Guided Tours at the USGS National Center

Visits to the USGS Visitors Center are in three parts:

Introduction
A visit begins with a general introduction to the U.S. Geological Survey and a video on a selected topic (preferably what the class is actually studying at the time of the tour) such as earthquakes, volcanoes, invasive species, rocks and minerals, and water issues.

Hands-On Room
Guided Tours Only. This room contains, microscopes, a water flume, fish, amphibians, and other materials for hands-on activities. Note: groups should be prepared to break up into smaller groups of three and five for activities in the Hands-On Room.

Many of the hallway displays and exhibits that can be seen on self-guided tours are also explained during the guided tours. During fair weather months, visitors can tour our grounds on the Woodland Walk and the Rock Garden Walk.