history, narrative, and impact of the Bible through immersive experiences designed to follow standards of learning for each age group. Take a look at our Education Brochure to learn more.
K–12 Programs
On-site K–12 Programs are interactive programs conducted by our museum educators with the participation of living history interpreters. These programs include classroom technology, guided tours, and hands-on activities related to the exhibits.
Online K–12 Programs are live, interactive programs conducted by our museum educators with the participation of living history interpreters.
K–12 programs are offered Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Programs must be booked at least 30 days in advance of the program date.
The Dead Sea Scrolls
Available starting November 24, 2025
Step into the caves of Qumran and unlock the secrets of the Dead Sea Scrolls in an immersive, hands-on education program. Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit ticket is required for the on-site program; online program attendees do not need to purchase a ticket.
On-site and Online | Elementary, Middle, and High School
Life in the First Century
Explore the sights, sounds, and stories of Jesus's hometown with our living history interpreters. Meet the villagers, discover their daily life, culture, and faith, and ask questions in real time during a lively tour of the The World of Jesus of Nazareth exhibit.
Nazareth will be transformed into Bethlehem from November 28, 2025, to January 4, 2026.
On-site and Online | Elementary, Middle, and High School
Biblical Literacy
Biblical Literacy is a dynamic program where students explore themes in Bible passages and discover their lasting impact on history, culture, and society through immersive small group activities.
On-site and Online | Elementary, Middle, and High School
Revolutionary Words: The Gutenberg Press
From hand-penned scrolls to the power of the printing press, explore the fascinating journey of Bible making through time in this hands-on learning experience.
On-site and Online | Elementary, Middle and High School
Material Culture and the Hebrew Bible
Explore ancient artifacts from The People of the Land exhibit and see how archaeology brings biblical stories to life. By pairing real objects with challenging verses, students can learn how material culture helps explain the biblical text and how the biblical text can teach us about ancient material culture.
Online | Middle and High School
Latin Vulgate
This is an opportunity to dust off your Latin skills. Join our curator in this interactive program that starts off completely in Latin. Then, explore the use of Latin from the late fourth century until it becomes the standard language of the Bible in Europe in the thirteenth century.
Online | Middle and High School
Magna Carta
Analyze King John’s rule, the push to limit his authority, and how the Magna Carta inspired America’s Founding Fathers in this interactive program.
On-site and Online | Middle and High School
Mystery & Faith: The Shroud of Turin
Through expert video commentary and artifact analysis, students explore the Shroud’s historical and cultural significance. Whether a relic or a medieval devotional object, the cloth offers a unique lens into the Gospel narratives.
Online | Middle and High School
Ancient Art of the Torah Scribe
Students meet a rabbi and master scribe, explore scribal tools and traditions, and try their hand at Hebrew calligraphy.
On-site | Elementary, Middle, and High School
Archaeology and the Bible
Uncover the techniques, mission, and excitement of archaeology, then put your skills to the test as you examine artifacts from The People of the Land, our long-term exhibit from the Israel Antiquities Authority.
On-site | Elementary, Middle, and High School
Religious Freedom and the Founding of America
Examine the story of religious freedom in America, from colonial settlement through the passing of the US Constitution. Explore topics related to religious tolerance and pluralism to understand the origins of religious freedom in the United States. Small group activities encourage contextual understanding of the events at the founding of the nation.
On-site | Middle and High School
History of the Jewish People Tour
Explore the story of the Jewish people—from ancient Israel and the destruction of the temple in AD 70 to life in the diaspora and modern communities—through biblical texts and artifacts from The People of the Land and the History of the Bible exhibits with a museum curator.
On-site | Middle and High School
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel a scheduled program, please let us know at least one week in advance and we will work with you to reschedule the program. Due to any unforeseen circumstances in which Museum of the Bible closes its public operations on the day of your program, we will let you know as soon as possible and will work with you to reschedule the program.